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Why Moraga?
The town of Moraga (population 17,000+) is nestled in the hillsides of the East Bay between Orinda and Lafayette.It is home to esteemed St. Mary’s College of California (est. 1927) and to the prestigious Moraga Country Club (est. 1973). Families, college students, and country-club dwellers alike call this relaxed, suburban town home. The town of Moraga offers many family-friendly community activities year-round, such as movie nights and festivals. The historic Rheem Theatre is an art deco masterpiece and multiplex screening blockbusters as well as independent films. Visit the Town of Moraga website for more information.
Community
Moraga is known for its pastoral setting, quality schools, and easy way of life. Parks and trails abound, along with great community gathering places, two small shopping centers, various sports clubs, and a popular Farmer’s Market.
Education
Moraga residents enjoy the benefits of top-ranked K-12 schools in the Moraga and Acalanes Unified School Districts. Students are provided with a quality education in a safe and nurturing environment. The Moraga Education Foundation is a non-profit that funds educational opportunities for all students.
Commute Times
Moraga residents love the easy commute to nearby Walnut Creek, Oakland, and Berkeley. The Lafayette Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) station is a 13-minute drive away, and you can be in San Francisco in about 25 minutes once you board a train.
Restaurants
Along Moraga Road you will find Indian, Italian, and Chinese cuisine along with pizza, baked goods, and more. Check out what Trip Advisor names as the top restaurants in Moraga.
Local Markets
The Sunday morning Moraga Farmers Market, held in the parking lot of Moraga Center, features the bounty of more than 40 local California farmers and gourmet food purveyors.
Weather
The summers here are warm, arid, and mostly clear and the winters are short, cold, wet, and partly cloudy. The temperature here typically varies from 40°F-77°F, and is rarely below 32°F or above 86°F.
Hiking
Surrounded by parks, trails, and open spaces, Moraga offers a myriad of outdoor activities for everyone. AllTrails has listed 15 great Moraga hiking trails, trail running trails, views trails and more—check it out here.
Pet Friendly
Bring Fido has collected information on the 30 dog-friendly hiking trails in Moraga and nearby.
Bike-Friendly
The Lafayette-Moraga Regional Trail, a 7.65-mile linear park, parallels St. Mary’s Road through Lafayette and Moraga and is intended for hiking, bicycling, and equestrian use. Learn more about this trail and others at AllTrails.