The setting may be serene, but the location affords Sun City Apple Valley residents a vast array of exciting experiences and venues to explore with the spirit and curiosity that embody the active lifestyle that is becoming the hallmark of the “55 or better” life stage. Whether it's schools, shopping, parks, ski resorts, hospitals, or theaters you're looking for; the Apple Valley Area has it all close by.

Shopping

Nearby shopping includes the Mall of Victor Valley, which is home to a fine collection of department stores, shops, and eateries. Costco, Target, K-Mart, Wal-Mart, and home improvement stores like Home Depot and Lowe's are local shopping options, as well as many new stores opening at the corner of Apple Valley Road and Bear Valley Road. The Outlet stores in Barstow are just under a one hour drive.

Recreation

Apple Valley is home to 15 parks, including an Equestrian Center and two golf courses. The Town Hall recreation center offers adult education, including computer, arts & crafts, and music classes. Apple Valley is also a close drive to some of the Mojave Desert's most spectacular offerings, as well as California's mountain ski resorts, beautiful beaches, and historic Palm Springs. The community is neighbor to ghost towns like the famed Skidoo and Calico; the salt flats of Badwater Basin; and the Mojave Narrows Regional Park which contains 840 acres of camping, fishing, boating, hiking, horseback riding, and hot-air balloon rides. For the sports fan, the Maverick Baseball Stadium is home to Adelanto's very own minor league team.

Medical

Three hospitals serve the Victor Valley area, including a cardiac intensive unit. St. Mary's Medical Center in Apple Valley is part of the well-known St. Joseph's Heath System and offers an array of medical and surgical services. There are also four urgent care centers and more than 240 physicians in the area.

Culture / Entertainment

Apple Valley hosts several town festivals throughout the year including The Apple Valley Round-up Days, Jazz Night Street Fairs, and two craft fairs. In nearby Victorville, you’ll find movie theaters, three museums including the famed California Route 66 museum and a Performing Arts Center at the Victor Valley College. The San Bernardino County Fair brings fun and entertainment to the area every May in the heart of Victorville.

Transportation

Apple Valley is near California Interstate 15, which makes traveling to the metro areas very easy. The Ontario International Airport is located less than 50 miles south for easy airline travel and the Greyhound Bus Line provides daily transportation out of the neighboring city of Victorville.

Schools

You know that a challenged mind stays healthy. Continue your education or pursue a new educational interest at any one of the area’s higher-education facilities, including California State University at San Bernardino (760-245-4271) and its satellite campus at Victor Valley College; University of La Verne which offers courses at Victor Valley Community college for degree programs (760-843-0086); and Victor Valley College (760-245-4271).

Utilities

Utility companies serving this community include:

• Verizon for TV, High-Speed Internet, Telephone Services (1-800-837-4966 http://www.verizon.com/)
• Southern California Edison for electricity (1-800-655-4555)
• Southern California Gas Company (1-800-427-2200)
• Southwest Gas (1-800-443-8093)