A verified, regularly-refreshed guide to 1,497 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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A brewpub on Highway 140 pairing house-brewed craft beer with an American food menu, popular with Yosemite-bound travelers.
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…
The 5th Street Inn is a quaint little guest house with 9 rooms and is a great place to relax after a day in Yosemite.
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…
Bed and breakfast in Oakhurst, about 10 miles from Yosemite's south entrance and 5 miles from Bass Lake, with morning breakfast, common decks, and a p…
Professional longarm quilting services offered by Jeri Carney. Contact for quilt submissions and pricing information.
Jewelry
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 auto repair shop in Oakhurst offering maintenance, alignments, electrical work, smog testing, and brake service. ASE-certified technician…
Full-service automotive repair shop offering maintenance, inspections, alignment, electrical work, smog testing, and tire/brake service. ASE-certified…
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.
The American Cancer Society is a nationwide voluntary health organization dedicated to eliminating cancer.
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.
Historic inn near Yosemite with on-site restaurant serving cozy, nourishing food. Located 4 miles from Yosemite National Park in Fish Camp.
Craft brewery and restaurant near Yosemite's Big Oak Flat entrance, serving house beers and food from Gateway at the Brewery. Located 25 miles from th…
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…
Arts & Literature / Home Décor
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…
Oakhurst bakery-cafe open daily serving baked goods, breakfast sandwiches, Belgian waffles, burgers, salads and locally roasted coffee, with vegetaria…
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,…
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…
Welcome to Yosemite National Park! Big Oak Flat entrance is a fee station located on Big Oak Flat Road, the continuation of Highway 120 (from the west…
Forest Service campground in Sierra National Forest near Oakhurst, offering camping opportunities in a pine-forest setting at 3,400 feet elevation.
Forest Service campground in the Sierra National Forest near Oakhurst, offering camping opportunities in a pine setting at 3,400 feet elevation.
Family-run bakery and grill on Highway 41 serving hand-pressed burgers, Po'Boys, and fresh-baked goods. Open daily for breakfast and located near Yose…
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 auto and RV repair shop in downtown Mariposa working on domestic, Asian and European vehicles, including complete muffler and exhaust ser…
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. Come create, be inspired and inspire others!
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…
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…
Short paved 0.5-mile round-trip trail in Yosemite Valley to the base of the 620-foot Bridalveil Fall, which flows year-round; the western trail is whe…
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…
Heirloom bakery in Coulterville offering custom wedding cakes, farm-to-table cafe, catering, and culinary experiences. Closed to walk-ins in winter; c…
The mission of the California Highway Patrol is to provide the highest level of Safety, Service, and Security.
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
Easy 3.8-mile round-trip hike to a modest 20-30 foot waterfall on the South Fork Tuolumne River. Accessible without paying park entrance; best visited…
A 1.4-mile one-way trail along the South Fork of the Tuolumne River into the Yosemite Wilderness to Carlon Falls; no pets or bikes in the wilderness a…
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. First-time visitors…
A 510-foot waterfall along Cascade Creek where it enters Yosemite Valley via the Arch Rock entrance. Fed by Cascade and Tamarack Creeks merging, it's…
A long-established family Mexican restaurant in downtown Mariposa serving fajitas, enchiladas, burritos, and other traditional dishes.
Our lives are dedicated to agriculture and oenology. We prune, we trellis and train, we monitor vines through the seasons, we harvest, we press, and w…
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
Set within Yosemite National Park, this laid-back, budget hotel is 5 miles from Balanced Rock Foundation.
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
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.
Popular hiking trail featuring three waterfalls with cascades, accessed from Wawona area. Fairly strenuous 8.4-mile round trip with 2,300 feet of elev…
An 8.4-mile round-trip hike featuring three waterfalls plus cascades, with 2,300 feet of elevation gain. Less crowded than Yosemite's popular Mist Tra…
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 building in Wawona's Yosemite History Center with interactive exhibits honoring the Chinese workers of early Yosemite; seasonal, whe…
Retail
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-drinks shop in Oakhurst serving coffee, boba and lemonade made with real fruit, pure extracts, ceremonial-grade matcha and locally roasted…
Handcrafted coffee, boba, and lemonade drinks made with quality ingredients including real fruit, pure extracts, locally roasted coffee, and ceremonia…
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