The town continues to be inhabited by Khoikhoi communities who, before the arrival of colonizing forces, were the wealthiest on this land.

[4] Caledon is situated on the N2 national route, 113 kilometres (70 mi) by road from central Cape Town.

It is also located on the Overberg branch railway line, 141 kilometres (88 mi) by rail from Cape Town station.

The town is locally well known for the Caledon Spa and Casino and for its rolling hills and yellow canola fields in spring.

Rhodesian government minister P. K. van der Byl retired to Caledon and subsequently died there, in Fairfield.