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1 About the Area

5 Travel Tips 7 Lodging 9 Map of Big Oak Flat 13 Map of Groveland 15 food and drink 17 map of Groveland East 19 retail/souvenirs 19 vacation rentals 19 real estate agents 21 map of Hwy 120 to Yosemite 22 recreation/activities 22 Camps, Camping, rv parks 23 Professionals/services On the cover: The Merced River, Yosemite Valley in Autumn.

Photo by David Wilkinson Provided by:

Yosemite Chamber of Commerce P.O. Box 1263 Groveland CA 95321 209-962-0429 • 800-449-4120 www.YosemiteChamberOfCommerce.com

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ounded as gold mining towns during the 1849 gold rush, Big Oak Flat and Groveland both experienced the boom and bust that was typical of the mining towns of the age.

While they each may have lost the miners that built the towns, they held onto the history and beauty that continue to make them both picturesque and historical parts of California’s Gold Country. With Yosemite just to the East for day trips, the region is the perfect getaway from the hustle and bustle of city life.

Highway 120, California’s most direct and scenic route to Yosemite National Park is itself a wonderful destination with many attractions that are open year round. Highway 120 winds through rolling hills dappled with heritage oaks, past picturesque small towns where Gold Rush history was made and upward to the dramatic high country with commanding views of the majestic Sierra Nevada. Open to Yosemite Valley all year, Highway 120 is the widest and shortest route into the park from all of Northern California. Now with three pay stations at the entrance gate, Highway 120, the Big Oak Flat Road, is also the quickest route into the park during even the busiest summer days.

Opportunities abound to leave the fast lane behind and relish the slower pace of a bygone era along Highway 120. Hike inspiring wilderness trails, fish crystalline wild trout streams, raft the challenging rapids of the beautiful Tuolumne River, explore charming gold mining towns with colorful pasts.

At the end of the day, settle into inviting accommodations at wilderness campgrounds, modern motels or historic inns, and enjoy pizza, country fare or 4-star cuisine.

Come, Stay & Play in the beauty and majesty that is Gold Country and Yosemite. You won’t want to leave!

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The Old Groveland Jail The jail was built around 1895. While it was well used, especially for those held for public drunkenness, the jail was seldom ever locked. Since there was no full-time jailer, the doors were left unlocked so that in the event of a fire the jail’s occupant could escape confinement. If you’re wondering, “What about the violent criminals?” Well, most violent offenders never made it to the jail. There’s a reason that the town’s original name was Garrotte (The name for the knot tied in the hangman’s noose.) The jail currently serves as the center piece of the civic gardens.

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Yosemite is celebrating its 120th Birthday from October 2010 thru September 2011?

That’s right, Yosemite is 120 years old. In 1889, America’s best-known conservationist, John Muir, along with Century Magazine editor, Robert Underwood Johnson, launched a movement to persuade Congress to set aside the area that is now Yosemite as a national park in 1890. Due to their successful efforts the U.S. Congress set aside nearly 1,200 square miles of forest land on October 1, 1890.

This preserve is now known as Yosemite National Park.

For additional information: www.YosemiteChamberofCommerce.com

Yosemite travel tips

May to October 1. Start Early: For Yosemite Valley destinations, you will find the most tranquility as well as best lighting for photo opportunities early in the morning or late afternoon or evening.

2. Take a Break: Avoid concession lines by picking up a picnic lunch and film before you arrive at the valley floor. Stop and enjoy the historic places and beautiful scenery along the way. Get everything you need for your trip into the park in Groveland.

3. Do Something Really Different: Yosemite is quite spectacular at night. Try stargazing at Glacier Point or perhaps take a moonlight tour of the valley floor. Enjoy a leisurely day hike in the peaceful setting of the Hetch Hetchy area, or enjoy a quick walk around town with the Groveland Historic Walking Tour map.

4. Plan Ahead: Make your reservations early. Area rooms fill fast. Call 1-800-4HWY-120 (1-800-449-9120) to find lodging and camping along Highway 120. Or go to the YCC website at: www.YosemiteChamberofCommerce.com 5. Save Money: Purchase souvenirs from shops outside the park. Many shops offer unique collections of native items as reminders of your trip and can save you valuable vacation dollars.

November to April 6. Plan for the Weather: Between October and June, wet weather is a possibility. Conditions change quickly. Stay dry, carry some sort of foul weather gear, carry chains (even 4WD’s). Chains are available to purchase from many retailers along Highway 120.

Call (209) 372-0200 for road conditions.

7. Autumn in Yosemite: Some of the best hiking and sightseeing is found along the Tioga and Glacier Point corridors.

Beautiful fall color displays begin in early September through November at these higher elevations.

Photo by David Wilkinson Photography

8. Learn Something New: Try the Ranger-led snowshoe hike.

Experience ice skating while enjoying the spectacular view of Half Dome. Chase away the winter blues by soaking up some rays in Groveland where the claim to fame is “above the fog & below the snow.” Highway 120 is open all year to Yosemite Valley.

9. Avoid the Crowds: Because there aren’t any! The seasons of Fall, Winter and Spring are the most mystifying because you have the mountains to yourself. Even the peak of the Summer isn’t crowded outside of the most popular areas of the Park, where the lodgings and other facilities are located. With nearly 1,200 square miles, the vast majority of the Park is always serene and secluded.

10. Bundle Up: Late Fall through early Spring, mid-day temperatures average 40º to 50º in Yosemite Valley, but can vary widely. Overnight lows are below freezing regularly. Dress in multiple layers so that you can adapt to temperature changes.

11. Slow Down: Stop and take advantage of the scenic turnouts in Yosemite. Enjoy streams, woods, meadows and wildlife throughout the valley. Roll down windows as you drive so that you can hear the waterfalls.

Yosemite at a Glance Established: October 1, 1890 Land Area: About 1,189 Square Miles Lowest/Highest Elevations: 4,315 at valley floor; 13,114 Mt. Lyell summit Hiking: More than 840 miles of marked hiking trails Camping: 15 campgrounds; 325 campsites on the valley floor General Park Information: (209) 372-0200 Lodging Along Highway 120: (800) 449-9120 Toll-free

(209) 962-0429 Road & Weather Information: (209) 372-0200 Road Service: (209) 372-8321 in the park

(209) 962-7070 Hiway 120 Towing

All Seasons Groveland Inn

Penon Blanco Lookout

Big Creek Meadow Ranch

209-962-4360

209-962-0232 See ad this page 209-962-1942

Blackberry Inn Bed & Breakfast 209-962-4663

209-878-3675

Sunset Inn

Yosemite Gold Country Motel 209-878-3400

Yosemite Pines RV Resort

209-962-0403

& Family Lodging 209-962-7690

Evergreen Lodge

Yosemite Ridge Resort

Cub Inn B & B 209-379-2606 See ad on facing page

Hotel Charlotte

209-962-6877

Yosemite Riverside Inn 209-962-7408

209-962-6455 See ad on back cover

Yosemite Rose Bed & Breakfast

Lake View Lodge

Yosemite Westgate Lodge

760-647-6543

Lillaskog Bed & Breakfast

209-962-6548 209-962-5281

209-962-1818 See ad on page 22

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Hwy 120 to Yosemite is open all year round?

While Hwy 120 over Tioga Pass closes seasonally, the Hwy 120 entrance to Yosemite remains open all year round with access to Yosemite Valley and all of the beauty it contains.

For additional information: www.YosemiteChamberofCommerce.com

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Combining a timeless feel with modern comforts, Evergreen Lodge is Yosemite’s premier mountain resort.

Come see why Frommer’s Guide calls the Evergreen “the Classic Yosemite Experience”.

Cabins • Restaurant • Tavern • Recreation

www.evergreenlodge.com

(800) 93-LODGE

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Trail Rides • Play Days • Horse Shows Riding Arena • Children’s Horse Camps Special Excursions • Stalls, Corrals, Paddock Rentals • Picnic & BBQ Area

For reservations or information call Lester Scofield at 209-962-8667 or email to: stables@pinemountainlake.com Receive a FREE horseshoe with purchase of a Trail Ride!

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All Seasons Groveland Inn

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Coldwell Banker-MLP

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Dori’s Tea Cottage

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Hotel Charlotte

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Mar-Val Food Stores

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Pine Mountain Video

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RE/Max Yosemite Gold

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Two Guys Pizza

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Yosemite Region Resorts

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James Nagle See ad on page 12 See ad on page 12

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Lauree Borup See ad on page 8 See ad on inside front cover See ad on page 20

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Groveland was not the town’s original name?

Groveland started off as Savage’s Diggins, named for the first miner to stake a claim here. The town then became known as Garrotte. A garrotte is the knot tied in a noose to hasten the death of a hanged man when the fall distance is not great enough. Groveland was a true frontier town, complete with “frontier justice.” As a matter of fact, what’s left of the old hangman’s tree can be seen on old Hwy 120 just a few miles east of town.

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That’s right, many visitors to Groveland’s historic inns have reported seeing and hearing ghosts. Several professional ghost investigators have come looking for our “passed” residents. Luckily, they’re all real friendly spirits.

For additional information: www.YosemiteChamberofCommerce.com

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Barbara J’s Organics Organic Herb & Spice Co.

The Grill at Pine Mountain Lake

209-770-4634

209-962-8638 See ad on facing page

Big Oak Restaurant and Bar

Iron Door Restaurant and Saloon

Café Charlotte

Mar-Val Food Stores

Dori’s Tea Cottage

Mountain Sage Coffee

209-962-6015

209-962-6455 See ad on back cover

209-962-8904

209-962-7452 See our ad on page 11

209-962-5300 See ad on page 12

209-962-4686

Pizza Factory

Evergreen Lodge

209-962-7757

209-379-2606 See ad on page 8

P.J.’s Cafe & Pizzeria

Firefall Coffee Roasting Co. 209-962-7704

Priest Station Cafe 209-962-1888

Good to Go Catering

Two Guys Pizza

209-962-7397

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Did you know Big Oak Flat was once the largest town in the area?

Big Oak Flat once boasted a population of over 15,000 residents, mostly miners and their families. After many wildfires and the gold deposits drying up, it nearly became a ghost town.

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19th Hole Lounge Live Music Saturday 8 to Midnight The Grill 209.962.8638 19th Hole Lounge 209.962.8636 Restaurant Hours of Operation BREAKFAST Saturdays 8 am to 11 am Sundays 8 am to 12:30 pm LUNCH Tuesday – Sunday 11 am to 3 pm DINNER Tuesday & Wednesday 5 pm to 8 pm Thursday – Sunday 5 pm to 9 pm Closed Mondays

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The Grill at Pine Mountain Lake See ad on page 16

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Pine Mountain Lake Golf & Country Club See ad on page 4

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Pine Mtn Lake Stables

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Groveland plays host to some great events?

May 7 — John Muir Festival. Music, plays and adventure abound in this 2nd Annual event in downtown Groveland and Coulterville. For information, call 209-962-0429.

June 4 — Earth Fest at Mountain Sage. Live music, food and fun! For more information, call (209) 962-4686 June 5 — “Where the Hell is Groveland” Car Show. Enjoy over 100 vintage cars at this popular annual event. Music and food as well as contests. Mary Laveroni Park.

June 11 — Quilt Stroll downtown Groveland and in the park.

Enjoy quilts displayed at businesses throughout town, with more vendors and displays at the park.

September 17 — ‘49er Festival & Chili Cook-off. Parade, chili tasting, music and vendors. Lots of things to do for the entire family. For additional information, call 209-962-0429.

October 1 — ITSA Film Festival! Enjoy over 20 independent and student-made films from all over! Takes place at Mountain Sage in Groveland as well as other county locations. For further information, log on to ITSAFilmFestival.com or call 209-962-0429 October 2 — Closing Ceremonies for Yosemite’s 1 year long 120th Birthday Celebration. Book a room in Groveland and enjoy the party. This commemorative event wraps up Groveland’s year-long celebration for Yosemite’s 120th Birthday! For further information, call 209-962-6455 November — Thanksgiving weekend Craft Fair at the Groveland Community Center. Lots of art and crafts available to purchase. Great for gifts or for yourself!

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Down to Earth Hardware 209-962-7407

Mountain Sage Landscapes/Photo Gallery

Groveland Pharmacy Gifts & Video Rental

Pine Mountain Video

209-962-5211

Letterosis, Handmade Gifts 209-962-4100

Mar-Val Food Stores

209-962-7455

209-962-0357 See ad on page 15

Serendipity Antiques Home DĂŠcor 209-404-5736

209-962-7452 See our ad on page 11

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HomeAway Yosemite Vacation Rentals

Yosemite Region Rentals

601-825-9885

Porch Swing Vacation Homes

209-962-7196

209-962-6455

Yosemite Region Resorts

541-301-4682

800-962-4765 See ad on facing page

RE/Max Yosemite Gold

Yosemite West Reservations

Lauree Borup 209-962-4080 See ad on page 8

559-642-2211

Ziomek Retreat 805-478-0750

Coldwell Banker-MLP

Real Living-Sugar Pine Realty

Hetch Hetchy Assn of Realtors

Lauree Borup 209-962-4080 See ad on page 8 Eleda Carlson 209-962-4080

James Nagle 209-962-1122 See ad on page 12 John Stone 209-962-5252 Krystal Bigger 209-962-1159 209-962-4034

PS&A Peggy Sharp & Associates 209-962-6316

Pine Mountain Lake Realty

Red Rossio 209-962-7156 Lynn Bonander 209-962-7156 Parker Johnson 209-962-7156 Val Bruce 209-962-7156 See ad on page 10

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David Lint 209-962-7765 Ron Connick 209-962-7765 See ad on page 18

RE/Max Yosemite Gold

Yosemite Area Realtors

Larry Jobe 209-962-5501 Elizabeth Lilley 209-962-6540

Yosemite Gateway Properties June Dee 209-962-5190 Paul Pieretti 209-962-7129

For additional information: www.YosemiteChamberofCommerce.com

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Black Oak Casino 209-928-9300 See ad on page 20

Pine Mountain Lake Golf Course 209-962-8620 See ad on page 4

Sierra Mac River Trips, inc 800-457-2580

Y*Explore Yosemite Adventures 209-532-7014

Yosemite Audio Adventures 209-878-3194

Pine Mountain Lake Stables

Yosemite Guide Service

209-962-8667 See ad on page 10

209-962-1999

Camp Tuolumne Trails

Yosemite Pines RV Resort

209-962-7534

Yosemite Gold Country Motel 209-878-3400

Pine Mountain Lake Campground

& Family Lodging 209-962-7690

Yosemite Ridge Resort 209-962-6877

209-962-8600

Yosemite Lakes

A Thousand Trails Resort 209-962-0121

For additional information: www.YosemiteChamberofCommerce.com

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4-C Properties 209-962-7314

Accounting Plus 209-962-6500

Bible On Call

209-962-7990

Big Oak Auto and Truck Repair 209-962-6764

Broad Perspectives 209-962-7730

Calaveras County Chamber of Commerce 209-736-2580

Calaveras Visitors Bureau 800-225-3764

California Travel & Tourism Commission 916-444-4429

Carron Tax Associates 209-962-6119

Columbia Airport 209-533-5685

Columbia Chamber of Commerce 209-536-1672

Ed & Judy Connery 209-962-4615

Curves of Groveland 209-962-4908

Cutler-Segerstom Insurance 209-532-6951

Robert Davis, CPA 209-962-7832

Delaware North, Yosemite Concession Services 209-372-1000

El Dorado Septic Service, Inc 209-586-1623

Franklin Builders 209-962-0979

Garrotte Lions Club

Groveland Community Services District 800-341-2161

Groveland Library 209-962-6144

Groveland Rotary Club 209-962-5219

Groveland Yosemite Gateway Museum 209-962-0300

Helping Hands Thrift Store & Furniture Barn 209-962-6830

Hilltop Homes 209-986-7755

Historic Sonora Chamber of Commerce 209-962-5219

Home Security 209-962-7975

Hopeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Landscaping 209-962-6820

Jo Ann Prietoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Accounting Service 209-962-5876

Kiefer Farmers Insurance 209-962-6593

Kiwanis Club of Groveland 209-962-5127

Amanda & Randy Klaahsen 209-962-5961

Lock & Key by Port2Gee 209-962-0438

Michael Malloy, CPA 209-962-7830

Mary Kay Cosmetics 209-962-6394

Moore Bros. Scavenger Co., Inc 209-962-7224

National Park Service 209-372-0249

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For additional information: www.YosemiteChamberofCommerce.com

Northern Yosemite Corridor Partners, Inc 209-962-7707

Northside Clinic 209-878-0155

Omni 1 Handyman Service 209-962-5463

Oler Chiropractic & Wellness Center 209-962-0662

Pine Mountain Lake Airport 209-533-5685

Southside Senior Services, Inc. 209-962-7303

Jeannie Tasker 209-962-7163

Therapeutic Massage 209-962-6288

Throckmorten Enterprises 209-962-7308

Tuolumne County Chamber of Commerce 209-532-4212

Pine Mountain Lake Association

Tuolumne County District 4 Supervisor, John Gray

Pine Mountain Therapy

Tuolumne County Sheriff’s Office Community Services Unit

209-962-8600

209-962-4035

Positively Pampered 209-962-0824

Rabobank

209-436-1800

David G. Roberts, Attorney at Law 209-962-4327

Sabre Design & Publishing 209-962-0342

Sample Maintenance 209-962-4747

San Francisco Public Utilities 415-554-1830

Sonora Community Hospital 209-532-3161

Soroptomist Int’l of Groveland 209-962-4660

Southern Tuolumne County Historical Society 209-962-0300

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209-533-5521

209-962-8955

Tuolumne County Visitors Bureau 800-446-1333

Tuolumne River Trust 209-588-8636

Twain Harte Chamber of Commerce 209-586-4482

Union Democrat Newspaper 209-532-7151

U.S. Forest Service 209-532-7825

Yosemite Bank

(Premier Valley Bank) 209-962-7853

Yosemite Cattle Co. 209-533-0945

Yosemite Highway Herald 209-962-6288

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Hwy 120 is oldest operating road into Yosemite?

It was completed in July of 1874 and quickly became the most popular route into Yosemite Valley. The first route, Coulterville Road, was completed a month earlier but went virtually unused and soon closed after the Big Oak Flat Road (Hwy 120) opened.

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