-
Snoflo Premium
Get unlimited access to all our content
With no Ad interruptions! - Start Your Free Trial Login with existing account
Vallecito
Eden Index
Climate
9.9
•
Recreation
7.5
•
Community
•
Safeguard
6.6/10
Vallecito, California is a small unincorporated community located in Calaveras County, in the beautiful Sierra Nevada foothills. The area experiences a Mediterranean climate, characterized by mild, wet winters and hot, dry summers. Average temperatures range from the 40s°F (4°C) in winter to the 90s°F (32°C) in summer, with occasional heatwaves reaching over 100°F (38°C). Precipitation is typically highest during the winter months.
Vallecito is nestled near the confluence of several hydrology constituents, including the Stanislaus River and Moaning Caverns Creek. These water sources provide ample opportunities for outdoor activities such as fishing, kayaking, and rafting. The surrounding foothills offer stunning hiking and biking trails, showcasing the area's natural beauty, including picturesque oak woodlands and rolling hills.
Specific outdoor recreation opportunities in Vallecito include exploring the Calaveras Big Trees State Park, known for its giant sequoia trees and serene hiking trails. Additionally, Moaning Caverns, a massive limestone cave, offers thrilling spelunking adventures and guided tours. With its diverse landscape and abundant water sources, Vallecito provides an ideal backdrop for individuals seeking to connect with nature and engage in various outdoor recreational activities.
What is the Eden Index?
The Snoflo Eden Index serves as a comprehensive rating system for regions, evaluating their desirability through a holistic assessment of climate health, outdoor recreation opportunities, and natural disaster risk, acknowledging the profound impact of these factors on livability and well-being.
Climate Health Indicator (CHI): 9.9
Vallecito receives approximately
832mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 72%
and air temperatures averaging around
16°C.
Vallecito has a plant hardyness factor of
9, meaning
plants and agriculture in this region tend to thrive here all year round.
By considering the ideal temperature range, reliable water supplies, clean air, and stable seasonal rain or snowpacks, the Climate Health Indicator (CHI) underscores the significance of a healthy climate as the foundation for quality living.
A healthy climate is paramount for ensuring a high quality of life and livability in a region, fostering both physical well-being and environmental harmony. This can be characterized by ideal temperatures, reliable access to water supplies, clean air, and consistent seasonal rain or snowpacks.
Weather Forecast
Streamflow Conditions
San Joaquin
Area Rivers
San Joaquin
Snowpack Depths
San Joaquin
Reservoir Storage Capacity
San Joaquin
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 7.5
The Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI) recognizes the value of outdoor recreational options, such as parks, hiking trails, camping sites, and fishing spots, while acknowledging that climate plays a pivotal role in ensuring the comfort and consistency of these experiences.
Access to outdoor recreational opportunities, encompassing activities such as parks, hiking, camping, and fishing, is crucial for overall well-being, and the climate plays a pivotal role in enabling and enhancing these experiences, ensuring that individuals can engage in nature-based activities comfortably and consistently.
Camping Areas
| Campground | Campsites | Reservations | Toilets | Showers | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chamise - Tuttletown Area - New Melones Lake | 36 | 1,089 ft | |||
| Modesto Reservoir | 150 | 212 ft | |||
| Acorn - Tuttletown Area - New Melones Lake | 69 | 1,050 ft | |||
| Frogtown RV Park | None | 1,544 ft | |||
| Manzanita - Tuttletown Area - New Melones Lake | 60 | 1,179 ft | |||
| Moccasin Point - Don Pedro Rec Area | 89 | 927 ft | |||
| Ironhorse- Glory Hole Area - New Melones Lake | 90 | 1,050 ft | |||
| Fleming Meadow - Don Pedro Rec Area | 195 | 879 ft | |||
| Calaveras Big Trees State Park | 129 | 4,485 ft | |||
| Indian Grinding Rock State Park | 22 | 2,378 ft | |||
| Tuttletown Rec Area - Chamise | 60 | 1,265 ft | |||
| Big Oak - Glory Hole Area - New Melones Lake | 55 | 1,050 ft | |||
| Mokelumne | 13 | 3,240 ft | |||
| Moore Creek | 8 | 3,297 ft | |||
| Mokelumne River | 13 | 3,234 ft | |||
| Gloryhole Rec Area- Ironhorse - USBR | 300 | 1,172 ft | |||
| Blue Oaks - Don Pedro Rec Area | None | 872 ft |
Nearby Ski Areas
Catastrophe Safeguard Index (CSI):
The Catastrophe Safeguard Index (CSI) recognizes that natural disaster risk, encompassing floods, fires, hurricanes, and tornadoes, can drastically affect safety and the overall appeal of an area.
The level of natural disaster risk in a region significantly affects safety and the overall livability, with climate change amplifying these risks by potentially increasing the frequency and intensity of events like floods, fires, hurricanes, and tornadoes, thereby posing substantial challenges to community resilience and well-being.
Community Resilience Indicator (CRI):
The Community Resilience Indicator (CRI) recognizes that education, healthcare, and socioeconomics are crucial to the well-being of a region. The CRI acknowledges the profound impact of these elements on residents' overall quality of life. By evaluating educational resources, healthcare accessibility, and economic inclusivity, the index captures the essential aspects that contribute to a thriving community, fostering resident satisfaction, equity, and social cohesion.