2021 TUOLUMNE COUNTY INSPIRATION TRAVEL GUIDE VISITTUOLUMNE.COM
Tuolumne County,
FIND THE ESCAPE YOU’VE BEEN MISSING!
Welcome to Tuolumne County! Wander Freely in Tuolumne County, California where you can...
✓ Experience uncrowded Yosemite ✓ Discover authentic Gold Country ✓ Explore scenic High Sierra
Embrace every moment in wide-open spaces and fresh air with endless outdoor recreation opportunities for every type of nature enthusiast. Explore historic towns with unique shopping, dining, wine and cider tasting options. See the arts come alive in quaint galleries and live entertainment venues. It’s all just 2½ hours east of the San Francisco Bay Area. All-season roads allow for yearround access to fun adventure and selfie-taking, memorymaking moments! Rest your head in a variety of lodging options, from campgrounds to modern lodges and resorts or anything in between. Lodging for any budget is available throughout the County near Yosemite National Park, next to scenic High Sierra lakes, and in the heart of historic Gold Rush towns. Find and reserve lodging at VisitTuolumne.com. Thank you for adventuring safely and responsibly in Tuolumne County. We invite you to be part of our social media family: Facebook.com/TuolumneCounty Instagram.com/TravelTuolumneCounty Twitter.com/VisitTuolumneCo #VisitTuolumneCounty #MyTuolumneCounty Pinterest.com/tuolumnecounty
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TUOLUMNE COUNTY VISITORS CENTERS*
Our friendly staff is here to help plan your visit and provide area information, maps, directions, brochures and souvenirs. Main Visitors Center: Sonora, CA 193 S Washington St 209-533-4420 ◆ 1-800-446-1333 Call or go online for hours. Groveland, CA 18990 Highway 120 Open daily May-October
VisitTuolumne.com *Call ahead for hours of operation as these change often depending on California State guidelines.
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CONTENTS Explore Local Towns Parks & Public Lands Get Adventurous Tours Shopping & Farmers’ Markets Wineries & Distilleries Arts & Entertainment Museums & Libraries Relocation Places to Eat & Drink Where to Stay Special Event Venues & Services Services & Resources Film Commission Transportation & Charging Stations Tuolumne County Healthy Pledge Look for the Tuolumne County Healthy Pledge icon as you travel through Tuolumne County. These businesses have taken a voluntary pledge to ensure guests and customers that they are meeting or exceeding the COVID-19 safety guidelines set by the State of California and Tuolumne County.
On the cover: Trail of the Gargoyles, Stanislaus National Forest by Zachary Holback. Instagram: @zholback.photography
The 2021 Tuolumne County Vacation Planner is copyright ©2021 by Visit Tuolumne County, which has made every effort to ensure the accuracy of the information contained herein, but assumes no responsibility for errors, changes or omissions. Note: Due to State of California guidelines, business operations may change over time. Call ahead. Design & Production: Heather Jing Design, heatherjing.com VisitTuolumne.com
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Explore Local Towns Stand in a Place Where Time Stands Still.
Credit: Menka Belgal
Tuolumne County is rich with colorful and authentic Gold Rush and nostalgic Main Street towns where friendly folks are full of information and tips. Your treasure, new or old, is waiting to be discovered in unique specialty shops or fine art galleries that line historic sidewalks. Enjoy a meal in a quaint historic inn and take in a top-notch live theatre performance in a venue where shows have entertained guests for over a century. Dance or laugh the night away to the sounds of favorite local bands or nationallyknown acts. Find locally-produced food and goods at farmers’ markets throughout the summer months. Credit: Menka Belgal
JAMESTOWN
SONORA Sonora has a charming historic downtown with an energetic vibe. Rich in Gold Rush history, it has been touted “Queen of the Southern Mines.” Today, visitors enjoy one-of-a-kind boutiques and eateries, locally produced products, live theatre, seasonal farmers’ markets, along with hiking, golfing, and other fun activities in and around town. Sonora is accessible year-round and is a great, centralized place to stay with many options for lodging. Annual events like the Mother Lode Round-Up Parade and Rodeo, the Sonora Christmas Parade, 2nd Saturday Art Nights, Summer Concerts in Coffill Park, and Friday Flix movie nights bring visitors back time and time again. -Sonora Chamber of Commerce. See page 40
Downtown Jamestown is home to specialty and antique shops, a cigar bar, restaurants and historic hotels. Woods Creek attracts modern-day gold prospectors while the newly expanded Chicken Ranch Casino offers table games, slot machines and Bingo. Rocca Park features a replica blacksmith shop, historic jail, playground and year-round events with live music, artists and craft vendors. Railtown 1897 State Historic Park is just a few blocks from Main Street and is a must-see! Take a stroll along the Walk of Fame, and see how many movies you recognize that were filmed in Tuolumne County! Credit: Sarah Spoljaric
TUOLUMNE COLUMBIA Columbia was founded as a Gold Rush boom town in 1850. Today, the town’s past is preserved at Columbia State Historic Park – an authentic living history town. Columbia traditionally celebrates its history with re-enactments, a statehood parade, holiday events and many more year-round festivities. Historic hotels, restaurants, a 4th generation handmade candy store, blacksmith shop, stagecoach, old-fashioned bowling alley, theatre, modernly-appointed mercantile grocery store and shops supplied with treats and trinkets add to the ambiance of the town where a new historic surprise is around every corner. -Columbia Chamber of Commerce. See page 40 4 ◆ 2021 Tuolumne County Vacation Planner
Tuolumne is steeped in logging history. Remnants of logging days gone by can best be seen on the West Side Trail. Perfect for all skill levels of hikers and mountain bikers, this local-favorite trail is well-known for its spring and summer wildflowers and Tuolumne River canyon vistas. Black Oak Casino Resort offers exciting nightlife, restaurants, a family floor with bowling alley and arcade, plus hotel and RV park. Cover’s Apple Ranch is a delightful family stop with a petting zoo, train rides and restaurant (Mile High Apple Pie is a must!). Visitors can now pay tribute and honor veterans at the new 9/11 and War on Terrorism Memorial at the Tuolumne Memorial Hall. Annual events include the Tuolumne Lumber Jubilee and the Me-Wuk Acorn Festival. The Westside Pavilion hosts nationally-acclaimed singers, bands and comedians.
Explore Local Towns Credit: Khiry Cummings
TWAIN HARTE Twain Harte–the “Harte” of the Sierra–is tucked away in the pines and is the closest “Four Season Resort Community” to the Bay Area. Wander through the charming downtown to experience wine tasting, boutiques, and art galleries. The bocce ball court, playground, skate park, mini-golf, and executive golf course offer activities for the entire family and are a short stroll from restaurants and cafes. Indulge in snowy winters at Dodge Ridge Ski Area, experience bountiful wildflowers and dogwood blooms in spring, fish and swim in numerous lakes and streams in summer, and explore abundant hiking and biking trails during fall. See you soon! -Twain Harte Area Chamber of Commerce. See page 40 Twain Harte Miniature Golf Credit: Jennifer Rapoza
PINECREST
Indigeny Reserve, Sonora Credit: Jennifer Rapoza
A destination all its own, Pinecrest has been offering iconic family vacations for generations. Located just off Highway 108, this picturesque destination offers summer fun on the water and the trails. In winter, Dodge Ridge Ski Area provides ski runs, snowboarding and lessons for beginners to experts, while nearby Leland High Sierra Snowplay offers tubing fun for all ages. Vacation cabins, resorts and campgrounds are plentiful and conveniently located near fascinating High Country destinations like Columns of the Giants, the Trail of the Gargoyles, Donnell Vista, the Bennett Juniper, Kennedy Meadows and scenic Sonora Pass. Hike, bike, horseback ride, fish, swim and stargaze. Here, the outdoors is yours to explore. Credit: Mason Trinca, Visit California
GROVELAND Pine Mountain Lake
Cover's Apple Ranch, Tuolumne Credit: Jennifer Rapoza
Groveland, “The North Gateway to Yosemite”, is located on Highway 120, the most direct route to Yosemite National Park from San Francisco and Northern California. In the 1800s, Groveland was a booming gold miners’ town. You can still find the oldest Saloon in California, the Iron Door Saloon and Jailhouse Museum here. Attractions include local Friendly Ghosts, Yosemite Gateway Museum, and Pine Mountain Lake where visitors can golf, camp, dine, fish, and enjoy water activities including swimming, sailboat/paddle board rentals, and Groveland is just a short drive from Lake Don Pedro and Dodge Ridge Ski Area. Annual events include the 49er Festival and Chili Cook-off (49erfestival.org) and the “Where the Hell is Groveland?” Car Show. -Yosemite Highway 120 Chamber of Commerce. See page 40 VisitTuolumne.com
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Parks & Public Lands Pinecrest Lake
Credit: Jesse Jones, U.S. Forest Service
STANISLAUS NATIONAL FOREST FOREST SUPERVISOR’S OFFICE 209-459-9238 19777 Greenley Rd, Sonora
SUMMIT RANGER DISTRICT (HWY 108)
209-459-9238 ◆ TDD Device for the Deaf: 209-965-0488 1 Pinecrest Lake Rd, Pinecrest
GROVELAND RANGER DISTRICT (HWY 120)
209-962-7825 ◆ TDD Device for the Deaf: 209-962-6406 24545 Hwy 120, Groveland
CALAVERAS RANGER DISTRICT (HWY 4)
209-795-1381 ◆ TDD Device for the Deaf: 209-795-2854 5519 Hwy 4, PO Box 500, Hathaway Pines Note: Phone numbers valid during virtual operations. Check website for office openings and updates.
Kennedy Meadows Credit: Jennifer Rapoza
Stanislaus National Forest offers magnificent vistas, trails, lakes, rivers and streams that create endless opportunities for camping, hiking, biking, boating and rafting, fishing, horseback riding and winter sports featuring breathtaking scenery and fresh mountain air. fs.usda.gov/stanislaus Ask for informational guides: ◆ Wilderness Permits and Tips ◆ Camping in the National Forest ◆ Accessible Recreation Opportunities
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◆ Fuel Wood Cutting ◆ Hiking Trails ◆ Horseback Riding ◆ Whitewater Rafting ◆ OHV Use ◆ Hunting Tips
Please—
PACK IT IN, PACK IT OUT!
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Credit: Jennifer Rapoza
Parks & Public Lands
TOP FIVE TIPS FOR VISITING
Lower Yosemite Falls Credit: Kim Carroll Photography/Evergreen Lodge
YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK 95% of visitors only see 5% of Yosemite. Explore the less visited and uncrowded areas outside the Valley Floor – like Hetch Hetchy and the Tuolumne Grove of Giant Sequoias.
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Go early in the morning (avoid park entrance traffic between 10am and 12pm).
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In the busy summer months, take alternate transportation like Y.A.R.T.S., local transportation, or tour guide providers (see page 20).
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From Memorial Day through Labor Day purchase your Park Pass ahead of time in Groveland on Highway 120. Call the Tuolumne County Visitors Center for location: 209-533-4420 or purchase online at yourpassnow.com/parkpass/park/yose
Visit the park October through April when it is much less crowded, and you’ll get the best of fall colors and beautiful winter scenes.
YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK Park Information & Roads: 209-372-0200 Lodging Reservations: 888-413-8869 Camping Reservations: 877-444-6777 TDD Device for the Deaf: 877-833-6777 PO Box 577, Yosemite nps.gov/yose
Tuolumne Meadows Credit: Daimian Riley
Over half of Yosemite National Park is located in Tuolumne County—it’s the least crowded half too. Walk amongst majestic towering trees in the Tuolumne Grove of Giant Sequoias or explore the unmatched scenery of Tuolumne Meadows and Hetch Hetchy Reservoir. Highway 120 leading into the park is designated by the State of California as the Northern Yosemite Highway and is the shortest and most direct route to Yosemite from the San Francisco Bay Area and all points north. The route is open year-round into Yosemite Valley. As you head towards Yosemite, be sure to stop in Groveland at the Groveland Yosemite Gateway Museum, where Yosemite National Park staff provides park information and sells park passes while Visit Tuolumne County staff provides area information May-October. Open year-round, the museum is a great place to learn about the area's cultural and natural history and to pick up some souvenirs. Accommodations are available along Highway 120 in Groveland and beyond.
YARTS (YOSEMITE AREA REGIONAL TRANSIT SYSTEM) 877-989-2787 369 W 18th St, Merced yarts.com
YOSEMITE GATEWAYS
Find out about traveling to Yosemite National Park through Yosemite’s four spectacular gateways. yosemitegateways.com Tuolumne Grove of Giant Sequoias
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Parks & Public Lands Credit: Jennifer Rapoza
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COLUMBIA STATE HISTORIC PARK Tours & Information: 209-588-9128 Columbia Museum: Main & State Streets parks.ca.gov/columbia
Credit: Jennifer Rapoza
Known as the best-preserved Gold Rush town in California, Columbia is a place where visitors are truly immersed in authentic California history. Gold was discovered in Columbia on March 27, 1850. By 1870, the “Gem of the Southern Mines” produced more than $1 billion (in today’s figures). Today the town still bustles with shops, exhibits and the lively activity of the 1850’s. You’ll know you’ve arrived when you hear the clang of a hammer at the blacksmith shop, smell the candles and soap at the candle store, visit authentic brick buildings and taste treats from the candy store, bakery or tea house. Embrace your pioneer spirit! Pan for gold, sip a sarsaparilla, pick up provisions or supplies. Take an adventurous ride on the stagecoach. Enjoy live theatre at the Fallon House. See the house that Grace Kelly called home during the filming of High Noon.
Wilson McConnell House Credit: Menka Belgal
Docents staff the park museum, dressed circa 1850-1870. Columbia hosts many events throughout the year that celebrate the Gold Rush era including a Victorian Easter Egg Hunt, Glorious 4th of July, lamplight tours at Christmastime and many more! Admission to the park is free and there are plenty of dining and lodging options both inside and outside the park. Nearby RV parks and the Columbia Airport are within walking distance to Columbia State Historic Park. Note: Some park operations, activities, and events may be contingent on Covid-19 guidelines. Call ahead for specific information. 8 ◆ 2021 Tuolumne County Vacation Planner
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Parks & Public Lands Credit: Menka Belgal
RAILTOWN 1897 STATE HISTORIC PARK 209-984-3953 5th Ave & Reservoir Rd, PO Box 1250, Jamestown railtown1897.org ◆ railtowninfo@parks.ca.gov The “Southern Mines” of Tuolumne County hit their second heyday in 1897 with the completion of the Sierra Railway tracks to Jamestown, Sonora and eventually, in 1900, to Tuolumne City. This meant boom times for the lumber, hard rock and cattle industries. Later, the railroad was key to building dams that created Lake Tulloch, Don Pedro and Hetch Hetchy Reservoirs.
Credit: Preethi Chandrasekhar
Railtown 1897 brings this era to life. The 26-acre park is open daily for tours featuring the active roundhouse complex, belt driven machine shop, historic locomotives, passenger cars and movie props like smokestacks, headlights and station signs. Railtown 1897 is known as “The Movie Railroad” and its trains, including the famous Sierra No. 3®, have been featured in over 300 films, television shows and commercials since its first movie in 1919. Steam and vintage diesel train rides are available on weekends April – October, holidays and for special events. The Depot Store is well-appointed with toys, souvenirs, books and more about railroads and the California Gold Rush. The park is operated by California State Parks and supported by the California State Railroad Museum Foundation. Note: Some park operations, activities, and events may be contingent on Covid-19 guidelines. Call ahead for specific information. Credit: Calaveras Big Trees State Park
Credit: Preethi Chandrasekhar
CALAVERAS BIG TREES STATE PARK 209-795-1196 ◆ Visitors Center: 209-795-3840 PO Box 120, Arnold parks.ca.gov/bigtrees ◆ bigtrees.org Visitors get an up close look at giant sequoias at two groves within the park. See the largest living things on Earth and the “Big Stump!” Hike, camp and picnic. Credit: The Taste Edit
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Get Adventurous
Ferretti Trails, Groveland Credit: Jennifer Rapoza
Where Fresh Air Comes with a Fresh Perspective. Mother Nature shows off her best in Tuolumne County and Yosemite. Outdoor enthusiasts of all types are drawn here year-round to sight-see and recreate on extensive public lands featuring hundreds of miles of hiking, biking and horseback riding trails, crystal clear lakes, rivers and streams for boating, fishing and swimming, campgrounds for RVs or roughing it in a tent. Winter brings bright white snow, perfect for skiing, snowboarding, tubing, cross-country skiing and snowshoeing.
Biking Tuolumne County offers up some of the most fun on two wheels around. Road and mountain biking is evolving fast in Tuolumne County, and whether you’re just starting out or are a seasoned veteran of the cycling world, there’s a trail with your name on it. From meandering railroad grades to single track downhills, find your favorite in Tuolumne County!
GROVELAND TRAIL HEADS grovelandtrailheads.org
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STANISLAUS NATIONAL FOREST *See page 6
Boating & Fishing Whether you’re a boater, an angler or both, you’ll find the waters of Tuolumne County are clear and cool. Going after the “Big One” is fun and relaxing and is available year-round in Tuolumne County. All you need is a little bait, a rod and reel, and a love of the great outdoors to fish for crappies, bluegills, catfish, kokanee, salmon, bass or trout. Need some lessons and tips? Let one of our local fishing guides take you on a half-day or full-day trip to a spectacular spot. Whether you prefer paddling or going a bit faster on the water, there’s a lake or river waiting for you. Bring your own boat or rent boats at Pinecrest Lake, Lake Don Pedro, and New Melones Reservoir.
ECHO ADVENTURE COOPERATIVE *See page 11
HEIDI'S SKI AND PADDLE 209-965-3450 29870 Hwy 108, Cold Springs heidisskishop.com
LAKE DON PEDRO MARINA 209-852-2369 11500 Bonds Flat Rd, La Grange lakedonpedromarina.com
MOCCASIN POINT MARINA
209-989-2206 11405 Jacksonville Rd, Jamestown moccasinpointmarina.com
PINECREST LAKE RESORT *See page 35
YOSEMITE ADVENTURE SUPPLIES 209-962-0923 18911 Ferretti Rd, Bldg A, Groveland yosemiteadventuresupplies.com
REGIONAL: NEW MELONES LAKE MARINA 209-785-3300 6503 Glory Hole Rd, Angels Camp newmeloneslakemarina.com
Camping Camping is one of the most popular outdoor recreational activities in Tuolumne County. With over 1,500 campsites throughout the County’s public lands and in privately-owned parks, there
Get Adventurous is a perfect spot under the stars for you to pitch your tent or park your RV. See listings for campgrounds and RV parks beginning on page 37.
Gold Panning
Hetch Hetchy Reservoir, Yosemite Credit: Marielena Smith
There is gold in them thar hills! Although the Fandango Halls and gun fights are but an eerie presence found in the ghost towns the miners abandoned, the boom of the 1849 Gold Rush left nuggets and frontier adventures behind. In Tuolumne County there are several gold panning adventure companies that teach prospecting courses for adventurous miners who seek a true Gold Country experience.
COLUMBIA INN MOTEL & 49ER MINING SUPPLY *See page 30
GOLD PROSPECTING ADVENTURES Pine Mountain Lake Golf Course, Groveland
209-984-4653 18170 Main St, Jamestown goldprospecting.com
MATELOT GULCH MINING CO. & HIDDEN TREASURE GOLD MINE 209-532-9693 22675 Main St, Columbia matelotgulchmining@gmail.com
Golfing Lake Don Pedro Credit: Visit California/Stephen Lam
The rolling hills of the Mother Lode are as picturesque as they are challenging. Whether you prefer the challenge of championship 18 holes or a delightful day at a course in the pines, our local golf courses cover a variety of landscapes and views from the lower foothills to the High Country.
PINE MOUNTAIN LAKE GOLF COURSE
209-962-8620 12765 Mueller Dr, Groveland pinemountainlake.com
TELELI GOLF CLUB
209-532-1000 17566 Lime Kiln Rd, Sonora teleligolfclub.com
TWAIN HARTE MINIATURE GOLF 209-586-5569 23098 Fuller Rd, Twain Harte Aspen Meadow Pack Station Credit: Emily Taylor
REGIONAL: GREENHORN CREEK RESORT
209-729-8111 ◆ 888-736-5900 711 McCauley Ranch Rd, Angels Camp greenhorncreek.com
THE GOLF CLUB AT COPPER VALLEY 209-785-3700 1001 Saddle Creek Dr, Copperopolis coppervalleygolf.com
Guided Hiking Hiking is the number one outdoor activity in Tuolumne County! Hundreds of miles of trails lead to spectacular vistas and unique geologic formations like Highway 108’s Columns of the Giants or Yosemite’s Hetch Hetchy Reservoir. Sonora’s urban escape trail, Dragoon Gulch is expanded yearly and provides a bird’s eye view of historic downtown. Local outfitters are standing by to take you on an epic photography hike, a multi-day backpacking trip and everything in between if you would like a guided adventure.
ECHO ADVENTURE COOPERATIVE 209-732-5161 11892 Ponderosa Lane, Groveland echocoop.com
LASTING ADVENTURES 800-513-8651 PO Box 1078, Groveland lastingadventures.com
STANISLAUS NATIONAL FOREST *See page 6
YEXPLORE YOSEMITE ADVENTURES
209-532-7014 ◆ 800-886-8009 PO Box 4951, Sonora yexplore.com
Horseback Riding Experience the High Sierra the way the settlers first saw it--on horseback! From a leisurely half-hour ride to an adventuresome week-long pack trip into the Emigrant Wilderness, you’ll see the best of the Sierra from the best seat in the house—your saddle.
ASPEN MEADOW PACK STATION 209-965-3402 Off Crabtree Rd, Pinecrest aspenmeadowpackstation.com VisitTuolumne.com
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Get Adventurous KENNEDY MEADOWS PACK STATION 209-965-3900 Kennedy Meadows kennedymeadows.com
QUARTZ MOUNTAIN STAGE LINE
209-588-0808 Wells Fargo Building on Main St, Columbia qmcarriage.com
Underground Adventure Immerse yourself in a stunning underground world. Regional caverns feature spectacular crystalline formations along winding passageways. Enjoy several guided tour options at each location.
BLACK CHASM CAVERN
888-488-1960 15701 Pioneer Volcano Rd, Volcano cavetouring.com
CALIFORNIA CAVERN
888-488-1960 9565 Cave City Rd, Mountain Ranch cavetouring.com
MERCER CAVERNS
209-728-2101 1665 Sheep Ranch Rd, Murphys mercercaverns.net
MOANING CAVERN ADVENTURE PARK
209-736-2708 5350 Moaning Cave Rd, Vallecito moaningcaverns.com
Whitewater Rafting World-famous whitewater rafting offers everything from float boats to Class 5 runs on the Tuolumne and Stanislaus Rivers. The wild and scenic Tuolumne, named #1 rafting river by the San Francisco Chronicle, is California’s premier wilderness whitewater. Check out a local outfitter to set up your exciting rafting adventure.
ARTA RIVER TRIPS
209-962-7873 24000 Casa Loma Rd, Groveland arta.org
SIERRA MAC RIVER TRIPS 209-591-8027 ◆ 800-457-2580 27890 Hwy 120, Groveland sierramac.com
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ZEPHYR RIVER EXPEDITIONS 209-532-6249 ◆ 800-431-3636 22517 Parrotts Ferry Rd, Columbia zrafting.com
REGIONAL: ALL-OUTDOORS CALIFORNIA WHITEWATER RAFTING
925-932-8993 ◆ 800-24RAFTS 1250 Pine St, Ste.103, Walnut Creek aorafting.com
Tuolumne River Credit: OARS
OARS
209-736-4677 ◆ 800-346-6277 PO Box 67, Angels Camp oars.com
Winter Fun Experience winter in Tuolumne County’s High Country where you have easy access to classic winter fun and a host of new adventures waiting for you!
Dodge Ridge Ski Area Credit: Dodge Ridge Ski Area
ADRIENNE ANDERSON SCHOOL OF ICE SKATING 209-743-4038 Long Barn Lodge
DODGE RIDGE SKI AREA 209-965-3474 1 Dodge Ridge Rd, Pinecrest dodgeridge.com
HEIDI'S SKI AND PADDLE 209-965-3450 29870 Hwy 108, Cold Springs heidisskishop.com
Yosemite Pines RV Resort Credit: Barry Hoy
LELAND HIGH SIERRA SNOW PLAY 209-965-4719 34033 Leland Meadow Rd, Strawberry snowplay.com
LONG BARN LODGE ICE SKATING RINK & EVENT CENTER 209-586-3533 ◆ 800-310-3533 25957 Long Barn Rd, Long Barn longbarn.com
Leland High Sierra Snowplay
More Adventures YOSEMITE MOUNTAIN SUGAR PINE RAILROAD 559-683-7273 56001 Hwy 41, Fish Camp ymsprr.com
Matelot Gulch Mining Co. Credit: Emily Taylor
Tours
Tuolumne Meadows, Yosemite National Park Credit: Echo Adventure Cooperative
Take A Moment to Realize You're in the Moment. Do you want to enjoy the outdoors, but need the gear and someone to show you the way? Or, do you just want a custom experience without the planning? Local tour companies of all types can take you to just about anywhere in Tuolumne County you’d like to go. Explore Yosemite National Park, local historical areas and wineries, or go on a guided adventure in the High Sierra. Enjoy a hassle-free vacation, and let one of the area’s experts show you the sights. Some can even pick you up at airports in San Francisco, Oakland or Sacramento.
ASPEN MEADOW PACK STATION *See page 11
ECHO ADVENTURE COOPERATIVE *See page 11
KENNEDY MEADOWS PACK STATION *See page 11
LASTING ADVENTURES *See page 11
MOTHER LODE ADVENTURES CHARTER SERVICES, LLC 209-677-3183 ◆ 888-963-6235 mlacharters.com ◆ info@mlacharters.com
YEXPLORE YOSEMITE ADVENTURES *See page 11
YOSEMITE FLIGHT TOURS 209-532-2345 10747 Airport Rd, Columbia yosemiteflighttours.com
Regional BACKROADS
800-462-2848 801 Cedar St, Berkeley backroads.com
EXTRANOMICAL TOURS 260 Monterey St, Brisbane 415-357-0700 extranomical.com
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Shopping & Farmers’ Markets
Wildbud Creative, Sonora Credit: Jennifer Rapoza
Discover Unexpected Treasures.
Shopping is so fun in Tuolumne County because you never know what treasures you'll find! Charming small-town streets are lined with eclectic stores offering everything from the latest clothing trends and outdoor gear to antiques, and local goods and handmade crafts.
Highway 120/Groveland ECHO ADVENTURE COOPERATIVE
*See page 11
RANCH REVIVED
209-962-0740 18687 Main St, Ste A, Groveland
YOSEMITE ADVENTURE SUPPLIES
209-962-0923 18911 Ferretti Rd, Bldg A, Groveland yosemiteadventuresupplies.com
Columbia COLUMBIA CANDY KITCHEN, INC.
209-532-7886 22726 Main St, Columbia columbiacandykitchen.com
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COLUMBIA CLOTHIERS & EMPORIUM
GIANELLI VINEYARDS WINERY & TASTING ROOM
209-770-2540 22711 Main St, Columbia
*See page 16
COLUMBIA MERCANTILE 1855
209-782-5111 18205 Main St, Jamestown
209-288-7885 11245 Jackson St, Columbia columbiamercantile1855.com
EBLER’S LEATHER
209-532-1811 22751 Main St, Columbia eblersleather.com
INNER SANCTUM CELLARS BASECAMP AT COLUMBIA
*See page 16
SEVEN SISTERS SOAP & CANDLE CO.
209-536-9047 22719 Broadway St, Columbia sevensisterssoapandcandle.net
Jamestown THE BRIDAL VAULT
209-984-9099 18281 Main St, Jamestown thebridalvault.com
JIMTOWN SOCK CO.
STOGIES GOLD COUNTRY LOUNGE
*See page 16
Sonora ALOFT ART GALLERY AT BAER'S
209-588-8604 105 S Washington St, Sonora aloftartgallery.com
BARRON'S FURNITURE
209-536-9834 37 S Stewart St, Sonora barronsfurniture.com
BODY BANDIT
209-206-8979 mybodybandit.com
COLLIER'S CONFECTIONS
209-768-3595
DOWNTOWN SHOES
209-532-2500 4 S Washington St, Sonora 4downtownshoes.com
Credit: Menka Belgal
FITTIN' PRETTY BRAS AND BOUTIQUE
209-532-6149 54 S Washington St, Sonora fittinprettybtq.com
GOOD STUFF
209-588-0550 10 Pesce Way, Sonora watchresources.org
JUNCTION SHOPPING CENTER
209-533-3548 13775 Mono Way, Sonora
RUNWAY XCHANGE
209-532-9990 115 S Washington St, Sonora facebook.com/runwayxchange
SIERRA NEVADA ADVENTURE COMPANY
209-532-5621 173 S Washington St, Sonora snacattack.com
SONORA TRADING POST
LITTLE ROOTS TOY SHOP
209-532-4700 730 S Washington St, Sonora sonoratradingpost.com
LOCAL COLLECTIVE
209-288-2051 59 South Washington St, Sonora wildbud.co
209-454-0106 106 S Washington St, Sonora littleroots.toys 209-694-7030 189 S Washington St, Sonora locogoods.com
MOTHERLODE GROWN
209-694-3113 37 Theall St, Sonora motherlodegrown.com
MOUNTAIN HOME GIFTS
209-533-5319 87 S Washington St, Sonora
WILDBUD CO
Twain Harte THE HARTE OF THE KITCHEN
209-586-5631 22966 Joaquin Gully Rd, Twain Harte
TWAIN HARTE MARKET
209-586-6100 18711 Tiffeni Dr, Twain Harte twainhartemarket.com
THE WALK-IN CLOSET
209-586-3839 22920 Twain Harte Dr, Twain Harte facebook.com/thewalkinclosetboutique
Regional REWINED DESIGNS
408-438-3792 202 Main St, Murphys rewineddesigns.com
FARMERS’ MARKETS Tuolumne County’s friendly farmers, food producers and artisans are excited to share the bounty of Tuolumne County with you at one year-round and three seasonal farmers’ markets. Stop by and experience fresh sustainable produce and other food products, plus shop for locally-created souvenirs and gifts. See all farmers' markets at VisitTuolumne.com/farmers-markets
FARMS OF TUOLUMNE COUNTY
209-928-3775 PO Box 315, Soulsbyville tcfarms.org
PEACEFUL VALLEY FARMERS MARKET 209-770-7147 14888 Peaceful Valley Rd, Sonora peacefulvalleyfarmersmarket.com VisitTuolumne.com
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Wineries & Distilleries
Inner Sanctum Cellars Basecamp, Sonora Credit: Jennifer Rapoza
Local Varietals and Exciting Adventure Pair Perfectly. The varietals of Tuolumne County and the surrounding region fit tastefully into the ranks of California wines. Great outdoor adventures in Yosemite, Gold Country and the High Sierra complement your visit to boutique tasting rooms, where friendly ambiance is paired with unique, awardwinning Sierra foothill varietals.
INDIGENY RESERVE
209-533-9463 14679 Summers Ln, Sonora indigenyreserve.com
INNER SANCTUM CELLARS BASECAMP
800-750-5919 22004 Parrotts Ferry Rd, Sonora innersanctumcellars.com
NATIONAL HOTEL & RESTAURANT
In addition to wineries, Tuolumne County is home to an award-winning, family-owned and operated hard cider distillery set amongst beautiful organic apple orchards.
209-984-3446 18183 Main St, Jamestown national-hotel.com
GIANELLI VINEYARDS WINERY & TASTING ROOM
RAWHIDE SALOON
209-984-1500 12581 Algerine Rd, Jamestown gianellivineyards.com
HURST RANCH
209-984-3016 17415 Hwy 108, Jamestown hurstranchjamestown.com 16 ◆ 2021 Tuolumne County Vacation Planner
YOSEMITE CELLARS
209-770-3381 12282 Punch Bowl Rd, Groveland yosemitecellars.com
Regional CALAVERAS WINEGRAPE ALLIANCE
209-728-9467 202 Main St, Murphys calaveraswines.org
THE CELLAR ROOM
888-736-5900 711 McCauley Ranch Rd, Angels Camp greenhorncreek.com
IRONSTONE VINEYARDS
209-984-5110 18260 Highway 108, Jamestown therawhidesaloon.com
209-728-1251 1894 Six Mile Rd, Murphys ironstonevineyards.com
STOGIES GOLD COUNTRY LOUNGE
TWISTED OAK
209-984-0584 18202 Main St, Ste C, Jamestown stogiesgoldcountry.com
209-736-9080 4280 Red Hill Rd, Vallecito twistedoak.com
Arts & Entertainment
Sierra Repertory Theatre
Embellish Your Creative Side. Tuolumne County has it all when it comes to arts and entertainment. From quaint art galleries and fun painting parties to local artisan craft fairs and superior live performances and concerts, there’s something to please the artistic creativity, tastes and amusement of everyone.
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BRADFORD STUDIO B
209-743-3582 19 W Bradford St, Sonora
THE BRIGHT ORANGE POPPY
209-432-9096 Twain Harte thebop209.com
BROTHERS PROMOTIONS 831-345-2006 brotherspromotions.com
BRUSH & CORK ON THE ROAD
209-533-4542 brushandcork.com
Casinos A jackpot is ready to happen in Gold Country! Find 24-hour full gaming action at Black Oak Casino Resort in the town of Tuolumne and table games, slots and Bingo at the newly expanded Chicken Ranch Casino in Jamestown.
BLACK OAK CASINO RESORT
877-747-8777 19400 Tuolumne Rd N, Tuolumne blackoakcasino.com
CHICKEN RANCH CASINO
209-984-3000 16929 Chicken Ranch Rd, Jamestown chickenranchcasino.com
REGIONAL: JACKSON RANCHERIA CASINO RESORT
209-223-1677 ◆ 800-822-WINN 12222 New York Ranch Rd, Jackson jacksoncasino.com
Music Festivals
SONORA BACH FESTIVAL 209-536-6330 PO Box 4583, Sonora sonorabach.org
REGIONAL: BEAR VALLEY MUSIC FESTIVAL 209-813-0554 ◆ 800-458-1618 PO Box 5068, Bear Valley bearvalleymusicfestival.org
CELTIC FAIRE PRODUCTIONS 209-532-8375 Angels Camp calaverascelticfaire.com
Theatre Tuolumne County is one of the most popular regional theatre destinations in California. In addition to incredible local talent and crew, many actors and directors come from major cities like New York, Los Angeles and San Francisco to perform.
HISTORIC FALLON HOUSE THEATRE
209-532-ARTS (2787) 21 N Washington St, Sonora mytuolumnecountyarts.org
From the classic Sonora Bach Festival to the funky Strawberry Music Festival, several annual music festivals and concert series in historic venues and beautiful outdoor amphitheaters delight all ages.
209-532-3120 11175 Washington St, Columbia sierrarep.org
THE WILD ROSE
STRAWBERRY MUSIC FESTIVAL
SIERRA REPERTORY THEATRE
TUOLUMNE COUNTY ARTS
209-984-9382 18141 Main St, Jamestown thewildroseshop.com
209-984-8630 PO Box 664, Jamestown strawberrymusic.com
209-532-3120 13891 Mono Way, Sonora sierrarep.org VisitTuolumne.com
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Museums & Libraries
Groveland Yosemite Gateway Museum and Library, Groveland Credit: Menka Belgal
Step Out and Step Back in Time. Tuolumne County has a rich Native American history and Gold Rush heritage, with fascinating stories of the past preserved in abundantly-curated collections in museums, historic towns, and state historic parks. Call ahead of time for updated hours.
COLUMBIA STATE HISTORIC PARK MUSEUM 209-532-3184 22747 Main St, Columbia
GROVELAND BRANCH LIBRARY 209-962-6144 18990 Hwy 120, Groveland tuolcolib.org
GROVELAND YOSEMITE GATEWAY MUSEUM
TUOLUMNE COUNTY MUSEUM & HISTORY CENTER
SONORA VOLUNTEER FIRE MUSEUM
TUOLUMNE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
209-532-7890/209-288-2482 125 N Washington St, Sonora sonoraca.com/visitsonora/museums.htm
209-533-5507 480 Greenley Rd, Sonora tuolcolib.org
TUOLUMNE CITY BRANCH LIBRARY
TWAIN HARTE BRANCH LIBRARY
209-928-3612 18636 Main St, Tuolumne tuolcolib.org
209-586-4501 18701 Tiffeni Dr, Ste 1F, Twain Harte tuolcolib.org
TUOLUMNE CITY MEMORIAL MUSEUM
VETERANS MEMORIAL HALL & MILITARY MUSEUM
209-962-0300 18990 Hwy 120, Groveland grovelandmuseum.org
209-928-3516 18663 Carter St, Tuolumne tuolumnemuseum.wordpress.com
HISTORY OF TUOLUMNE COUNTY
209-532-1317 158 W Bradford St, Sonora tchistory.org
209-533-0923 9 N Washington St, Sonora sonoraca.com/visitsonora/museums.htm
Explore the rich history of Tuolumne County as you travel through the towns and regions in the community. From the Me-Wuk roots of the County, to the Gold Rush that built it to fame, to the railroad that brought people (and movies) to the area, there’s something for everyone!
gold in the area was extracted during the Gold Rush—meaning there is still a rich vein of gold and gems! Dig into mining history at local museums, or get your hands dirty with mining companies located in Sonora, Jamestown, and Columbia.
The Me-Wuk Native American Indians have lived in this area for thousands of years, with “Tuolumne” (like Follow Me) coming from the Me-Wuk word for “many stone dwellings.” The Tuolumne Band of Me-Wuk Native American Indians hold traditional events throughout the year including the Annual Acorn Festival, which celebrates the harvest of black oak acorns and features ceremonial dances, games and native crafts. Visit mewuk.com for information about their history, traditions and events.
Decades after the Gold Rush, Tuolumne County saw the arrival of the railroad in 1897 and a steady rise in population. Immerse yourself in the history of the railroad and the movies that it brought with it at Railtown 1897 State Historic Park.
Tuolumne County saw an influx of people during the Gold Rush when mines were established in the hills. It’s estimated that only 30% of the
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Visit the Tuolumne County Historical Society’s website tchistory.org or visit one of the museums where you can learn about important County figures, why downtown Sonora is structured the way it is and see artifacts firsthand.
Relocation
Table Mountain, Jamestown Credit: Sarah Spoljaric
Sonora
BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOME SERVICES CALIFORNIA REALTY
DRE# 01916850 209-533-7888 133 Old Wards Ferry Rd, Ste E, Sonora bhhscr.com
COLDWELL BANKER MOTHER LODE REAL ESTATE DRE# 01013957 209-532-6993 14255 Mono Way, Sonora coldwellbankermotherlode.com
COLDWELL BANKER SEGERSTROM REAL ESTATE DRE# 01013957 209-532-7400 84 N Washington St, Sonora coldwellbankersonora.com
KW SIERRA FOOTHILLS
DRE# 02090838 209-694-8077 8 S Washington St, Sonora kellerwilliamsrealtysierrafoothills.com
THE MILNIK TEAM
DRE# 01956378 209-588-3778 8 S Washington St, Sonora milnikrealestate.com
RE/MAX GOLD
DRE# 01215931 209-536-8400 207 S Washington St, Sonora remaxgold.com
YOSEMITE TITLE COMPANY 209-532-8174 208 S Washington St, Sonora yotitle.com
Twain Harte CENTURY 21 WILDWOOD BETSY HURST-YOUNGER, REALTOR DRE# 01229794 209-604-2609 direct PO Box 1398, Twain Harte
COLDWELL BANKER TWAIN HARTE REALTY
DRE# 01013957 209-586-5200 23003 Joaquin Gully Rd, Twain Harte coldwellbankertwainharte.com
LAURA JENNINGS CENTURY 21 WILDWOOD DRE# 01909786 209-591-3444 22910 Twain Harte Dr, Twain Harte laurajennings.c21.com
Regional COLDWELL BANKER LAKE TULLOCH REAL ESTATE DRE# 01013957 209-785-2543 ◆ 800-527-1173 14 O’Byrnes Ferry Rd, Copperopolis coldwellbankerlaketulloch.com VisitTuolumne.com
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For the latest travel advisories from the California Department of Public Health, visit: cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CID/DCDC/Pages/COVID-19/Travel-Advisory.aspx
PREVENT WILDFIRES
ON THE ROAD Make sure that nothing is dragging from your vehicle, particularly when towing and never pull onto dry grass or vegetation. AT YOUR CAMPSITE OR AROUND YOUR CABIN
Awareness Follow posted fire prevention signs regarding fireworks and campfires and other regulations. Learn the area you are visiting and know two ways out of every room, every building and every community you are in. Campfires • Get a campfire permit online at www.permit.preventwildfireca.org or from a CAL FIRE, U.S. Forest Service or BLM station. • Keep your campfire small, have a 10-foot clearance around it and don’t leave it unattended. • Make sure you completely extinguish your fire using the “drown, stir and feel” method. BBQ/Fireplace • Ensure there is 10-foot of clearance around your BBQ. • Dispose of ash in a metal container with lid away from any flammable materials. • Ashes may take several days to cool completely in the can. Do not discard them until they are cool to the touch. Equipment • Ensure your equipment is in good working order and that you are using it correctly. Mow before 10 am, and never on windy days. • All gas-powered equipment (ATV's, generators, motocross bikes, weedeaters, lawn mowers, etc.) require a spark arrestor. Check your equipment prior to use to ensure your spark arrestor is installed and is clean and serviceable. GENERAL RECREATION
Target Shooting • Shoot in areas free of vegetation. • Use safe targets, such as paper or clay pigeons, as steel targets or rocks may throw sparks into nearby vegetation. • Have a shovel and fire extinguisher on hand in case a fire does spark.
Experiencing the spectacular outdoors and authentic California history are the main reasons visitors make their way to Tuolumne County. Enjoying all that the area has to offer comes with the responsibility to be safe and to be good stewards.
STAY SAFE
Safety Tips for Exploring the Back Country • Don’t ever go alone. • Stay on marked trails. • Take a communication device with you. • Always check the weather before you head out. High Country weather can and does change quickly. • Be prepared! Carry extra water, food and appropriate survival supplies.
BE A GOOD STEWARD
• Tuolumne County is Too Cool to Trash! Always leave a place better than when you arrived, pack out your litter and recycling and dispose of it properly. • Respect wildlife. ° Please don’t feed wildlife ° Watch wildlife from a distance ° Use bear-proof lockers where they’re available or bear-proof canisters when backpacking • Stick to marked trails to avoid harming plants, and consider taking a bag to pick up trash along your hike. • Dogs should be on a leash while on trails and streets and picked up after. • Please don’t disturb cultural artifacts.
OTHER IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• In an emergency, call 9-1-1 • Tuolumne County Sheriff’s Dept. 209-533-5855 • City of Sonora Police Dept. 209-532-8143 • Sign Up for Tuolumne County Citizen Alerts while you’re in the area: tuolumnecounty.ca.gov/AlertCenter.aspx?AID=30 • Should a fire or other emergency occur, tune your radio to a local station (FM 92.7, FM 93.5, FM 102.7 or AM 1450) for updates.
Using GPS We do not recommend using GPS to get around Tuolumne County, especially in the mountains. Use maps or stop by a Visitors Center or ranger station for directions. Using a GPS in a rural area can send you on the wrong roads or roads not suitable for regular vehicles.
For more safety and stewardship information, go to VisitTuolumne.com/safety-and-stewardship
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Winter Driving
Highway 120 is open year-round to Yosemite National Park and into Yosemite Valley. Tioga Pass over the Sierra is closed for the winter and opens around the first of June. Highway 108 is closed over the Sierra after the first major snowfall but is kept plowed to Leland Meadows. Sonora Pass usually reopens in mid-May. It is always advisable to carry chains in the mountains during the winter. Snow rarely falls as low as downtown Sonora.
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Kennedy Meadows
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Bishop
186
54
112
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Death Valley
341
Lake Tahoe
137
Las Vegas
451
Los Angeles
331
Columbia
15
Groveland
14
27
Hetch Hetchy
50
65
36
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Yosemite Highway Conditions 209-372-0200
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189
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Weather-wise
With lower elevations around 500 feet and reaching to nearly 10,000 feet above sea level, Tuolumne County has a vast diversity of landscapes to enjoy and full beauty is evident over four distinct seasons. In the spring, the lower altitudes and foothills turn a rich green, with many of the native grasses becoming golden during the summer. In the fall, intense colors line picturesque roads and dapple the foothills and mountainsides as native flora gives way to winter. Above 5,000 feet, snow remains on the ground from late November through April, but any accumulation is rare below 3,000 feet, where many of the County’s main towns are located.
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GOLD COUNTRY Sonora, California/Gold Country: AVG. HIGH
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68°F/20°C
40°F/4°C
3.3in/8.3cm
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90°F/32°C
54°F/12°C
0.15in/0cm
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74°F/23°C
42°F/6°C
2in/5cm
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56°F/13°C
33°F/1°C
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YOSEMITE AREA/HWY 120 Yosemite National Park:
Long Barn, California/High Sierra:
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65°F/18°C
38°F/3°C
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88°F/31°C
53°F/12°C
0.5in/1cm
40°F/4°C
3.5in/9cm
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71°F/22°C
41°F/5°C
2.5in/6cm
28°F/-2°C
9.5in/24cm +snow
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49°F/9°C
28°F/-2°C
6.5in/17cm +some snow
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56°F/13°C
34°F/1°C
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79°F/26°C
50°F/10°C
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63°F/17°C
WINTER
45°F/7°C
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Caltrans Highway Conditions 800-427-7623 dot.ca.gov
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DISTANCES BETWEEN POINTS IN TUOLUMNE COUNTY (IN MILES)
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Places to Eat & Drink
The Rock of Twain Harte Credit: Jennifer Rapoza
Find the Escape You’ve Been Craving. Tuolumne County residents and visitors alike celebrate local cuisine, chefs, and the bounty of the area. The County as a destination features endless adventures for every outdoor enthusiast and the diverse food options and culinary experiences blend perfectly with the main draws to the County.
Highway 120/Groveland CHARLOTTE'S TAVERN
209-962-6455 18736 Main St, Groveland hotelcharlotte.com
COCINA MICHOACANA
209-962-6651 18730 State Hwy 120, Groveland
EVERGREEN LODGE
209-379-2606 33160 Evergreen Rd, Groveland evergreenlodge.com
THE GRILL AT PINE MOUNTAIN LAKE
209-962-8638 12765 Mueller Dr, Groveland pinemountainlake.com 26 ◆ 2021 Tuolumne County Vacation Planner
MOUNTAIN SAGE COFFEE & NURSERY
209-962-4686 18653 Main St, Groveland mtsage.com
PROVISIONS TAPROOM
209-962-4000 18767 Main St, Groveland groveland.com
RUSH CREEK LODGE
209-379-2373 34001 Hwy 120, Groveland rushcreeklodge.com
Columbia BROWN’S COFFEE HOUSE & SWEETS SALOON 209-532-1850 22760 Main St, Columbia brownscoffeehouse.com
COLUMBIA KATE’S TEAHOUSE
209-532-1885 22727 Columbia St, Columbia columbiakates.com
FALLON HOUSE ICE CREAM PARLOR
209-532-2876 11175 Washington St, Columbia
MANDY'S BREAKFAST HOUSE
209-588-8020 22277 Parrotts Ferry Rd, Columbia mandysbreakfast.com
ST CHARLES SALOON
209-288-2258 22801 Main St, Columbia
Jamestown NATIONAL HOTEL & RESTAURANT
209-984-3446 ◆ 800-894-3446 18183 Main St, Jamestown national-hotel.com
C C TAQUERIA
209-984-0000 18181 Hwy 108, Jamestown
MOMMA PEGGS PANTRY
209-768-1812 14450 Jacksonville Rd, Jamestown
THE SERVICE STATION
209-782-5122 18242 Main St, Jamestown jamestownservicestation.com
SUBWAY JAMESTOWN #3
209-984-4051 18141 Hwy 108, Jamestown
THE WILD ROAST
209-984-9382 18141 Main St, Jamestown thewildroseshop.com
Sonora APPLEBEE’S NEIGHBORHOOD GRILL & BAR 209-533-9670 851 Sanguinetti Rd, Sonora
THE BAGEL BIN
209-822-8042 140 S Washington St & 83 N Washington St, Sonora
DIAMONDBACK GRILL
209-532-6661 93 S Washingtion St, Sonora diamondbackgrillsonora.com
EL JARDIN MEXICAN RESTAURANT
209-588-0770 76 N Washington St, Sonora
EMBERZ
209-532-2272 177 S Washington St, Sonora emberzzz.com
GUS’S STEAK HOUSE
209-532-5190 1183 Mono Way, Sonora
THE INDEPENDENT WINE CO
209-588-6248 13 S Washington St, Sonora independentwineco.com
INDUSTRIAL FOOD WORKS
209-743-3235 18851 Microtronics Way A2, Sonora industrialfoodworks.com
SERVENTES SALOON
209-743-2131 64 S Washington St, Sonora
THE SONORA CREAMERY
209-532-7221 728 Mono Way, Sonora
THE SPORTSMAN
209-532-1716 90 S Washington St, Sonora thesportsmansonora.com
SUBWAY DOWNTOWN #2
209-586-5400 24191 Hwy 108, Twain Harte facebook.com/aliciassugarshack
BEAN AROUND THE BLOCK
209-743-4341 22890 Twain Harte Dr, Twain Harte
THE EPROSON HOUSE
209-586-3700 22930 Twain Harte Dr, Twain Harte eprosonhouse.com
SUBWAY JUNCTION # 1
THE ROCK OF TWAIN HARTE
209-533-2011 13757 Mono Way, Ste B, Sonora
THE STANDARD POUR
209-532-7687 19040 Standard Rd, Sonora standard-pour.com
TAQUERIA SONORA
209-694-7047 74 S Washington St, Sonora
VINEY'S ITALIAN RESTAURANT
209-396-1192 83 S Stewart St, Sonora vineysitaliankitchen.com
THE WEST WIND GRILL
209-532-1000 17566 Lime Kiln Rd, Sonora teleligolfclub.com
Tuolumne BLACK OAK CAFE
IT'S YO GOOD YOGURT
THE PEPPERY
COVER’S APPLE RANCH
209-533-9033 13494 Mono Way, Sonora thepeppery.com
209-928-4689 19211 Cherokee Rd, Tuolumne coversappleranch.com
PINOCCHIO'S
THE MILL SPORTS BAR & GRILL
209-533-1996 736 Mono Way, Sonora pinocchiositalianrestaurant.com
209-928-9300 x6501 19400 Tuolumne Rd N, Tuolumne blackoakcasino.com
SALT OF THE EARTH PERSONAL CHEF
SEVEN SISTERS
209-770-6332 saltoftheearthpersonalchef.com
ALICIA'S SUGAR SHACK
209-694-0307 665 S Washington St, Sonora
209-928-9352 19400 Tuolumne Rd N, Tuolumne blackoakcasino.com
209-532-6403 11 S Washington St, Sonora
Twain Harte
209-928-9363 19400 Tuolumne Rd N, Tuolumne blackoakcasino.com
209-586-2080 23068 Fuller Rd, Twain Harte rockoftwainharte.com
THE SPORTSMAN COFFEE SHOP 209-586-5448 22978 Joaquin Gully Rd, Twain Harte
Upper Highway 108 DODGE RIDGE SKI AREA
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KENNEDY MEADOWS RESORT
209-965-3900 ◆ 209-965-3911 58 Miles east of Sonora, Hwy 108 kennedymeadows.com
MIA’S RESTAURANT
209-965-4591 30040 Hwy 108, Cold Springs mias.com
Regional CAMPS RESTAURANT & BOCCE
209-729-8181 711 McCauley Ranch Rd, Angels Camp greenhorncreek.com
IRONSTONE VINEYARDS
209-728-1251 1894 Six Mile Rd, Murphys ironstonevineyards.com
VINE18 AT THE GOLF CLUB AT COPPER VALLEY
209-785-7400 coppervalleygolf.com VisitTuolumne.com
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Bed & Breakfast
209-962-7823 21250 Hwy 120 sugarpineranch.com
INN AT SUGAR PINE RANCH
209-962-6455 18736 Main St, Groveland hotelcharlotte.com
HOTEL CHARLOTTE
209-962-4000 18767 Main St groveland.com
GROVELAND HOTEL
209-379-2606 33160 Evergreen Rd evergreenlodge.com
EVERGREEN LODGE
209-962-4663 7567 Hamilton Station Loop blackberry-inn.com
BLACKBERRY INN BED & BREAKFAST
209-962-6744 19950 Hwy 120 berkshireinn.net
BERKSHIRE INN B&B
209-962-0232 18656 Main St allseasonsgrovelandinn.com
ALL SEASONS GROVELAND INN
Highway 120/Groveland
LODGING GUIDE
Cabins/Vacation Homes
Hotel/Motel/Resort
Rates: Low - High Rates subject to change $159-499
$99-325
$99-325
$190-550
$210-305
$170-215
$125-175
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209-962-7408 11399 Cherry Lake Rd yosemiteriversideinn.com
YOSEMITE RIVERSIDE INN
209-962-6877 7589 Hwy 120, Groveland yosemiteridge.com
YOSEMITE RIDGE RESORT
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209-962-7690 20450 Old Hwy 120 yosemitepinesrv.com
YOSEMITE PINES RV RESORT & FAMILY LODGING
209-962-0365 18605 Hwy 120 yosemitehostels.com
YOSEMITE INTERNATIONAL HOSTEL
209-962-4360 33569 Hardin Flat Rd sunsetinn-yosemitecabins.com
SUNSET INN-YOSEMITE CABIN
209-379-2373 34001 Hwy 120 rushcreeklodge.com
RUSH CREEK LODGE
209-962-0863 22307 Ferretti Rd red-tail-ranch.com
RED TAIL RANCH BED & BREAKFAST
209-962-1818 27557 Packard Canyon Rd lillaskogyosemite.com
LILLASKOG
Highway 120/Groveland continued
LODGING GUIDE
Cabins/Vacation Homes
Hotel/Motel/Resort
Rates: Low - High Rates subject to change $159-350
$100-175
$79-429
$30-100
$295-395
$265-625
$179-239
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Jamestown
Columbia
Bed & Breakfast
209-984-3902 18153 Main St thejamestownhotel.com
THE JAMESTOWN HOTEL
209-984-0315 18730 Hwy 108 countryinnsonora.com
COUNTRY INN SONORA
209-984-5271 18239 Main St redlion.com
AMERICA’S BEST VALUE INN ROYAL CARRIAGE
209-984-3446 18183 Main St national-hotel.com
NATIONAL HOTEL & RESTAURANT
209-533-0446 22646 Broadway St
COLUMBIA INN MOTEL & 49ER MINING SUPPLY
209-532-1479 22768 Main St parks.ca.gov/columbia
COLUMBIA STATE HISTORIC PARK HOTELS & COTTAGES
209-962-5281 7633 Hwy 120 yosemitewestgate.com
YOSEMITE WESTGATE LODGE
Highway 120/Groveland continued
LODGING GUIDE
Cabins/Vacation Homes
Hotel/Motel/Resort
Rates: Low - High Rates subject to change $125-165
$69-295
$49-199
$110-200
$79-119
$75-180
$95-495
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Sonora
Jamestown continued
VisitTuolumne.com
209-533-4400 19551 Hess Ave bwsonoraoaks.com
BEST WESTERN PLUS SONORA OAKS HOTEL & CONFERENCE CENTER
209-532-6039 700 S Barretta St barrettagardens.com
BARRETTA GARDENS INN B&B
airbnb.com/rooms/24937627
APPLE VALLEY CABIN
209-533-4971 14260 Mono Way aladdininn.com
ALADDIN INN
209-782-5099 10382 Willow St thepalmbb.com
THE PALM HOTEL
209-532-7850 18740 Hwy 108/49
MINERS MOTEL
209-984-3332 10301 Willow St jamestownrailtownmotel.us
Bed & Breakfast
JAMESTOWN RAILTOWN MOTEL
LODGING GUIDE
Cabins/Vacation Homes
Hotel/Motel/Resort
Rates: Low - High Rates subject to change $109-299
$159-259
$125-150
$78-145
$99-249
$70-180
$70-180
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Sonora continued
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209-536-4694 128 S Green St thesonorainn.com
RODEWAY INN SONORA
209-533-1310 20230 Grouse Way quailhollowone.com
QUAIL HOLLOW ONE
209-352-4333 253 Knowles Hill Dr knowleshill.com
THE INN ON KNOWLES HILL B&B
209-532-3633 350 S Washington St heritageinnyosemitesonora.com
HERITAGE INN YOSEMITE/SONORA
209-532-3421 286 S Washington St gunnhousehotel.com
GUNN HOUSE HOTEL
415-264-7693 335 Shepherd St
GABLES ON GOLD
209-988-4600 airbnb.com/h/carriagehouseonbarretta
THE CARRIAGE HOUSE ON BARRETTA
209-536-6075 56 Bradford St bradfordplaceinn.com
Bed & Breakfast
BRADFORD PLACE INN & GARDENS
LODGING GUIDE
Cabins/Vacation Homes
Hotel/Motel/Resort
Rates: Low - High Rates subject to change $69-169
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$219-334
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Number of Units 31
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Twain Harte
Tuolumne
Sonora continued
VisitTuolumne.com
209-586-1214 22732 Middle Camp Rd lazyzresort.com
LAZY Z RESORT
925-963-2857 22743 Bret Harte Dr funcabinrentals.com
FUN CABIN RENTALS
877-747-8777 19398 Tuolumne Rd N blackoakcasino.com
THE HOTEL AT BLACK OAK CASINO RESORT
209-533-1494 ◆ 888-533-4667 21645 Parrotts Ferry Rd unionhillinn.com
UNION HILL INN
209-532-2400 160 S Washington St thesonorainn.com
SONORA INN
510-229-9564 17200 Nile River Dr, Sonora airbnb.com/h/hyggehaus
SIERRA HYGGE HAUS
209-273-2209 574 S Washington St, Sonora royalolivemanor.com
Bed & Breakfast
ROYAL OLIVE MANOR
LODGING GUIDE
Cabins/Vacation Homes
Hotel/Motel/Resort
Rates: Low - High Rates subject to change $140-295
$130-215
$109-359
$195-250
$69-239
$185-285
Number of Units 12
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209-586-5204 22910 Twain Harte Dr, Ste 101 twainharterentals.com
TWAIN HARTE RENTALS
800-382-0334 shadowridge.com
SHADOW RIDGE VACATION RENTALS
209-586-0757 23251 Hwy 108 mccaffreyhouse.com
Bed & Breakfast
MCCAFFREY HOUSE B&B
209-965-3900 kennedymeadows.com
KENNEDY MEADOWS RESORT & PACK STATION
209-262-8567 22018 Sunrise Dr, MiWuk Village dogwooddigs.com
DOGWOOD DIGS
209-965-0885 31888 Hwy 108, Strawberry cabinsatstrawberry.com
CABINS AT STRAWBERRY
Upper Highway 108
Twain Harte continued
LODGING GUIDE
Cabins/Vacation Homes
Hotel/Motel/Resort
Rates: Low - High Rates subject to change $85-200
$159-269
$135-325
$160-350
$160-259
Number of Units 22
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Regional
Bed & Breakfast
VisitTuolumne.com
209-785-7415 1001 Saddle Creek Dr, Copperopolis coppervalleygolf.com
THE LODGE BUNGALOWS AT THE GOLF CLUB AT COPPER VALLEY
209-729-8111 711 McCauley Ranch Rd, Angels Camp greenhorncreek.com
GREENHORN CREEK GOLF RESORT
209-965-3278 28635 Herring Creek Ln, Strawberry riversresortrentals.com
RIVERS RESORT RENTALS
209-965-3411 421 Pinecrest Lake Rd, Pinecrest pinecrestlakeresort.com
PINECREST LAKE RESORT
209-965-3276 500 Dodge Ridge Rd, Pinecrest pinecrestchalet.com
$85-360
$125-475
$150-310
$70-200
$119-579
PINECREST CHALET
Type of Accommodation $ 170-500
$99-329
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Rates: Low - High Rates subject to change
PINECRESTAREAVACATIONRENTALS.COM 209-352-0161 24272 Hwy 108, Sugar Pine pinecrestareavacationrentals.com
209-586-3533 25957 Long Barn Rd, Long Barn longbarn.com
LONG BARN LODGE
209-586-7008 24680 Hwy 108, MiWuk miwuklodge.com
THE LODGE– CHRISTIAN RETREAT CENTER
Upper Highway 108 continued
LODGING GUIDE
Cabins/Vacation Homes
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Sonora Pass/Highway 108
Regional continued
888-304-8993 Yosemite National Park travelyosemite.com
YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK LODGING
559-683-3555 40644 Hwy 41, Oakhurst yosemitesouthgate.com
Bed & Breakfast
Cabins/Vacation Homes
Hotel/Motel/Resort
YOSEMITE SOUTHGATE HOTEL & SUITES
LODGING GUIDE
Fleming Meadows, Don Pedro Lake 49er RV Ranch, Columbia
Type of Accommodation
Number of Units
81
1k+
Rates: Low - High Rates subject to change
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Yosemite Lakes RV Resort, Highway 120
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AMERICAN LAND & LEISURE / STANISLAUS NATIONAL FOREST 800-342-2267 CHERRY VALLEY
$22-44
46
DIMOND O CAMPGROUND
$26-52
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LOST CLAIM (no RVs)
$21
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PINES CAMPGROUND
$21
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SWEETWATER CAMPGROUND
$24
12
STANISLAUS NATIONAL FOREST 209-962-7825 ◆ www.fs.usda.gov/stanislaus LUMSDEN CAMPGROUND (no RVs)
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SOUTH FORK CAMPGROUND (no RVs)
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7589 Hwy 120 ◆ yosemiteridge.com
BBQ/Picnic Area
YOSEMITE RIDGE RESORT 209-962-6877
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200
Guest Laundry
$24-429
209-962-7690 ◆ 20450 Old Hwy 120 ◆ yosemitepinesrv.com
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YOSEMITE PINES RV RESORT & FAMILY LODGING
PINE MOUNTAIN LAKE CAMPGROUND 209-962-8615 ◆ 13500 Rocky Point Dr ◆ pinemountainlake.com
Toilets
65
Highway 120/Groveland
Hookups
$45-200
Tent
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YOSEMITE LAKES RV RESORT 209-962-0108 877-570-2267 ◆ 31191 Hardin Flat Rd ◆ rvonthego.com/yosemitelakes
Cabins
Pool/Beach/River
44
Listings allow RVs unless otherwise noted.
Credit Cards Accepted
Number of Spaces
$29-42
CAMPING & RV PARKS GUIDE
Tent/Cabin Available
Rates: Low - High Rates subject to change
Starry Skies over 108 Credit: Kyle McLaurin
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Columbia/Highway 49 49ER RV RANCH 209-532-49RV 23223 Italian Bar Rd ◆ 49rv.com
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60
$5-40
60
$60-70
85
BAKER/DEADMAN CAMPGROUND 209-965-3900
$20-40
61
PINECREST CHALET 209-965-3276 500 Dodge Ridge Rd, Pinecrest ◆ pinecrestchalet.com
$39-119
10 RV
THREE LINKS CAMP (groups & individual campers) 209-586-5500 ◆ 21950 Three Links Rd, MiWuk
$15-35
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MARBLE QUARRY RV PARK 209-532-9539 866-677-8464 ◆ 11551 Yankee Hill Rd ◆ marblequarryrvpark.com
Highway 108 MOTHER LODE FAIRGROUNDS & FAMILY RV PARK 209-532-7428
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RIVER RANCH CAMPGROUND 209-928-3708 ◆ 20900 Fish Hatchery Rd, Tuolumne THE RV PARK AT BLACK OAK CASINO RESORT 209-928-9300 ◆ 209-928-9556 ◆ 19380 Tuolumne Rd N, Tuolumne
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CLARK FORK
$22-42
88
DARDANELLE
$19-38
28
BRIGHTMAN FLAT
EUREKA VALLEY
$18
28
$19-38
38
MEADOWVIEW
$28
200
PIGEON FLAT (no RVs)
$11
9
PINECREST (max RV length 40ft)
$30
300
FRASER FLAT
PIONEER GROUP CAMP SAND FLAT
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STANISLAUS NATIONAL FOREST 209-965-3434 ◆ www.fs.usda.gov/stanislaus
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MILL CREEK
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NIAGARA CREEK
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Regional ANGELS CAMP RV RESORT 209-736-0404 3069 Hwy 49 S, Angels Camp ◆ angelscamprv.com
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DODGE RIDGE CAMPGROUNDS 209-965-3116 / 209-965-3474 ◆ Pinecrest ◆ dodgeridge.com/campgrounds (continued) BOULDER FLAT
Banquet/Meeting Facility
Convenience Store
Guest Laundry
Dump Stations
Toilets
Hookups
Showers
Pool/Beach/River
Tent
Credit Cards Accepted
Cabins
Number of Spaces
Listings allow RVs unless otherwise noted.
Rates: Low - High Rates subject to change
CAMPING & RV PARKS GUIDE
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Special Event Venues & Services
Credit: Jennifer Rapoza
Floral SONORA FLORIST/ BEAR'S GARDEN FLORIST
209-532-9533 ◆ 209-588-2727 Downtown Sonora & The Junction sonoraflorist.com
WILDBUD CO
209-288-2051 59 South Washington St, Sonora wildbud.co
Locations BARRETTA GARDENS INN B&B *See page 31
DODGE RIDGE SKI AREA (year-round event venue) *See page 12
EVERGREEN LODGE *See page 28
GIANELLI VINEYARDS WINERY & TASTING ROOM
LAZY Z RESORT
209-586-1214 ◆ 800-585-1238 22732 Middle Camp Rd, Twain Harte lazyz.com
LILLASKOG *See page 29
MOUNTAIN SAGE COFFEE & NURSERY
RILEE PHOTOGRAPHY
*See page 26
PINECREST CHALET
209-965-3276 500 Dodge Ridge Rd, Pinecrest pinecrestchalet.com
PINECREST LAKE RESORT *See page 35
THE HOTEL AT BLACK OAK CASINO
RUSH CREEK LODGE
*See page 16
HURST RANCH *See page 16
INDIGENY RESERVE *See page 16
Photography JENNIFER RAPOZA PHOTOGRAPHY
209-694-3113 37 Theall St, Sonora motherlodegrown.com
*See page 16
INNER SANCTUM CELLARS BASECAMP
209-533-1494 21645 Parrotts Ferry Rd, Sonora unionhillinn.com
MOTHERLODE GROWN
RAILTOWN 1897 STATE HISTORIC PARK
209-928-9348 ◆ 877-747-8777 19398 Tuolumne Rd N, Tuolumne blackoakcasino.com
UNION HILL INN
*See page 9
*See page 29
209-613-4476 Sonora jenniferrapozaphotography.com 209-489-0987 PO Box 302, Twain Harte rileephotography.com
Services AMALA DETOX & TEA LOUNGE *See page 41
THE BRIDAL VAULT *See page 14
Regional IRONSTONE VINEYARDS *See page 16
SILVER SPUR CHRISTIAN CAMP AND RETREAT CENTER
GREENHORN CREEK RESORT
209-928-4248 17301 Silver Spur Dr, Tuolumne silverspur.com
209-729-8111 711 McCauley Ranch Rd, Angels Camp greenhorncreek.com
TUOLUMNE TRAILS
THE GOLF CLUB AT COPPER VALLEY
209-962-7534 22988 Ferretti Rd, Groveland tuolumnetrails.org
209-785-3444 1001 Saddle Creek Dr, Copperopolis coppervalleygolf.com VisitTuolumne.com
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Services & Resources
Rush Creek Spa, Groveland Credit: Rush Creek Lodge at Yosemite
Associations & Organizations COLUMBIA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 209-536-1672 PO Box 1824, Columbia columbiacalifornia.com
FARMS OF TUOLUMNE COUNTY
209-928-3775 PO Box 315, Soulsbyville tcfarms.org
FRIENDS OF COLUMBIA STATE HISTORIC PARK
209-588-8411 PO Box 367, Columbia friendsofcolumbiashp.org
JAMESTOWN PROMOTION CLUB 209-984-0888 PO Box 677, Jamestown jamestownpromotionclub.com
SONORA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
209-694-4008 PO Box 3084, Sonora sonorachamber.org
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TUOLUMNE BAND OF CHEROKEE INDIANS 209-532-1902 tuolumnecherokees.com
TUOLUMNE COUNTY ARTS 209-694-3198 21 N Washington St, Sonora mytuolumnecountyarts.org
TUOLUMNE COUNTY ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS
209-532-3432 14195 Tuolumne Rd, Sonora tcrealtors.org
TUOLUMNE COUNTY BUSINESS COUNCIL 209-743-6193 PO Box 3718, Sonora tcbusinesscouncil.com
TUOLUMNE COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
209-532-4212 197-B Mono Way, Sonora tcchamber.com
TUOLUMNE COUNTY FILM COMMISSION
209-533-4420 193 S Washington St, Sonora filmtuolumne.org
TUOLUMNE COUNTY SHERIFF’S POSSE 209-984-4881 PO Box 4490, Sonora
TUOLUMNE ME-WUK TRIBAL COUNCIL
209-928-5300 19595 MiWu St, Tuolumne mewuk.com
TWAIN HARTE AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 209-586-4482 PO Box 404 23000 Meadow Ln, Twain Harte twainhartecc.com
VIETNAM VETERANS OF AMERICA CHAPTER 391 vietnamveterans391.org
YOSEMITE HIGHWAY 120 CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 209-962-0429 PO Box 1263, Groveland groveland.org
REGIONAL: CALAVERAS BIG TREES ASSOCIATION 209-795-1196 PO Box 1196, Arnold bigtrees.org
CALAVERAS VISITORS BUREAU AND FILM COMMISSION
209-736-0049 753 S Main St, Angels Camp gocalaveras.com
Automotive/Gas/Petrol ARCO AM PM
15 Pesce Way, Sonora
CHIP’S CHEVRON
209-984-5245 18151 Hwy 108, Jamestown
SONORA FORD/ SUBARU OF SONORA
209-532-5593 13254 Mono Way, Sonora mysonoraford.com ◆ subaruofsonora.com
Business Support GJF ENGINEERING
209-532-1867 188 W Bradford Ave, Sonora
WORKPLACE SONORA
209-213-5301 320 W Stockton St, Sonora workplacesonora.com
Insurance CALDWELL INSURANCE
209-532-5102 14566 Mono Way, Sonora caldwell-insurance.com
CUTLER-SEGERSTROM INSURANCE AGENCY/LEAVITT UNITED INSURANCE SERVICES 209-532-6951 301 S Shepherd St, Sonora cutseg.com
SONORA INSURANCE AGENCY, INC
209-533-0234 124 N Washington St, Sonora sonorainsurance.com
Media/Marketing CLARKE BROADCASTING CORPORATION
209-533-1450 342 S Washington St, Sonora mymotherlode.com
EFFECTV
916-571-2400 6505 Tam O'Shanter Dr, Stockton comcastspotlight.com/sacramento
SABRE DESIGN
209-962-0613 PO Box 605, Groveland sabredesign.net
THE UNION DEMOCRAT 209-532-7151 84 S Washington St, Sonora uniondemocrat.com
Municipalities & Government CITY OF SONORA
209-532-4541 or 209-532-3508 94 N Washington St, Sonora sonoraca.com
TUOLUMNE PARK AND RECREATION DISTRICT
209-928-1214 18603 Pine St, Tuolumne tuolumnerecreation.com
U.S. BUREAU OF LAND MANAGEMENT
916-941-3101 blm.gov/ca
Places of Worship FIRST PRESBYTERIAN “CHURCH OF THE 49ERS” 209-532-2441 11155 Jackson St, Columbia churchofthe49ers.com
MOUNT CALVARY LUTHERAN CHURCH
209-586-3616 24176 Pine Lake Dr, Sugar Pine mtcalvarysugarpine.org
Rejuvenation & Wellness AMALA DETOX & TEA LOUNGE 209-694-7241 31 S Washington St, Sonora amaladetox.com
ADVENTIST HEALTH SONORA
209-536-5000 1000 Greenley Rd, Sonora adventisthealthsonora.org
HAZY BULLDOG FARMS
209-536-4208 1243 Mono Way, Sonora
weedmaps.com/dispensaries/hazy-bulldog-farms
HEAVEN ON EARTH–BODYWORK & MASSAGE 209-432-9042 Downtown Sonora, Sonora
makingheavenonearth.com/bodywork-and-massage
RAPID CARE INDIAN ROCK
209-536-6680 14540 Mono Way, Sonora adventisthealthsonora.org
RUSH CREEK SPA
209-379-2425 34001 Hwy 120, Groveland rushcreeklodge.com/spa
Services MONO VILLAGE LAUNDROMAT
209-288-2953 or 209-206-3819 14797 Mono Way, Sonora facebook.com/Monovillagelaundry
Schools SIERRA WALDORF SCHOOL
209-984-0454 19234 Rawhide Rd, Jamestown sierrawaldorf.org
Utilities JS WEST PROPANE GAS
209-532-7475 ◆ 800-540-4484 564 W Stockton St, Sonora jswest.com VisitTuolumne.com
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Film Commission Tuolumne County has a film history that dates back to the early 1900’s. Throughout the years the area has remained a popular filming location with over 300 movies, television shows, documentaries and commercials being filmed here with more added every year. Visit filmtuolumne.org for more information on filming opportunities in Tuolumne County, and take your film on an adventure. In historic downtown Jamestown, the Walk of Fame takes visitors on a sidewalk tour of many of the movies filmed in Tuolumne County. The Walk of Fame connects downtown Jamestown to Railtown 1897 State Historic Park, the site of many movie scenes. filmtuolumne.org
TUOLUMNE COUNTY FILM COMMISSION
209-533-4420 193 S Washington St, Sonora filmtuolumne.org
Railtown 1897 State Historic Park Credit: Austin Banks
Transportation TUOLUMNE COUNTY TRANSIT tuolumnecountytransit.com
Airports
Charging Stations The Groveland Hotel, Groveland: Tesla
*See page 13
Two airports in Tuolumne County accommodate light aircraft up to medium twins and small jets. An additional well-maintained grass runway and fly-in campgrounds at Columbia Airport make it a perfect destination for adventure-seeking pilots. Their Annual Father’s Day Fly-In with fly-bys, flour bombings and a barbecue is a must see event.
STORER TRANSPORTATION
COLUMBIA AIRPORT
209-521-8250 ◆ 800-621-3383 3519 McDonald Ave, Modesto
Black Oak Casino Resort, Tuolumne: Universal and Tesla
PINE MOUNTAIN LAKE AIRPORT
YARTS
877-989-2787 yarts.com for schedule.
MOTHER LODE ADVENTURES CHARTER SERVICES, LLC
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209-533-5685 209-962-5559
Hwy 120 & Ponderosa Park & Ride, Groveland: Tesla Supercharger
Mary Laveroni Park, Groveland: Universal Evergreen Lodge, Yosemite: Universal and Tesla Rush Creek, Yosemite: Universal and Tesla
Chicken Ranch Casino, Jamestown: Tesla Jamestown Hotel, Jamestown: Tesla
McCaffrey House B&B, Twain Harte: Universal and Tesla Sugar Pine RV Park, Twain Harte: Universal
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