Granite Bay is a CDP to Sacramento County in California. The total population is around 22K. The area itself gives rural vibes mixed with modern houses. The residents are of conservative views, and there is the majority of family units. Furthermore, Granite Bay is believed to be safe in terms of crime rates, so many people tend to relocate there to retire or raise a family.

Granite Bay is not rich in ethnic diversity. The racial division is 88% of White, 0.7% of African Americans, 0.7% of Native Americans, 5% of Asians, and 6% of Hispanics.

Nothing special in a climate of the Granite Bay area, as it is similar to the whole Sacramento region. The summers are hot, and the winters are cold. There are 265 sunny days per year, with 0 inches of snow, and 21 inches of rain.

There is only one public high school which is also named after the CDP. Even though there are such limitations in the number of schools, it is still considered to be one of the highest in performance.

To pursue education, residents are obliged to move to other cities including Sacramento itself, Folsom, Elk Grove, El Dorado Hills among others.

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• Affluence

Granite Bay is believed to be among the most expensive spots in Sacramento. The economic level of this CPD is continuously thriving, with a firm tax base for the development of a community. Among the leading companies or industries presented in Granite Bay, it is possible to outline the medical industry. It is 2.3% of all jobs in the CPD. Along with medicine, there are finance, computer technology, and technology production areas for a career.

On the contrary, this affluence develops some hurdles, as it is quite expensive to buy a house there. Granite Bay is also very expensive in terms of cost of living.

• Neighborhood Diversity

There are several options to live in Granite Bay. First, residents may have a house in traditional neighborhoods nearby Roseville, while others may reside in guard-gated communities, they are Los Lagos or Wexford. Finally, some may live in completely rural areas if they want.

The living areas like Hidden Valley may also offer residents their own equestrian fields and facilities as well as water supply. In Shelborne you may acknowledge luxury real estates that are safe even with no gates.

Definitely, everything depends on one’s paying capacity, that’s why Granite Bay accommodates many celebrities or notable people. They access privacy and safety.

• Plenty of Activities

There is no abundance in activities in Granite Bay but it is also hard to say that they are little. People who live there may visit equestrian centers, golf clubs, parks, and of course, tennis courts which are the choice of rich people.

Finally, it is worth mentioning the dining experience. There are wineries, restaurants, cafes for any taste, cuisine, and paying capacity. Again, the prices are most likely to correspond to the high cost of living.

As was said above, one may always find something to do in Granite Bay. Here is the list of the most popular activities to spend time on.

• Otow Orchard

If you are persimmon-lover, it is definitely a must-have spot for you. The family-owned business carries a mission to promote the Japanese art of hoshigaki. They dry persimmons complying with Japanese techniques.

Their persimmons are dried each autumn, hand-peeled, and even massaged for several days.

It results in a sweet delicacy many people come for.

They also accept requests if you want to pre-order a box of persimmons.

• Horseback Riding

Among the most popular things to do in Granite Bay is horse riding. It fits any age, and even paying capacity. You may rent a horse strange it may sound, or ask for classes to learn how to safely ride these beautiful creatures.

The horseback riding may be requested on the lake with a 2-hour guided experience. You enjoy the views on the lake, forest and may even have a picnic while the horses are enjoying the green grass or walking near the lake during hot summer days.

It is safe, clean, and amazing in terms of shopping experience. The schools provide a very decent education. The communities that are gate-guarded are definitely the choice of celebrities or very rich families, that’s why the real estate there is very expensive. As for drawbacks, Granite Bay cannot boast many traffic lights, so you may be stuck up there for a long time until you will reach the destination.

All in all, Granite Bay is a choice for those who have enough money to live, study, and go shopping. But, it is worth it, as the crime rate is very low.