A verified, regularly-refreshed guide to 1,522 local spots — Yosemite trails and waterfalls (with the National Park Service's own distance, elevation, and difficulty details), plus where to eat, stay, shop, and play across Mariposa County and the Yosemite gateways.
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Mariposa County — hover a dot for its name, tap to filter. Frosty 🍦 marks the marketplace on Hwy 140. A few Yosemite-gateway towns sit just over the county line.
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Restaurant and brewery on Highway 140 offering lunch as fast casual and dinner as full service. Outdoor patio and dog-friendly dining area; call ahead…
Restaurant and brewery on Highway 140 offering lunch as fast casual and dinner as full service. Dog-friendly patio dining available; call ahead for di…
Historic downtown guesthouse with 9 unique rooms, 43 miles from Yosemite's Arch Rock Entrance. Each room includes private entrance and bath; suites wi…
Air-conditioned cottage near Wishon with fireplace, fully equipped kitchen, and fire pit. Nine miles to Bass Lake, close to Sierra National Forest and…
Bed and breakfast located 10 miles south of Yosemite National Park entrance, near Bass Lake and Oakhurst. Offers shared or private breakfast, common a…
Professional longarm quilting services offered by Jeri Carney. Contact for quilt submissions and pricing information.
A-frame cabin sleeping up to 8 guests, directly across from Falls Beach at Bass Lake with deck access and full kitchen. Located 17 miles from Yosemite…
Although Yosemite was set aside as a national park in 1890, the National Park Service had not yet been created. Following the precedent set in Yellows…
Full-service automotive repair in Oakhurst offering maintenance, inspections, alignment, electrical work, smog testing, and brake service. ASE-certifi…
Airborrn Aviation Services offers a variety of services to tourists and pilots including our signature Scenic Air Tours of the Sierra's & Yosemite Nat…
⤏Home of the Wurst burger⤎ Serving up @ local events & catering in the Sierra Nevada mountains.
Veterinary
New and used outdoor gear store and Yosemite gift shop in Oakhurst. Consignment inventory changes seasonally; also carries rentals including snowshoes…
Construction
Photography: Specializing in lifestyle portrait photography on location. Children, maternity, couples, families, engagements, high school seniors, and…
America's Tent Lodges Yosemite offers accommodations with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool and free WiFi, and is located in Coarsegold.
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Tourist parties provided business for local residents. George Anderson, a miner and blacksmith, worked as a guide in the late 1800s, and escorted visi…
A 4.9-mile hiking and equestrian trail between Holm Powerhouse and Lumsden Road along Cherry Creek and the Tuolumne Wild & Scenic River in Stanislaus…
All Animal Actors International New York to LA Professional Trainers and Animal Actors Animal Talent Agency Specializing in Dog Actors and Cat Actors…
pet boarding facility
Welcome to Yosemite National Park! Prepare to let your curiosity guide you to new places. Pick up a map and brochure as you enter your national park.…
Historic inn restaurant near Yosemite offering cozy, nourishing food in a rustic setting minutes from the park.
Craft brewery and restaurant 25 miles from Yosemite's Big Oak Flat entrance, serving beer and food with trivia and bingo nights.
Craft brewery and restaurant located 25 miles from Yosemite's Big Oak Flat entrance. Serves beer and food with varying hours; closed Wednesdays.
World import gallery on Highway 41 featuring crystals, gemstones, jewelry, clothing, incense, candles, and home décor. Emphasizes fair-trade sourcing…
Explorers, writers, and early tourist parties of the 1850s returned from Yosemite with stories of spectacular beauty. Artists were drawn to Yosemite,…
Short 2-mile round-trip hike offering panoramic views of Yosemite Valley similar to Tunnel View but from a higher vantage point. Features relatively e…
Forestry Mulching NRCS, Brush Clearing, Fuel Reduction, R.O.W. Clearing, Site Preparation, Fuel Breaks
Church
As the first truly modern media company, AT&T has been changing the way people live, work and play for the past 140 years.
Certified Residential Appraiser based in Mariposa County with experience in Yosemite, Madera County, Merced and Tuolumne.
A design-forward glamping resort on Highway 140 in Midpines (about 10 miles from Mariposa) with Airstream trailers, cabins, and luxury tents.
At Backroads, we believe that traveling under your own power and at your own pace opens up an opportunity to connect more meaningfully with the world.…
Since opening in 1935, Badger Pass Ski Area has been a favorite ski destination for families and Yosemite enthusiasts. Activities include downhill ski…
These structures were moved to the historic railhead of El Portal in 1966 prior to the inundation of Bagby by the raising of Exchequer Dam and the exp…
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Small year-round RV and mobile home park in North Fork among pines and oaks with a creek, on the Sierra Vista Scenic Byway about 30 minutes from Yosem…
Branch of the Mariposa County library system, offering the ValleyCat catalog, library cards, e-books, meeting rooms, computers and Wi-Fi, and programs…
Bakery cafe in Oakhurst open daily 7am–2pm, serving fresh baked goods, breakfast sandwiches, waffles, and lunch items including burgers and salads. Es…
City of Berkeley-run camp outside Yosemite near Groveland, rebuilt in 2022 after the Rim Fire, with tent cabins, a dining hall, swimming hole, and acc…
Resort-style hotel on 7 acres in Oakhurst, 15 miles south of Yosemite's entrance. Features guest rooms with balconies, on-site restaurant and lounge,…
Resort-style hotel on 7 acres in Oakhurst, 15 miles south of Yosemite's entrance. Offers rooms with balconies, suites with multiple queen beds, on-sit…
A chain motel on Highway 140 at the edge of downtown Mariposa with free breakfast, a seasonal pool, hot tub, and fitness room.
Memorial forest ecosystem 30 miles from Yosemite National Park in Coulterville. Offers tree planting memorials with forest ceremonies and custom inscr…
Betty's Hallmark Shop in Oakhurst's Old Mill Village offers greeting cards, Keepsake Ornaments, gift wrap, home decor, and seasonal gifts, with in-sto…
One of Yosemite National Park's four main entrances, providing access to the park's nearly 1,200 square miles of valleys, waterfalls, giant sequoias,…
Campground in Sierra National Forest near Oakhurst at 3,400 feet elevation, offering forest camping in the Bass Lake Ranger District.
Family-run bakery and grill serving hand-pressed burgers, Po'Boys, and fresh-baked goods. Located on Highway 41 in Oakhurst, a convenient stop for Yos…
Mosaic art studio of artist Barbara Bussler in Groveland on the northern route to Yosemite, offering commissions, public art, individual pieces, and w…
Exclusive and rustic: Located on the western edge of Yosemite National Park, Black Oak Bed and Breakfast is the perfect getaway for you and your loved…
Two vacation rental properties in rural Mariposa operated by former Yosemite park rangers. Black Oak Hill Cabin offers 1–3 bedrooms; Morning Star Vist…
Drywall, Taping, Texture, Acoustic Ceilings, Metal Studs Frames
Equipment Rental
Surrounded by forest, this mountain-view bed-and-breakfast is 12 miles from the north gate entrance to Yosemite National Park.
By 1900, many people had made the trip to Yosemite on horseback or by horse-drawn stage. Roads were rough on horses and riders. It took eight hours to…
Full-service automotive and RV repair shop in downtown Mariposa specializing in domestic, Asian, and European vehicles. Over 35 years of experience.
Used bookstore run by the Mariposa County Friends of the Library, stocking hundreds of donated books; open Monday and Friday, proceeds support the cou…
This is where pottery happens. Featured artists at this time are Troian Cummings and Karen Mentzer.
Lumber
Market & Deli
The Bootjack Stompers rents the hall to other groups, such as Jazzercise. As you can imagine, a lot of laughter, music and dancing takes place at the…
A BLM-managed stretch of the Wild and Scenic Merced River off Highway 140 with a day-use area, river access, swimming holes, and campgrounds (swim onl…
Clothing and accessory boutique in a historic 1866 brick building in downtown Mariposa, featuring women's fashion, jewelry, home décor, and local arti…
A Yosemite campground where each site has a fire ring, picnic table, and food locker near restrooms with drinking water and flush toilets; reserve via…
A 6.6-mile out-and-back (or 5.5-mile loop) hike starting at 7,000 feet with minimal elevation gain. Mostly easy walking through meadows and along Brid…
A short walk will lead you to the base of Bridalveil Fall, allowing you to get an up close view of this often-windswept waterfall. Plunging 620 feet (…
Enjoy an up close view from the base of this often-windswept waterfall. Especially in the spring, expect to get wet while standing at the base of this…
A 620-foot waterfall accessible via paved trails from two parking areas in Yosemite Valley. The base viewpoint offers close views year-round, with a w…
Easy 0.5-mile paved trail to the base of Bridalveil Fall, a 620-foot waterfall that flows year-round. Expect a 20-minute walk with about 80 feet of el…
Budget-friendly motel lodging located 12 miles west of Yosemite National Park on Highway 120 in Buck Meadows. Offers clean, comfortable rooms for visi…
Providing personalized Payroll, Bookkeeping, and Tax Preparation services from Oakhurst, CA 40011 Indian Springs Rd, Oakhurst
Every year on the first weekend of May, the small rural town of Mariposa hosts a celebration of butterflies. The Mariposa Butterfly Festival is a fami…
Farm-to-table bakery and catering service in Coulterville offering wedding cakes, desserts, and culinary experiences. Closed to walk-ins during winter…
Heirloom bakery and catering in the Sierra Foothills offering custom wedding cakes, farm-to-table cafe service, and culinary experiences. Closed to wa…
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First called Johnsonville: Bear Valley had a population of 3,000 including Chinese, Cornish and Mexicans during 1850-60 when Col. John C Fremont's Pin…
While miners worked nearby streams and veins for gold, George W. Coulter served their needs as merchant and hotel proprietor. His first store, establi…
Started in 1850 by outcast Mexicans from nearby Quartzburg and given the name Hornitos, meaning "little ovens", from the dome like rock and mud bake-o…
One fourth mile north of Carson Creek, a tributary of Agua Fria, was located Agua Fria, first county seat of Mariposa County in 1850 - 1851 one of ori…
A California State Parks museum at the Mariposa County Fairgrounds displaying gems, minerals, and Gold Rush mining history, including the famous Frico…
Group retreat facility in Sierra National Forest near Yosemite, offering cabins and chalets that sleep 7–12 guests, plus meeting spaces and activity p…
Propane
CVA is a nonprofit charity that provides support for veterans of all generations and their families in positive, life-changing ways each year. The org…
Chiropractic
A 3.8-mile roundtrip waterfall hike along the South Fork of the Tuolumne River featuring a 20–30 foot cascade with a swimming pool. Accessible via tra…
A 1.4-mile hiking trail along the South Fork of the Tuolumne River leading to Carlon Falls within Yosemite Wilderness Area. Day-use only; no pets, bik…
Authentic Mexican restaurant offering traditional flavors with contemporary style. Features a full menu, reservations available, and a gallery showcas…
A 510-foot waterfall where Cascade and Tamarack Creeks merge, visible from Highway 140 near Yosemite Valley's Arch Rock entrance. Spring runoff create…
A long-established family Mexican restaurant in downtown Mariposa serving fajitas, enchiladas, burritos, and other traditional dishes.
Family-owned winery with 14 years of experience offering award-winning handcrafted wines using sustainable farming practices. Visit the tasting room i…
Picnic tables and grills are conveniently located at this scenic spot along the Merced River that offers views of El Capitan. This picnic area is avai…
Popular trailhead in Tuolumne Meadows leading to Cathedral Lakes via the John Muir Trail. The 7.6-mile round-trip hike gains 1,000 feet and offers vie…
Arts & Literature
Baptist Church
Local real estate brokerage serving Mariposa County, with home and land listings and area-based search.
Cats, Kittens, Adoption, Foster
Central Valley Legal Assistants ("CVLA") are here to help you through the legal document process at your convenience. We assist our clients from consu…
Real Estate, Homes, Land, Property, Sales
Family-friendly steakhouse featuring Angus beef, fresh pasta, and baby back ribs, with appetizers, desserts, and a full bar.
A longtime steakhouse and dinner spot in a historic building at Highway 140 and 7th Street.
Gas station on Highway 140 in Mariposa.
Forest Service campground in the Sierra National Forest near Bass Lake, offering camping access in a pine-surrounded setting at 3,400 feet elevation.
An 8.4-mile round-trip hike featuring three waterfalls and cascades, with 2,300 feet of elevation gain. Less crowded than Yosemite Valley's famous fal…
Family-owned Chinese restaurant in Oakhurst serving authentic dishes like Szechuan Boiled Fish, Crab Rangoon, and Beef Stew with Tofu. Dine-in, takeou…
Chinese Cuisine
Restored historic laundry building featuring interactive exhibits about Chinese immigrant workers in Yosemite's history. Open seasonally May through O…
Gift and home décor shop in a historic early-1900s building near Mariposa's gateway to Yosemite. Browse vintage items, handcrafted furniture, candles,…
Premier power tool retailer specializing in outdoor equipment from Stihl, Echo, Husqvarna, and Greenworks. Offers sales, service, and repair for small…
Christian Science
Jewelry
In a rural setting off Route 41, this sophisticated casino resort is 4 miles from Coarsegold Historic Village and 27 miles from Yosemite National Park…
Church Of Jesus Christ Of Latter Day Saints
Apparel
Bakery and cafe on Highway 140 — breakfast pastries, coffee, homemade sandwiches, soup, and pies.
You’ll love this place because of the outdoors space and the comfy cozy cabin with great views. The retreat is good for couples, solo adventurers, bus…
Trailhead for the popular Mist and John Muir Trails, offering access to Vernal and Nevada Falls with views of Yosemite Valley and the Merced River. Se…
Handcrafted coffee, boba, and lemonade drinks made with quality ingredients including real fruit, pure extracts, locally roasted coffee, and ceremonia…
Handcrafted coffee, boba, and lemonade made with real ingredients including fresh-squeezed lemons, daily-brewed loose-leaf teas, and house-made syrups…
Property Management
A volunteer-run museum housed in a historic adobe landmark on the original stagecoach route to Yosemite. Exhibits feature local artifacts, Native Amer…
Museum preserving Coarsegold and foothills history, featuring a restored adobe that once served as a stagecoach way station to Yosemite. Exhibits incl…
Quaint stop off Highway 41 in Coarsegold with vendors, antique shops, family gold panning, the Wild Fig restaurant, and Zander's Coffee, plus year-rou…
Independent Do It Best hardware store on Highway 140 carrying tools, home-improvement supplies, paint, and outdoor power equipment.
Farm tour attraction near Yosemite offering guided experiences with rescued animals including goats, horses, pigs, and chickens. Includes coffee, refr…
Reservation-based farm tours near Yosemite where visitors enjoy coffee and scones, then feed and meet rescued animals including goats, alpacas, a hors…