Road Trip!
2018 Visitors Guide
Visit Yosemite | Madera County
VISIT YOSEMITE MADERA COUNTY
Yosemite Mtn Sugar Pine Railroad ALL ABOARD!
Authentic Steam Powered Locomotives “Moonlight Special” Train, Barbeque & Entertainment • • • • •
Model-A Powered Railcars Museum Gift Shops Sandwich Shop Gold Panning
Stop by our Oakhurst Visitor Center along Highway 41 to get all the information you’ll need for your next Road Trip!
Tunnel View in Spring • Steve Montalto
Plan your Yosemite Road Trip Here are just a few of our favorites!
Yosemite In A Day ������������������������ 4-5
Sierra Vista Scenic Byway ���������� 14 - 15
Pet Friendly Road Trip ����������������������� 27
Fossils to Falls Road Trip ���������������38 & 39
Majestic Mountain Loop ������������������������������� 41
Winter Wonderland Road Trip ����������������������� 29
We invite you take a Road Trip with us through
Madera County, "California’s Gateway to Yosemite"
HWY 41 • Fish Camp • CA • 93623
(559) 683-7273 www.yosemitesteamtrains.com Founded By The
Family In 1965
Operating in the Sierra National Forest at Yosemite’s South Gate
More information regarding anniversary events can be found at www.madera-county.com or www.facebook.com/MaderaCounty
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From stagecoach holdups to the hunt for notorious outlaw Black Bart, Madera County has a rich history of the gold rush, the logging industry, and the struggle to become its own county. Madera, which means “wood” in Spanish, shifted from a thriving timber market to a bountiful agriculture industry. It is now a key gateway to Yosemite National Park hosting tourist and locals alike in quaint towns and cities that evolved from a lively past. 2018 marks the 125th anniversary of Madera County. Come join us in an eventful year of celebration!
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Yosemite Conservancy is the primary non-profit partner supporting this project.
THE OFFICIAL SOUTHERN YOSEMITE VISITORS BUREAU
VISITORS CENTER HOURS
VISIT US ONLINE!
Mid-May thru Mid-October: Daily 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Mid-October thru Mid-May: Monday - Saturday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. • Closed on Sundays
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Website: yosemitethisyear.com
Guide Books & Maps • Free Coffee • Clean Restrooms 24-Hour Information & Reservation Board • Gift Shop
40343 Highway 41, Oakhurst, CA 93644 Phone: (559) 683-4636 • Fax: (559) 683-5697 Email: ysvb@yosemitethisyear.com
Highway Conditions & Weather Reports Yosemite National Park nps.gov/yose • (209) 372-0200 Highway 41 into Yosemite National Park rarely suffers impassability. Caltrans (800) 427-7623 • dot.ca.gov/cgi-bin/roads.cgi • Highway 41
U.S. Forest Service U.S. Forest Service/Oakhurst fs.fed.us • (559) 658-7588 (April - October) Sierra National Forest Bass Lake Ranger Headquarters (559) 877-2218
Mileage & Drive Times to Oakhurst
FROM
MILEAGE
Trail Restoration in the Mariposa Grove • NPS by Al Golub
DRIVE TIME
Bakersfield................ 155 miles...............2.5 hours Fresno......................... 48 miles............50 minutes Las Vegas.................. 438 miles..................7 hours Los Angeles.............. 275 miles...............4.5 hours Merced........................ 67 miles.............1.25 hours Sacramento............... 170 miles...............3.5 hours San Diego................. 380 miles..................6 hours San Francisco............ 213 miles..................4 hours
Average Temperatures Yosemite National Park
NOTE REGARDING
GPS
GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM
Electronics are wonderful—but are not always reliable in rural and mountain areas. For your safety, don’t depend on GPS/Nav Satellite devices to get you to your destination.
COVER PHOTO
LOW HIGH
Jan 29° 48° Feb 31° 52° March 34° 58° April 38° 64° May 45° 71° June 51° 81°
LOW HIGH
Aug Sept Oct Nov Dec
56° 89° 51° 82° 42° 71° 33° 56° 28° 47°
July 57° 89°
National Weather Service • noaa.org
Glacier Point Photographer: Darvin Atkeson
“The road winds tightly through a deep lush pine forest in the Sierra Nevada. You make a turn, the trees part and your sense of proportion is suddenly overwhelmed. Things simply cannot be as massive as they appear. You grip the wheel tightly and try to focus on the road but the scenery astounds your mind. Realism has just given way to fantasy. You slow to a crawl trying to take it all in. The sheer size, distance and rugged beauty of what lies before you seems completely impossible! This is Yosemite!”
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Mariposa Grove
… is expected to re-open spring of 2018
HISTORY: Located at the southernmost point of Yosemite
Near the south gate on Hwy 41, 30 minutes from Oakhurst on Hwy 41
National Park, the Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias is the largest of three ancient groves within Yosemite. The grove contains approximately 500 mature Giant Sequoia trees. Being among the rarest, oldest and largest living organisms in the world, Giant Sequoias are truly an iconic species. Early visitors were so inspired by the big trees that in 1864, in the midst of the Civil War, Congress passed landmark legislation to permanently preserve both the Mariposa Grove and Yosemite Valley.
RESTORATION: The restoration of Mariposa Grove aims to
preserve these majestic trees by balancing visitor needs with ecological protection. Park ecologists, wildlife managers and others are working together to mitigate future impact to the trees, restore the grove's ecosystem, protect wildlife and create an exceptional experience for park visitors. The project will restore Giant Sequoia and associated wetland habitat and restore natural hydrology. NEW MARIPOSA GROVE INFORMATION CENTER • NPS by Al Golub
TABLE OF CONTENTS ROAD TRIPS Summary of Road Trips ����������������������1 Yosemite In A Day ����������������������������4-5 Sierra Vista Scenic Byway �������������14-15 Pet Friendly Road Trip ����������������������27 Winter Wonderland Road Trip ���������29 Fossils to Falls Road Trip �������������38-39 Majestic Mountain Loop ������������������41 ARTICLES Mariposa Grove Re-Opening ������������3 Photo Credits ������������������������������������40
INFORMATION About Us ������������������������������������ 2 • About the Cover
General Information ����������������� 2 • Weather • Driving • USFS • GPS • Visitors Center
RV Parks & Dump Stations ����6-7 Camping ���������������������������������6-7 • Campfire Permits • Pack It In, Pack-It-Out • Public Showers • Wilderness Permits
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Bass Lake In Any Season � 9 & 11 Tours & Transportation ������18-19 Calendar of Events ������������20-21 Family Things To Do ����������22-23 Brew, Wine & Spirits ��������������� 31 Thrifting & Gifting ������������������� 32 Museums & Historical Sites ������������������������� 33 Golfing ������������������������������������� 34 Hiking ��������������������������������������� 35
Visit us online at: VisitYosemite.com MAPS California �����������������������������2 Yosemite Valley Shuttle ������5 Bass Lake ���������������������������12 Sierra Vista Scenic Byway ���������������������14 Madera County & Southern Yosemite ������24-25 Yosemite Valley �����������������25 Museums & Historical Sites �������������������33
STAY WITH US Campgrounds • Bass Lake ���������������� 6 & 12 • Sierra National Forest ����� 6 • Yosemite National Park ��� 7 Lodging �����������������������44-47 Bed & Breakfast/Inn Hotel/Motel/Resort Vacation Rental
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LOCAL TIP: If you want to
share a hiking excursion with your dog - take the Wawona Meadow Loop Trail for a nice stroll around one of the park’s largest meadows.
If you are lucky enough to spend a few more days, here’s what we suggest...
DAY 2 (Highway 41) STOP 1
Mariposa Grove
Stand among some of the world’s oldest and largest trees in Mariposa Grove. Mariposa Grove, with its newly completed multi-year restoration, is home to several hundred mature Giant Sequoias and is the largest grove in Yosemite. STOP 2
Glacier Point • Steve Montalto
Yosemite in a Day
We highly recommend spending more time in the park, but … If you are limited to only one day, here is our list of must-see highlights
You’ll need to get an early to start to if you want to pack all these great sites into one day.
DAY 1 (Yosemite Valley) STOP 1
Glacier Point (Open Seasonally)
Make your way up to Glacier Point via Glacier Point Road. At 3,000 feet above the valley floor, this grand vista offers a bird’s-eye view of Yosemite Valley, many of the valley’s waterfalls and massive granite peaks of Yosemite’s high country. STOP 2
Tunnel View
View of Bridalveil Fall, Half Dome, Clouds Rest and El Capitan. View Bridalveil Fall from Tunnel View, then head towards Yosemite Valley. You will see a sign for Bridalveil Fall on your right. Enjoy an easy ¼ mile walk to the base of the waterfall (be prepared to get a little wet in the springtime). STOP 3
Yosemite Chapel
The Yosemite Chapel is the oldest building still in use in Yosemite Valley. Dating back to 1879, the chapel offers both a history lesson and a spectacular view of Yosemite Falls from its steps. It’s also a fantastic location to capture fall photos.
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Wawona
Located 5 minutes inside the south gate to Yosemite, step back in time in the historic town of Wawona. Explore the historical sites such as the Pioneer Yosemite History Center, the Big Trees Lodge and the Wawona Covered Bridge. STOP 3
DAY 3 (Highway 120 East) STOP 1
Tuolumne Grove
Park at the Grove Trailhead and take a short 1¼ mile hike along Old Big Oak Flat Road through a shaded forest to get to the grove. Here you can find around two dozen mature Giant Sequoias. Plan for 1½ to 2 hours to get to the grove and back to the parking lot. STOP 2
Olmstead Point
Enjoy amazing views that showcase how glaciers shaped this part of Yosemite as you look down Tenaya Canyon toward Yosemite Valley. Clouds Rest and a unique view of Half Dome are key features toward the south with Tenaya Lake viewed toward the north east.
Chilnualna Falls
Take a less-traveled hike to enjoy some of the lower cascades of Chilnualna Falls or plan for a day of hiking and complete the entire hike. (8.4 mile /13.5 kilometer round trip).
Sentinel Bridge
Continue on the road and follow the signs to turn left over Sentinel Bridge. You can park at Shuttle Stop 11. After taking in views of Yosemite Falls across Cooks Meadow, walk back to the middle of the bridge for the perfect selfie spot featuring a view of Half Dome over the Merced River. STOP 5
Yosemite Valley
Valley Loop Trail & Yosemite Falls Follow the signs for the Day Use parking area. If it is time for lunch, step into the deli for a tasty sandwich. We suggest taking it to-go and making the short walk to Lower Yosemite Falls. There, you can enjoy your lunch while you gaze at the magnificent 2,425 foot waterfall. From the lower fall, head out on the Valley Loop Trail and meander your way through the valley enjoying views of Half Dome, El Capitan and Yosemite Falls from different angles. In addition, enjoy lush meadows, wildflowers and a possible deer or coyote sighting. Looking for an easy way to get around the Valley, hop on the free Yosemite Valley Shuttle. (See Map) STOP 6
Half Dome Village
Work your way back to Half Dome Village to enjoy a tasty fresh-baked pizza on the Pizza Deck. If you’re in the mood for something a bit fancier, hop back on the Yosemite Valley Shuttle and head over to the The Majestic Yosemite Hotel for dinner. If you have a little extra time, stop in at the Ansel Adams Gallery, Indian Museum and the Valley Visitor Center before you depart. yosemitethisyear.com | ysvb@yosemitethisyear.com
Tenaya Lake
The views around this alpine lake are stunning and it’s a popular location to enjoy a picnic, do some kayaking, swimming or fishing or just lay back and enjoy the sunshine. STOP 4
Tuolumne Meadows
Just 6½ miles from Tenaya Lake is one of the largest high-elevation meadows in the Sierra Nevada. Stop by the Visitor Center, take a short hike to the Parson Memorial Lodge or just enjoy the views of the meadow, the Tuolumne River and the many unique geologic features of the area like Lembert Dome, and Unicorn & Cathedral Peaks.
BONUS STOP
Lembert Dome • Steve Montalto
STOP 4
STOP 3
Whoa Nellie Deli
Continue the scenic drive along Highway 120 eastward out through Tioga Pass and continue down to the town of Lee Vining. The drive down the slope of the eastern escarpment of the Sierra is breathtaking in its own right. Stop at the Tioga Gas Mart just before HWY 395 and enjoy some of the world famous fish tacos or lobster taquitos at the Whoa Nellie Deli. Yum!
Yosemite Valley Shuttle Map Map courtesy of Yosemite Hospitality.
RV Parks
SAVE A BEAR
Bass Lake Recreational Resort with Cabins (559) 642-3145 • Bass Lake basslake-rvresort.com High Sierra RV and Mobile Home Park (559) 683-7662 • Oakhurst • highsierrarv.com
Oakhurst Elks Lodge (559) 683-2717 • Oakhurst oakhurstelks.com Yosemite RV Resort (559) 683-7855 • Coarsegold yosemitervresort.com
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The Lakes RV & Golf Resort (866) 665-6980 • Chowchilla • thelakesrv.com
Campfire Permits
Bass Lake Recreational Resort
Bass Lake Campgrounds
SEE MAP ON PAGE 12
GROUP
CAMPGROUNDS
RV
TENT
UNITS
FEES*
WATER
RESERVE
SEASONAL
ELEV.
FORKS
31
$35
3500
LUPINE/CEDAR BLUFF
113
$35-$135
All year
3500
RECREATION POINT
7
$168-$252
All year
3500
SPRING COVE
63
$35
Seasonal
3500
WISHON POINT
31
$35-$68
Seasonal
3500
CRANE VALLEY
7
$57-$42
Seasonal
All year
3500
Sierra National Forest Campgrounds
Permits are required outside designated campgrounds in all areas of the Sierra National Forest. Free permits may be obtained from the Forest Service or the California Department of Forestry/Cal Fire or online at preventwildfireca.org/permits.
Reserve at recreation.gov • 1-877-444-6777
There are no RV hookups in any Sierra National Forest or Bass Lake campgrounds. Prices are approximate and subject to change without notice. CAMPGROUNDS
RV
TENT
GROUP
UNITS
FEES*
18
$26
12
$0
BIG SANDY
BOWLER
CHILKOOT
14
$26
CHINA BAR
6
$0
CLOVER MEADOW
7
$0
FISH CREEK
7
$26
FRESNO DOME
15
$26
GAGGS CAMP
12
$26
GRANITE CREEK
14
$0
GREYS MOUNTAIN
26
$26
KELTY MEADOW
11
$26
LITTLE JACKASS
5
$0
LOWER CHIQUITO
7
$26
MAMMOTH POOL
47
$26
NELDER GROVE
7
$0
PLACER
8
$26
ROCK CREEK
18
$26-$52
SODA SPRINGS
18
$26-$52
SOQUEL
11
$26
SUMMERDALE
30
$30
SWEETWATER
7
$26
TEXAS FLAT
4
$88-133 $0
UPPER CHIQUITO
20
WHISKERS
8
$26
WHISKY FALLS
14
$0
WATER
RESERVE
SEASONAL
LOCATION
ELEV.
SPECIAL
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Camping – Ansel Adams Wilderness • Kim Lawson
Camping Information
LOCAL TIP: Check out other Madera County lakes, recreation areas and campgrounds in the Sierra Nevada foothills: Eastman Lake, Hensley Lake & San Joaquin River Gorge.
Seasonal
Jackson Rd
5800
Seasonal
FS81
7000
Seasonal
FS7
4600
Seasonal
Mammoth Pool
3300
Seasonal
FS81
7000
Seasonal
FS81
4600
Seasonal
Rd 632
6400
Seasonal
Sand Creek
5700
Seasonal
Clover Meadow
7000
Seasonal
Rd 632
5400
Seasonal
Rd 632
5800
Seasonal
off FS81
4800
CAMPGROUNDS
RV
TENT
GROUP
PET
UNITS
FEES*
RESERVE
SEASONAL
LOCATION
ELEV.
Seasonal
Grizzly Rd
4900
BRIDALVEIL CREEK
110
$18-$50
Seasonal
Glacier Pt Rd
7200
Seasonal
FS81
3600
CAMP 4
35
$6/person
All year
Yos Valley
4000
Seasonal
Rd 632
5500
CRANE FLAT
166
$26
Seasonal
Crane Flat
6200
Seasonal
FS81
4100
HODGDON MEADOWS
105
$26-$50
All year
Crane Flat
6200
Seasonal
FS81
4300
LOWER PINES
60
$26
Seasonal
Yos Valley
4000
Seasonal
FS81
4300
NORTH PINES
81
$26
Seasonal
Yos Valley
4000
Seasonal
Rd 632
5400
PORCUPINE FLAT
52
$12
Seasonal
Tioga Road
8100
Seasonal
Hwy 41 Fish Cp
5000
TAMARACK FLAT
52
$12
Seasonal
Crane Flat
6300
Free for registered guests or $10 for dump station only, open year round. (559) 683-7855
Seasonal
FS81
3800
TUOLUMNE MEADOWS
304
$26-$50
Half
Seasonal
Tioga Road
8600
OAKHURST
Seasonal
Rd 632
5400
UPPER PINES
238
$26
Yos Valley
4000
Seasonal
FS7
6800
WAWONA
93
$26-$50
All year
Wawona
4000
Seasonal
Central Camp
5300
WHITE WOLF
74
$18
Seasonal
Tioga Road
8000
Seasonal
4581 to 7507
5800
YOSEMITE CREEK
75
$12
All year
Seasonal
Tioga Road
7700
Horses
Wilderness Permits
Public Showers
Hike/Boat In
These are required for overnight stays in wilderness areas: Ansel Adams Wilderness, Bass Lake Ranger District, Sierra National Forest and Yosemite. Contact the agencies listed below.
There are no showers at the campgrounds. For a fee, public showers are available at:
Horse Corral
Horse Camp
Horses
Be sure to check with Sierra National Forest for possible road and campground closures.
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Always use a bear cannister.
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North Fork/Bass Lake �������������������������������� (559) 877-2218 Oakhurst (April to October) ������������������������ (559) 658-7588 Yosemite Backcountry/Wilderness ����������� (209) 372-0740
Yosemite Campgrounds
••Jones Store (seasonal) at Beasore Meadows ••Miller’s Landing Resort (seasonal) at Bass Lake (559) 642-3633
Many campgrounds do not have garbage pickup, so please pack out all trash.
Dump Stations
There are no RV hookups in any Yosemite campground. Prices are approximate and subject to change without notice. yosemitethisyear.com | ysvb@yosemitethisyear.com
Pack It In Pack It Out
BASS LAKE
Forks Campground round, $10 fee, pay by credit/debit. (559) 642-3737 COARSEGOLD
Yosemite RV Resort
High Sierra RV & Mobile Home Park Free for registered guests or $10 for dump station only, open year round. (559) 683-7662
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Jazz on the Lake - Bass Lake • VYMC Staff
Bass Lake … is beautiful in every season
LOCAL TIP: Spring brings many beautiful and fragrant wildflowers along the roads around Bass Lake.
Wildflowers – Bass Lake Road • Janet Martinez
Bass Lake Summer • VYMC Staff
Bass Lake’s pristine waters and surrounding alpine mountain landscape is a perfect place to experience a wide range of activities throughout the year. Here are just a few...
SPRING: The Forks Resort & Miller’s Landing Resort
open at the end of March. Rent a cabin, enjoy a burger, grab a canoe or patio boat and cruise around the peaceful lake…this is a great time for birdwatching as well. Spend a leisurely afternoon shopping around the Pines Village. Enjoy a beverage at the Pines Bar and don’t miss the Bass Lake Farmer’s Market starting in May.
SUMMER: Stay at a vacation home for an unforgettable
week on the lake! Rent a ski boat, patio boat, Waverunners and enjoy water fun on the lake. Look for special events like the 4th of July fireworks show, South Shore Boat & Car Show, Jazz on the Lake concerts, Fire Shows at Bass Lake Boat Rentals, Movie Night on the Water at Miller’s Landing and much more! Relaxing on the Deck - Bass Lake • VYMC Staff yosemitethisyear.com | ysvb@yosemitethisyear.com
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SUNSET ON BASS LAKE • Darvin Atkeson
Bass Lake … is beautiful in every season (continued from page 9) FALL: Rent a suite at Ducey’s on the Lake and enjoy a romantic fall
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day at Bass Lake. Fishing, hiking & biking are the favorite fall activities around and on the lake. Have a romantic dinner at Ducey’s Restaurant and watch the sun set and the animals come out to play on the docks.
WINTER: Holidays at the lake are a special time where family
& friends can gather in a vacation rental, Pines Chalet or Miller's Cabins. Canoeing or hiking the many trails around the lake are wonderful ways to experience the serenity of the season at the lake (Bass Lake Boat Rentals is open year round). Snow at the Bass Lake is magnificent. Grab a hot toddy at Ducey's Bar & Grill and watch the snowfall around the lake. Get your snowshoes out for some amazing treks along some of the trails near the lake.
As you can see...
Property Management & Real Estate Sales
RENTALS 559-642-3600
SALES
559-642-3610
FAX
it’s always a great time to visit Bass Lake!
559-642-2771
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Bass Lake CALIFORNIA
1 2
Bass Lake Visitors Center & Ranger Station
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Visitors Center
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Kayaks on Bass Lake • VYMC Staff
Sierra National Forest
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PICNIC AREAS 1. The Falls 2. Recreation Point 3. Denver Church 4. Pine Slope 5. Willow Cove 6. Lakeside 7. Pine Point
THE PINES VILLAGE
VISITOR INFORMATION
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See Inset Below
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8. Rocky Point
CAMPGROUNDS 1. The Forks 2. Lupine-Cedar Bluff 3. Spring Cove 4. Wishon Point
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2
GROUP CAMPGROUNDS
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1. Recreation Point 2. Crane Valley Group Camp
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THE PINES VILLAGE
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6
5 7
3
4 2
1 10 11
12
1
Bass Lake Boat Rentals
5
Casa Velasco Mexican Restaurant
2
Bass Lake Realty
6
3
Bass Lake Surf Shop
Century 21 Ditton Realty & Sierra Home Rentals
4
California Land Management
7
Good Ol Daze and Bass Lake Corner Store
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Miller’s Landing Resort
9
The Forks Resort
10 Pines Village Bakery 11 The Pines Resort
• Market • Ducey’s • Bar
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The Pines Resort is a secluded mountain retreat located 17 miles south of Yosemite National Park’s south gate in the Sierra National Forest on beautiful Bass Lake. This serene destination is perfect for hosting weddings, romantic getaways, family trips, reunions, and as a jump off point for your Yosemite adventure. Ducey’s lakeside dining options provide great food in a one-of-a-kind setting.
• 84 Two-Story Chalets • 20 Luxury Suites • 7 Meeting/Event Spaces • 2 Restaurants, Pines Bar • Market + Gas Station • Outdoor Pool & Hot Tub • Boat Rental On-site • Pines Spa • Pines Village Shops
The Pines Resort & Conference Center Ducey’s on the Lake Restaurant 559-642-3121 54432 Road 432 Bass Lake, CA 93604 www.basslake.com
Sierra Vista Scenic Byway A 2-Day Road Trip The Sierra Vista Scenic Byway is a nearly 100-mile journey through the Sierra National Forest with breathtaking panoramas, unique rock formations and a charming general store (Jones Store), serving mouthwatering hamburgers and amazing pie. Starting at a little over 3,300 feet above sea level, the Byway makes its way past historic cabins, stands of Giant Sequoias, and iconic landmarks as it climbs to over 7,300 feet.
sierravistascenicbyway.com
Stay a night in beautiful Bass Lake as you prepare for a High Sierra road trip.
Fresno Dome • VYMC Staff
DAY 1
DAY 2
Enjoy an early breakfast at the lake, then head towards North Fork along Road 274.
Head out to Hwy 41 and take road 632 to Nelder Grove. Spend the day exploring trails through Nelder Grove of Giant Sequoias. Stop at the interactive center and learn about the biology of these massive lifeforms.
Dining options on Bass Lake include: Ducey’s, Pines Market, Casa Velasco (open year round), Miller’s Landing Resort and The Forks Resort, which are open seasonally.
After returning from the Byway, we suggest dinner in Oakhurst at South Gate Brewing Company. For something a little fancier, head toward Fish Camp and dine at The Narrow Gauge Inn (open seasonally).
Suggested Stops
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Mile High Curve / Mile High Vista
STOP 1
Drive up, park and enjoy the spectacular view looking out over rugged mountain peaks and Mammoth Pool Reservoir. Nelder Grove • VYMC Staff
STOP 2
Jackass Meadow
Come in late spring/early summer to see the meadow bursting with flowers!
See detailed map on page 13
STOP 4
STOP 3
Fresno Dome
Make the short hike to the top of Fresno Dome to enjoy panoramic views of the Sierra National Forest.
Jones Store
Get an early start in the AM and arrive before 4 p.m. to enjoy a homemade burger or tri-tip sandwich and a tasty slice of freshly baked apple pie. Scenic Byway - Jones Store • VYMC Staff
This is a lot to pack into one day! Make your way back to Bass Lake and relax for the evening. Lower Jackass Lake • Debbie Sebastian
Whiskey Falls • Steve Montalto
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LOCAL TIP: North Fork is the exact geographic center of California. Stop here and grab a sandwich and a beverage to go at Slim’s Koffee Shak. From Slim’s you’ll head out towards Minarets Road. The Scenic Byway begins with stunning views of Redinger Lake. Stop at Redinger Overlook to snap a picture. yosemitethisyear.com | ysvb@yosemitethisyear.com
Open Studio Tour - Oct. 5, 6 & 7 The Oakhurst area enjoys one of the highest number, per capita, of artists than just about anywhere else in California. From painters & print makers to sculptors, fiber artists, woodworkers and photographers, there are media and styles to satisfy anyone’s artistic interests. Many are well represented in the galleries in town, and the annual Sierra Art Trails Open Studio Tour is the region’s showcase event. If live performance art is your desire, from year-round live theater at the historic Golden Chain Theatre to many musical performances at area venues, we have you covered there as well.
Yosemite Renaissance Traveling Exhibit
Jewelry - Merylyn Whited
Raising Swallows - Print by Monique Wales
AN ANNUAL AFFAIR
Ceramic Art - Stephen Veach
Live Music at Queen’s Inn by the River
Oakhurst Rocks - Rock Painting
31 Days of
October is ARTober as Oakhurst hosts a series of events all month long. From fine art exhibits to live performances covering a wide range of art styles and media; from photography and painting to live theatre and music performances. There’s a wide variety of events to experience. The month-long celebration kicks off with the Sierra Art Trails Open Studio tour. Scroll through our events calendar to find a wide array of arts and art activities to enjoy. www.ARTober.net
“Chalk Out” Chalk Art Festival
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Tours Book a tour
and Tour Listings
Tours Airborrn Aviation Services Mariposa/Yosemite Airport Mariposa • (209) 966-2143 yosemiteaviation.com
Make your visit to Yosemite National Park both relaxing and unforgettable with a guided tour. Guides plan the day, pick you up, drop you off and transport you through the phenomenal grandeur of this national treasure. Or jump on a Yosemite Area Regional Transportation System (YARTS) bus (seasonal). Once in the valley take advantage of the free Yosemite Valley Shuttle (map on page 5), or try the Yosemite Valley Tram Tour.
Sierra Jeep Tours • Fish Camp (559) 479-5915 • sierrajeeptours.com Southern Yosemite Mountain Guides • Oakhurst (559) 642-2817 • symg.com YExplore Yosemite Adventures Yosemite • (209) 532-7014 yexplore.com Yosemite Family Adventures Yosemite • (209) 962-1177 yfaguides.com Yosemite Fly Fishing Guides Yosemite • (209) 985-1799 flyfishyosemite.com Yosemite Trails Saddle & Sleigh Company • Fish Camp (559) 683-7611 • yosemitetrails.com
DISCOVER YOSEMITE
Sierra Jeep Tours takes you in a private 4x4 Jeep Wrangler on old historic logging roads to alpine lakes, granite peaks and stunning vistas just minutes from Yosemite National Park.
SOUTHERN YOSEMITE MOUNTAIN GUIDES (SYMG) SYMG is a leader in the active travel and mountain guiding world, providing carefully planned and executed trips in the most spectacular wilderness areas of California.
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• El Capitan • Bridalveil Falls • Glacier Point • Half Dome From our aerial vantage point get a climber’s view of waterfalls and the valley’s granite walls.
Lasting Adventures, Inc. Groveland • (800) 513-8651 lastingadventures.org
Crossroads Tours offers a variety of tour opportunities, from daily group tours of Yosemite, custom wine tours along the Madera Wine Trail.
SIERRA JEEP TOURS
See landmarks like:
Discover Yosemite Oakhurst • (559) 642-4400 discoveryosemite.com AD ON PAGE 35
CROSSROADS TOURS
Youth summer camps, custom day hikes and backpacking trips, adventure based outdoor education, corporate adventure programs, and family adventure programs.
over the scenic Sierra Nevada Mountains and Historic Yosemite.
Crossroads Tours • Oakhurst (559) 658-8687 • yosemite1.com
Enjoy the experience of a lifetime as you fly over the scenic Sierra Nevada Mountains and historic Yosemite.
LASTING ADVENTURES, INC.
Enjoy a lifetime experience
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AIRBORRN AVIATION YOSEMITE TOURS
Discover Yosemite will do the planning, pay the fees, feed you and narrate as they transport you through the phenomenal grandeur of Yosemite National Park.
SEE THE SCENIC SIERRAS AND YOSEMITE FROM ABOVE!
Transportation Discover Yosemite • VYMC Staff
YEXPLORE YExplore Yosemite Adventures offers many tours; Yosemite Hikes, Photo Workshops, Nature Tours, Night Skies Workshops, Group Tours, Half Dome Hikes, Backpack Trips and more.
Hertz Rent-a-Car • Oakhurst (559) 692-2277 • hertz.com Rose's Starlight Taxi Coarsegold • (559) 641-6641 Yosemite Area Regional Transportation System Public Transit (YARTS) • (877) 989-2787 yarts.com AD ON PAGE 23
YOSEMITE FAMILY ADVENTURES Specializing in private custom tours or outings getting you into the beautiful and serene wilderness.
YOSEMITE FLY FISHING GUIDE
Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT) Fresno • (559) 621-4500 flyfresno.com AD ON PAGE 43
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YOSEMITE TRAILS SADDLE & SLEIGH COMPANY Experience Yosemite via horseback with daily trail rides (seasonal) or in the winter experience an authentic horse drawn sleigh ride.
RV ResoRts
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Yosemite • 50/30/20 Amp • Pull Throughs • Movie Theater • Clubhouse • Swimming Pool • T1 Wi-Fi • Cabin Rentals • Laundry Room • General Store • Picnic Tables • Propane • Dump Station • Pets Welcome
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Spend your time in Yosemite mastering the art of fly fishing with our professional fly fishing guides.
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• Pull-thru RV Sites • Full and Partial RV Hookups • Tent Sites • 50/30/20 Amp • Club House • Cable TV & Free Wi-Fi • Beach and Swimming Area • Fire Rings & Picnic Tables • Dump Station 40389 Highway 41 • Oakhurst, CA 93644 Email: camping@highsierrarv.com Website: highsierrarv.com
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Calendar of
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FEBRUARY
Wine & Chocolate Weekend (800) 613-0709 • Madera Wine Trail maderawinetrail.com MARCH
Annual Chowchilla Stampede & Cattle Drive (559) 665-5603 • Chowchilla chowchillachamber.org APRIL
Oakhurst Ragtime Festival (559) 683-7860 • Oakhurst facebook.com/oakhurstragtimefestival 11th Annual Woodcarvers Rendezvous (559) 658-2405 • Oakhurst woodtat@sti.net 33rd Annual Raymond Parade and Family Fun Day (559) 689-3341 • Raymond southyosemitemuseums.org
Dragonfly Festival (559) 665-7107 • Fossil Discovery Center, Chowchilla • maderamammoths.org Earth Day Oakhurst (559) 683-7977 • Oakhurst Feed oakhurstfeed.com Earth Day Yosemite (209) 372-0200 • Yosemite National Park nps.gov/yose Goddess in the Garden Coarsegold Historic Village facebook/1tribeglobal.com MAY
38th Annual Bass Lake Fishing Derby (559) 642-3676 • Bass Lake basslakechamber.com 66th Annual Coarsegold Rodeo (559) 676-7864 • Coarsegold thecoarsegoldrodeo.com Yosemite Half Marathon (559) 683-4636 • Bass Lake yosemitehalfmarathon.com Chowchilla-Madera County Fair (559) 665-3728 • Chowchilla chowchillafair.org 28th Annual Antique and Classic Wooden Boat Show (559) 733-8379 • Bass Lake acbs-tahoe.org Memorial Day Weekend Peddlers Fair (559) 683-3900 • Coarsegold coarsegoldhistoricvillage.com JUNE
Music in the Meadow (559) 642-4448 • Coarsegold coarsegoldhistoricalsociety.com Bass Lake Yosemite Triathlon (559) 683-4636 • Bass Lake basslaketri.com
Logger's Jamboree - North Fork • VYMC Staff
Weekly or Seasonal Events Bass Lake Farmers Market (559) 642-8163 • Bass Lake goodoldaze.com/market.htm mid-May thru mid-October Every Wednesday
Jazz on the Lake (559) 642-3121 • Bass Lake basslake.com
May-September - Selected Fridays
Moonlight Special Yosemite Mountain Sugar Pine Railroad (559) 683-7273 • Fish Camp yosemitesteamtrains.com
Sounds of Solstice (559) 426-5591 • Oakhurst soundsofsolstice.com JULY
Oakhurst Fall Festival (559) 683-7766 • Oakhurst oakhurstchamber.com
4th of July Celebrations (559) 683-4636 • yosemitethisyear.com Bass Lake • Chowchilla • Madera
Pro Rodeo (559) 706-5581 • Coarsegold thecoarsegoldrodeo.com
59th Annual Loggers Jamboree (559) 877-2410 • North Fork north-fork-chamber.com
16th Annual Kiwanis Run for the Gold Car Show (559) 683-4452 • Oakhurst oakhurstkiwanis.org
21st Annual Coarsegold Tarantula Festival (559) 683-3900 • Coarsegold coarsegoldhistoricvillage.com
Joaquin Murrieta Ride (559) 363-2534 • Madera glorialopez1762@comcast.net AUGUST
47th Annual Indian Fair Days & Pow Wow (559) 877-2115 • North Fork sierramonomuseum.org SEPTEMBER
Labor Day Weekend Peddlers Fair (559) 683-3900 • Coarsegold coarsegoldhistoricvillage.com My Tri Kids Triathlon (559) 642-3633 • Bass Lake mytribasslake.com Madera District Fair (559) 674-8511 • Madera Fairgrounds maderafair.com
Fire Show at Bass Lake Boat Rentals (559) 642-3200 • Bass Lake basslakeboatrentals.com
19th Annual Chowchilla Chamber Classic Car Show (559) 665-5603 • Chowchilla chowchillachamber.org Bass Lake Home Tour (559) 642-3600 • Bass Lake basslakehometour.com Smokey Bear Run/Walk 1K and 2 Mile Fun Run (559) 683-1770 • Bass Lake smokeybearrun.com Celebrate Agriculture with the Arts (559) 661-7005 • Madera maderaarts.org
8th Annual Madera Pomegranate Festival (559) 673-3563 • Madera pomegranatefestival.com Holiday Spirit Wine Trail Weekend (800) 613-0709 • Madera Wine Trail maderawinetrail.com Annual Bass Lake Tree Lighting Ceremony & Electric Parade (559) 642-3121 • Bass Lake basslake.com
Tarantula Festival - Coarsegold • VYMC Staff
DECEMBER
Christmas at Fresno Flats (559) 683-6570 • Oakhurst fresnoflatsmuseum.org
Downtown Madera Tractor Parade of Lights (559) 673-3563 • Madera maderachamber.com
Bass Lake Halloween Carnival (800) 350-7463 • basslake.com Chukchansi Pow Wow (559) 412-5590 • Coarsegold chukchansigold.com Oakhurst "Chalk Out" Chalk Art Festival (559) 683-4636 • Oakhurst artober.net
Monthly showings throughout summer
Sierra Art Trails Open Studio Tour (559) 658-8844 • Mountain Area sierraarttrails.org
Every Saturday all summer, 7:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m.
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ARTober in Oakhurst 31 Days of Art Events artober.net (see page 17)
June & July - Thursdays, 7:30 p.m.-9:00 p.m.
Madera Flea Market (559) 213-4554 • Madera Fairgrounds maderafleamarket.com
22nd Annual Mountain Heritage Days & Parade (559) 683-6570 • Oakhurst fresnoflatsmuseum.org
Find additional events, dates & information online at: yosemitethisyear.com/whats-happening
OCTOBER
Sizzlin’ Summer Nights Music in the Park concerts (559) 665-5603 • Chowchilla chowchillachamber.org
Golden Chain Theater - Live Theatre (559) 683-7112 • Oakhurst goldenchaintheatre.org • All Year
Oakhurst Fall Festival • VYMC Staff
Grizzly Century Ride North Fork • Sierra National Forest grizzlycentury.org
May thru October - Every Saturday June thru August - Every Wednesday & Saturday
Movie Night On The Water Miller's Landing Resort (559) 642-3633 • Bass Lakemillerslanding.com
All Year - Every Wednesday & Sunday
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South Shore Car & Boat Show (559) 642-3633 • Bass Lake millerslanding.com
Indian Fair Days & Pow Wow • Annie Starkey
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CHILDREN'S MUSEUM OF THE SIERRA Explore the ocean, study medicine, dig for artifacts, perform on stage, study wildlife, drive a fire truck, and create shadows in space or inspirations on paper. Children are invited to imagine, explore and create their dreams at the Children’s Museum of the Sierra. childrensmuseumofthesierra.com BRANCHES BOOKS & GIFTS Branches is more than just a book store. You’ll enjoy browsing through unique gifts for all ages from puzzles and Klutz Press Activity Books, to cookbooks, candles and “awesomeness” for everyone. What is awesomeness you might ask? Well, it's basically anything entertaining, silly, cool or just plain fabulous. branchesbooks.com
Yosemite Mountain Sugar Pine Railroad • VYMC Staff
Family Things To Do
You’ve explored the park, but what other activities will the kids love?
Madera County offers an array of activities for families with kids of all ages. Enjoy a few of our favorites highlighted here. YOSEMITE MOUNTAIN SUGAR PINE RAILROAD Hop aboard a historic steam train and take a ride into the past through the pines of the High Sierra to Lewis Creek. From 1899 to 1931 the Madera Sugar Pine Lumber Company operated miles of narrow-gauge railroad track, during which over one billion board feet of lumber were harvested from the surrounding forests. While there, see the very tools used by loggers more than 100 years ago, pan for gold and explore historic treasures of the railroad's
yosemitesteamtrains.com FOSSIL DISCOVERY CENTER Home to one of the largest middlePleistocene fossil excavations in North America with over 15,000 specimens found to date, the Fossil Discovery Center allows guests to get face-to-face with ancient and wild creatures of earth's past. As you enter, you’ll be greeted by a life-sized skeleton of a Columbian Mammoth. Larger than the more well-known Woolly Mammoth, these beasts could stand as high as 14 feet tall. maderamammoths.org
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Fossil Discovery Center • VYMC Staff
THE MET CINEMA - MOVIE THEATER After you’ve been running around exploring Yosemite and Madera County, depending on the season warm up or cool off while you relax for a few hours as your catch a current release at The Met Cinema in Oakhurst. movieheroes.com/ showtimes/site/met GOLDEN CHAIN THEATRE Love live entertainment? Sing along with musicals like “Annie”, “Fiddler on the Roof” and “The Music Man". Thrill to dramas like “The Great Gatsby” and “Arsenic & Old Lace”. Laugh at comedies from “The Odd Couple” to “Dearly Departed”, take a step back in time with historical melodramas. The Golden Chain Theatre, located at the north end of Oakhurst, has been providing quality live entertainment for the region for over fifty years. goldenchaintheatre.org
WE'VE GOT YOU COVERED WHEN VISITING YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK The Closest and Most Modern Lodging on Hwy 120 7633 Highway 120 @ Buck Meadows Groveland, CA 95321 Reservations: 1-800-253-9673
Book direct at www.yosemitewestgate.com
Ride to Yosemite Convenient • Comfortable • Economical PUBLIC TRANSIT TO YOSEMITE
Watch the scenery, not the road!
Minutes Away from Yosemite’s Southern Entrance on Hwy 41 40644 Highway 41 Oakhurst, CA 93644 Reservations: 1-888-265-7733
Yosemite Area Regional Transportation System www.YARTS.com • 877-989-2787
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WHITE WOLF TUOLUMNE MEADOWS
PORCUPINE FLAT YOSEMITE CREEK
TAMARACK FLAT
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CRANE FLAT Some sections closed in winter
BRIDALVEIL CREEK
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Re-Opening Spring 2018
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YOSEMITE
LOCALS TIP: Oakhurst Feed & Pet Supply is a great place to stock any pet supplies needed for your adventure.
Bicycle & Sport
• Books • Maps • T-Shirts • Yosemite Souvenirs On Highway • Camping Supplies 41, next to Reimer’s and El Cid’s.
559-676-7000 41969 Highway 41,Oakhurst, CA 93644 www.facebook.com/sierranevadatradingcompany MOUNTAIN BIKE SPECIALIST
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Sierra Vista Scenic Byway • Kim Lawson
3 Day Pet Friendly Road Trip
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DAY 1 Enjoy a day in Yosemite exploring with your four-legged friend. Hike the Wawona Meadow Loop or explore the many paved trails along the valley floor. Snap a selfie with your pup in front of Yosemite Falls, grab lunch at Degnan’s Deli and marvel at the beautiful scenes all along the way.
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Wawona Loop • Redwoods in Yosemite
Paddleboarding on Bass Lake • VYMC Staff
Dogs are not permitted off pavement or on other trails. For more details on pets in Yosemite visit: nps.gov/yose/planyourvisit/pets.htm
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Start by grabbing a tasty breakfast at Slim’s Koffee Shak. You can enjoy your meal alongside your pup at one of their outside tables.
Take your dog to the lake! Bass Lake is a very dog-friendly lake. Rent a boat, learn to balance with Fido on a paddleboard or go on a hike. Stop at Miller’s Landing for lunch and your pup will enjoy selecting from his very own menu.
Once you’ve had your fill, head towards the Lewis Creek Trailhead. Explore a beautiful forested trail along a bubbling brook offering views of several cascades. Spend your time exploring here for a bit. When you're tired, take a break and head to the Yosemite Mountain Sugar Pine Railroad for a 4-mile ride into the past on a historic steam train. Your pup will enjoy riding along in the open air. Be sure to plan ahead and check train departure times.
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In the evening head to Oakhurst for a glass of wine at Queen’s Inn Wine Bar or Yosemite Wine Tails. Check ahead as there is often live music at these locations. We have wonderful pet-friendly lodging and attractions. For more info visit our pet-friendly section online.
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Experience the Luxury of Quaint River View Lodging
Caring Veterans of America 501(C) (3) C3786326
Veterans Helping Veterans
LOCALS TIP: Plan ahead and join one of our quaint towns for a festive tree lighting ceremony.
WINE BAR & BEER GARDEN Open Every Evening
Relax in the modern luxury of your room or take a stroll on our landscaped pathway and enjoy the views leading to the river. Visit our wine bar for a taste of over eighty fine wines and a selection of imported beers. We focus on small-lot, single vineyard designated wines from select CA vineyards.
OPEN FOR WINETASTING DAILY : 11am-5pm
Z Inn: 559-683-4354 Winery: 559-760-9090 41139 HIGHWAY 41, OAKHURST
www.queensinn.com / www.idlehourwinery.com
We are a non-profit, faith-based Christian ministry with a heart and desire to serve encourage, provide charitable assistance, and guide fellow veterans.
Caring Veterans of America P.O. Box 202, Oakhurst, CA 93644
(559) 760-5056
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Winter Lace over the Merced River • Janet Martinez
Winter Wonderland Road Trip 2 Days of Snow in Yosemite and Madera County
Ice Skating Rink • Tenaya Lodge
DAY 1
Play for fun when you stay... Something for everyone! Fun for the night.. Fun for Life... at CHUKCHANSI!
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Spend a day at Yosemite Ski and Snowboard Area speeding down snow-covered mountain slopes, tubing or cross country skiing out to beautiful vistas in Yosemite. If you’re new to winter sports, try a class. Perhaps sledding is more your style? Head over to the Yosemite Snow Play area near Fish Camp
Ski & Snowboard Area • Yosemite Hospitality
PINES RESORT - BASS LAKE (BELOW) • MARK CHOE
for a day of fun, laughs and play. In the evening retire in beautiful snow-dusted Bass Lake. Snuggle up with a steamy beverage next to a crackling fire in your own lakeside suite or chalet at The Pines Resort, Miller's Landing Resort or one of the many vacation home rentals around the lake.
FUN IN THE SNOW • Sierra Jeep Tours
DAY 2 Embark on an adventure into the Sierra National Forest with Sierra Jeep Tours and gaze upon sites very few have the opportunity or means to enjoy in the winter months. Travel through pristine forests and meadows glistening with snow to expansive vistas overlooking the Sierra Nevada. In the evening stop at Tenaya Lodge for a few rounds on the ice skating rink and a cup of steaming hot cocoa next to a toasty fire.
Brew, Wine, Spirits Did you know…
Madera Wine Trail Events Sample current & newly released vintages while indulging in delicious food, local art and live music. Wine lovers may purchase tickets online at MaderaWineTrail.com. Tickets are not available at the wineries.
Discover Madera’s Wine Heritage 800.613.0709
FEBRUARY 2018
MAY 2018
2018 Wine & Chocolate Weekend
2018 Spring Wine Trail Adventure
Saturday, Feb. 10 – Sunday, Feb. 11
Saturday, May 12 – Sunday, May 13
10 a.m.- 5 p.m.
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SEPTEMBER 2018
NOVEMBER 2018
2018 California Wine Month Celebration
2018 Holiday Spirit Weekend
Friday, September 21
Saturday, Nov. 10 – Sunday, Nov. 11
6 p.m. – 9 p.m.
10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Madera County is home to one of the oldest wine growing regions in America. Taste generations of perfection as you make your way along the Madera Wine Trail. Enjoy the benefits of a region rich in history, knowledgeable hosts and tasting rooms still small enough that you can visit with the winemakers themselves. Traveling with your four-legged companion? Visit Yosemite Wine Trails or Queen's Inn Wine Bar & Beer Garden both dog friendly boutique tasting rooms that you and your pup will love. Plan ahead and catch a little live music. Are you a craft beer aficionado? Then you must make a stop at South Gate Brewing Company to
Madera Wine Trail - Idle Hour Winery • Steve Montalto
sample some of their delicious beers, which are handcrafted in small batches on-site. You’ll enjoy a laid-back mountain atmosphere and receive nothing but the best from the tap and the kitchen. Looking for a different flavor? How
about stepping into Oakhurst Spirits and Art Gallery. Enjoy a guided tour of the distillery and taste from a selection of craft spirits. Their adjacent Art Gallery showcases fine art created by Ally Benbrook as well as local and internationally-known artists.
WINE TASTING
*Participating Wineries are subject to change between events.
www.MaderaWineTrail.com
Enjoy Our Tasting Rooms All Year Long
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Madera County's local gift & thrift shops feature exciting and varied options.
Gifting & Thrifting Explore an array of gift shops each with its own unique personality. Discover locally handcrafted items you will find nowhere else and take home a keepsake that will be a unique and welcome reminder of the great time you and your family have had here. From fine art pieces to fun souvenirs, you can find it here.
Wonderful Treasures Thrift & Antiques • Carrie Jenkins
Want something potentially more adventurous?
LOCAL TIP: Ask for your “Passport to History” when visiting the local museums for a chance to win prizes.
Coarsegold Historic Museum • Nancy Robbins
Museums & Historical Sites
Thrift stores are a great way to find an inexpensive gift or souvenir, and the exploration itself can be worth it all! Browse through shelves loaded with treasures at one of many local thrift stores. There's nothing better than a great find such as a cool jacket, a wonderful book, a vintage vase or a throwback record. You'll have fun browsing through trinkets you have never seen before.
You’ll find a region rich with history!
Definitely check out the thrift-shopping road trip itinerary at:
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We invite you to take an educational and fun filled journey into the past. Discover the many historical treasures of our region. Ride a historic steam train into the Sierra National Forest at the Yosemite Mountain Sugar Pine Railroad, come face to face with ancient creatures of earth's past at the Fossil Discovery Center, and learn about the Native American Tribes that lived in Yosemite and the surrounding regions. Walk through an indigenous camp at the Sierra Mono Museum, or learn about the loggers who felled giant trees in the mountains and fed them via flume to Madera at the Madera Courthouse Museum. yosemitethisyear.com/history
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Comfort INN Yosemite Area
LOCATED LESS THAN 15 MINUTES TO:
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“Your Home away from home... at Yosemite’s doorstep”
Chukchansi Indian Casino
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National Scenic Byway Closest town to Yosemite’s
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Golf Courses
Hiking - Bass Lake/Oakhurst/Yosemite
Pheasant Run Golf Club (559) 665-3411 • Chowchilla pheasantrungolfclub.com
Home to southern Yosemite and the Sierra National Forest, Madera County offers a wide array of hiking options. Explore hiking trails from easy familyfriendly walks such as Nelder Grove’s Shadow of the Giants or a walk along the creeks on Lewis Creek Trail or Willow Creek Trail, or challenge yourself with a strenuous hike to the top of Chilnualna Falls inside Yosemite National Park.
Madera Municipal Golf Course (559) 675-3504 • Madera maderamuni.com River Creek Golf Course (559) 683-5600 • Ahwahnee rivercreekgolfcourse.com Big Trees Golf Course (209) 375-6572 • Wawona travelyosemite.com
Ales and Trails • Southern Yosemite Mountain Guides
North Fork Resort & Casino
Coming Soon: Madera County’s Biggest and Best Entertainment & Hospitality Venue
Local Benefits: ❖ Jobs ❖ Public Funding ❖ Community Grants ❖ Tourism/Hospitality Options ❖ Business/Vendor Opportunities
World-Class Amenities*: ❖ Las Vegas-Style Gaming ❖ Fine Dining and Food Court ❖ Hotel and Spa ❖ Retail Shops ❖ Convention/Celebration Space
ank You Madera County for your Continued Support!
More info: www.NorthForkRancheria.com
© 2018 North Fork Rancheria *(some services to be phased in over time) River Creek Golf Course
Lewis Creek - Oakhurst
Willow Creek - Bass Lake
Featuring two waterfalls, the Lewis Creek Trail winds along forested paths and next to the creek in the Sierra National Forest. Its convenient location between the town of Oakhurst and just a handful of miles south of the southern entrance to Yosemite National Park, makes for a great hike to explore before you head into Yosemite.
At a little under 3 miles (5km), this trail will take you along the creek that feeds Bass Lake and past several stunning cascades and swirling water holes. You’ll enjoy a forested trail that opens up to scenic views of the stream and other natural scenes as you hike. Note: Be sure to watch your footing as rocks can be extremely slippery. Stay on the trail.
Chilnualna Falls - Wawona, Yosemite The Chilnualna Falls Trail features a series of beautiful cascades and pools and you won't see as many people as on the famous Mist Trail. Make it a full day and hike the entire 4 miles (1.6 km) one way to Chilnualna Falls, or enjoy a short trek to some of the stunning cascades towards the beginning of the trail and spend the rest of your day exploring more of Wawona.
Chilnualna Falls • VYMC Staff
Located within walking distance to a multitude of restaurants and stores. Our rooms consist of either two queen beds or one king size bed. Our hotel features 42 newly remodeled and expansive rooms.
located in Oakhurst on Highway 41 only 14 miles from the South Gate entrance of Yosemite National Park • Free Continental Breakfast • Free High Speed Wireless Internet Access • In-Room Coffee/Mini Fridge/Microwave • Free Cable TV/HBO • Flat Screen TV In-Room • Seasonal/Outdoor Swimming Pool
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YOUR
YOSEMITE
EXPERIENCE ELEVATED.
WINNER
There’s no other destination like Yosemite. Where world-famous natural wonders await in all their granite glory. Where the iconic Half Dome and towering El Capitan are yours to explore. And there’s no other resort like Tenaya Lodge at Yosemite. Where you rest, play and rediscover life’s finest pleasures from the comforts of 302 newly renovated guestrooms, casual and fine dining options and the world-class Ascent Spa. Discover specials and packages when you visit TenayaLodge.com or call 888-514-2167.
Local Dining yosemitethisyear.com/where-to-eat AHWAHNEE
River Creek Sports Bar & Grill rivercreekgolfcourse.com (559) 683-5600 BASS LAKE
Casa Velasco Mexican Restaurant facebook.com/CasaVelasco (559) 683-2272
The Forks Restaurant (seasonal) theforksresort.com • (559) 642-3737
Jones Store at Beasore Meadows (seasonal) sierravistascenicbyway.com (805) 459-0190
Marina Burger basslakeboatrentals.com (559) 642-3200 1122 Highway 41, Fish Camp, CA ©2018 DNC Parks & Resorts at Tenaya Lodge, LLC.
Miller's Landing - Ice Cream Fountain & Grill (seasonal)
Branding Iron Steakhouse • Sierra Sky Ranch
FISH CAMP
OAKHURST
Narrow Gauge Inn Restaurant (seasonal)
Barnett Meats & Deli
The Pines Resort • Ducey's Bar & Grill • Ducey's on the Lake
narrowgaugeinn.com (559) 683-7720
Branding Iron Steakhouse & Saloon at Sierra Sky Ranch (seasonal)
millerslanding.com • (559) 642-3633
basslake.com • (559) 642-3131 COARSEGOLD
Chukchansi Gold Resort & Casino: • Bakery • California Market Buffet • Goldfield's Cafe • Noodle Bar • Vintage Steakhouse
chukchansigold.com • (866) 794-6946
Tenaya Lodge • Embers • Jackalope's Bar & Grill • Harvest & Grounds Deli • Sierra Restaurant • Timberloft Pizzeria
tenayalodge.com • (559) 683-6555
Yosemite Mountain Sugar Pine Railroad Station Sandwich Shop ymsprr.com • (559) 683-7273 HILMAR
Hilmar Cheese Company Cafe hilmarcheese.com • (209) 656-1196 (800) 577-5772 MADERA
Valley Pistachio County Store valleypistachio.com • (800) 694-0030
The Vineyard Restaurant & Bar vineyardrestaurant.com (559) 674-0923
barnettmeats.com • (559) 683-5057
sierraskyranch.com • (559) 683-8040
Crab Cakes Restaurant crabcakesrestaurant.com • (559) 641-7667
Di Cicco's Italian Restaurant diciccos.com/ca/oakhurst/41 (559) 641-5588
Erna's Elderberry House chateausureau.com • (559) 683-6800
Reimer's Candies, Gifts & Ice Cream reimerscandies.com • (559) 642-3232
Slim’s Koffee Shak & Eatery slimskoffeeshak.com • (559) 683-5311
Smokehouse 41 smokehouse41.com (559) 642-2271
South Gate Brewing Company southgatebrewco.com • (559) 692-2739
Yosemite Gateway Inn Restaurant & Lounge yosemitegatewayinn.com • (559) 641-2477 YOSEMITE
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Buckhorn Restaurant & Saloon
Yosemite Dining, Yosemite Hospitality
buckhornsaloon.net • (559) 877-8700
travelyosemite.com • (888) 413-8869
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DAY 2 Book a tour into Yosemite and see North America’s tallest waterfall! You’ve made the drive. Now relax and let an expert do the work. Experience Yosemite with a professional guide. All you’ll need to do is enjoy and snap photos along the way. Find the perfect tour for your travel style from privately designed, packaged group tours or get out on a hiking tour. There are numerous tour companies in the Sierra Nevada that offer rock climbing, fishing, camping, hiking, nature tours, photo workshops and more throughout. See page 18 to learn more about tours. YosemiteThisYear.com/Tours-Transportation Head back to Oakhurst for the evening. Grab dinner in town or buy a ticket for an evening of theatrical entertainment. The Golden Chain Theatre in Oakhurst is a 19th Century historic theatre. GoldenChainTheatre.org Crossroads Tours • Steve Montalto
DAY 3
Yosemite Falls in Spring • Steve Montalto
Fossils to Falls Road Trip
Pack some snacks for the day and enjoy a relaxing morning and grab a tasty breakfast at one of the great restaurants in Bass Lake. Enjoy a morning hike up Willow Creek then head to the Yosemite Mountain Sugar Pine Railroad and hop aboard a historic steam train for an exciting fourmile scenic excursion through the Sierra National Forest. While you’re there, explore the Thornberry Museum and enjoy lunch at the sandwich shop before making your way into Yosemite. YosemiteSteamTrains.com Head into Yosemite National Park to catch two amazing vistas. First drive to Glacier Point and enjoy a breathtaking scene of Yosemite Valley featuring Half Dome, Yosemite Falls and more. After you’ve taken it all in, head back down the road for the Taft Point/Sentinel Dome parking lot. Park and make the short 1.1 mile trek out to Taft Point. Enjoy yet another stunning view of Yosemite Valley, this time featuring the wild Merced River, El Capitan and many other fantastic peaks. If you’re up for it, this is the perfect sunset location.
DAY 1 Start in Chowchilla at the Fossil Discovery Center. Go back in time 700,000 years ago to the discovery site of more than 15,000 fossils. See Mammoths, Saber-Toothed Cats, Camels, Giant Sloths, Miniature Antelopes, Horses and more. These fossils are scientific treasures that help us understand the natural history of the Central Valley. MaderaMammoths.org
Golden Chain Theater • Steve Montalto
Bring a blanket, pull out the snacks and make yourselves at home as Yosemite delivers a sunset you’re sure to remember. By now your stomachs are probably growling! Head to Big Trees Lodge for a delicious meal before making your way back to Bass Lake for the night. TravelYosemite.com
Head toward the foothills and stop by Valley Pistachio Country Store and shop for some tasty goodies to snack on over the next few days. ValleyPistachio.com Enjoy lunch in Oakhurst at South Gate Brewing Company. A family-friendly restaurant that features farm-to-fork fare. SouthGateBrewCo.com Stay in Bass Lake for the evening. Enjoy lakeside activities or get out on the lake.
Fossil Discovery Center - Chowchilla • VYMC Staff
You can water ski, ride a jet ski, swim, fish, rent a boat, or just relax on the shore. Stay at one of the three full service Resorts (The Pines Resort, The Forks Resort, Miller’s Landing Resort) on the lake or rent a private cabin on or near the lake. For dinner, dine on everything from hamburgers at The Forks Resort and Miller’s Landing Resort to fine dining at Ducey’s on the Lake. BassLakeChamber.com
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Conveniently located off of Hwy 99, at the corner of Golden State Boulevard and Avenue 18½
2018 PHOTOGRAPHERS: Annie Starkey
Annie Starkey Photography anniestarkey.com
Located next to the Pilot Truck Stop off exit #159
Darvin Atkeson
yosemitelandscapes.com
Carrie Jenkins
Carrie Jenkins Photography photosbycarriej.com
Debbie Sebastian Janet Martinez
Janet Martinez Photography janetmartinezphotography@zenfolio.com
Johnny Stafford
Johnny Stafford Photography johnnystaffordphotography.com
Jonathan W. Bock
Stellar Gallery • stellargallery.com
Kim Lawson
Yosemite Falls and Swinging Bridge • VYMC
Lawson Studios • lawsonstudios.com
Michael J Costa
Michael J Costa Photography michaeljcosta.com
Nancy Robbins
Nancy Robbins Photography robbinsphotography.com
Steve Montalto
Only 5 miles from Fossil Discovery Center of Madera County and nearby several local attractions such as Quady Winery
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Visit three of California’s most stunning National Parks in as little as 3 days!
ADDITIONAL PHOTOS PROVIDED COURTESY OF:
• Bass Lake
Recreational Resort • DN Parks & Resorts • Golden Chain Theatre • Mark Choe The Pines Resort • NPS by Al Golub • Redwoods in Yosemite • River Creek Golf Course • Sierra Jeep Tours • Sierra Sky Ranch
• South Gate Bewing Company & Restaurant
• Southern Yosemite Mountain Guides
• Tenaya Lodge • Yosemite Fly
DAY 1
Fishing Guides • Yosemite Hospitality • Yosemite Mountain Sugar Pine Railroad
Wake up in Visalia (Highway 99 & Highway 198), start the morning with a scenic drive to Sequoia National Park. See the Giant Forest Museum, Moro Rock, Tunnel Log, and the largest tree in the world… the General Sherman Tree. Stay the night at Wuksachi Lodge in Sequoia National Park or one of the quaint lodges in Kings Canyon National Park.
DAY 2 Explore Kings Canyon National Park. See the General Grant Tree, Boyden Cavern, Roaring River Falls, Zumwalt Meadow and The Roads End. Bear in Sequioa • DN Parks & Resorts That night stay in one of the Oakhurst-area lodging options off Highway 41 near the south gate to Yosemite (take Highway 180 from Kings Canyon to Fresno then Highway 41 to Oakhurst).
DAY 3 Get an early start and drive in or take a guided tour and spend the day in Yosemite National Park. See the Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias, Wawona Pioneer Yosemite History Center, Glacier Point, Tunnel View and Yosemite Valley. Come back to Oakhurst for a night stay or continue on your journey through one of Yosemite’s four gateways.
Half Dome with Broken Tree • Jonathan W. Bock
Writers & Staff Photographers: Steve Montalto, Kim Lawson Creative Consultant: Rhonda Salisbury Sierra Star® the McClatchy Company® SierraStar.com Design & Layout: Lisa Baker lbaker@sierrastar.com ©2018 All rights reserved.
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Lodging
Average Rate $ under $100 $$ 100 to $200 $$$ over $200
Pet Friendly Restaurant Onsite
The Forks Resort
• 39150 Road 222, Bass Lake • (559) 642-3737 • theforksresort.com $$-$$$ 13 units Ad on page 10
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The Greene’s Cabin
• Bass Lake • (714) 883-3778 • (949) 533-7768 • imagedynam.com/cabin/cabin.html $$$ 1 unit
Swimming Pool Breakfast Included
Greenwood Lake House • Oakhurst • (559) 997-0701 • vrbo.com/140333 $$ 1 unit
Bed & Breakfast/Inn Hotel/Motel/Resort Vacation Rental
Idyllic Mountain Retreat
• Bass Lake-Wishon • (818) 399-0984 • vrbo.com/3787182ha $$-$$$ 2 units
Bed & Breakfast Association
Yosemite Sierra Bed & Breakfast Association yosemitebnblodging.com • (559) 642-6105 • Multiple Locations
AHWAHNEE Apple Blossom Inn Bed & Breakfast • 44606 Silver Spur Tr, Ahwahnee • (888) 687-4281 • (559) 642-2001 • appleblossombb.com $$ 4 units
Homestead Cottages
• 41110 Road 600, Ahwahnee • (559) 683-0495 • homesteadcottages.com $$-$$$ 6 units
Inn the Woods Suites
• 44621 Silver Spur Tr, Ahwahnee • (559) 692-0192 • innthewoodssuites.com $$-$$$ 3 units
Nature’s Inn Bed & Breakfast • 44625 Silver Spur Tr, Ahwahnee • (866) 789-0123 • (559) 641-2444 • naturesinnbnb.com $$ 5 units
River Cabin
• 41211 Road 600, Ahwahnee • (559) 260-3690 • airbnb.com/rooms/3006714 $$ 1 unit
Sierra Home Rentals
• 40307 Highway 41, Oakhurst • (559) 683-RENT(7368) • sierrahomerentals.com $$-$$$ multiple units Ad on page 16
Marc’s Bass Lake Vacation Rentals Cedar View Cottage • VYMC Staff
Sierra Meadows
• 46577 Opah Dr, Ahwahnee • (559) 580-8085 • sierrameadows.com $-$$$ 24 units
Sierra Mountain Lodge
• 45046 Fort Nip Tr, Ahwahnee • (559) 683-7673 • sierramountainlodge.com $$ 7 units
Warm & Wonderful Equestrian Estate • 41255 Riverbend Ln, Ahwahnee • (310) 874-2552 • warmandwonderful.net $$$ 1 unit
Yosemite at Your Fingertips • Ahwahnee • (559) 580-5284 • airbnb.com/rooms/18125713 $$ 1 unit
BASS LAKE Bass Lake Cabin Near Yosemite • 40268 Road 222, Bass Lake • (408) 482-2667 • vrbo.com/248275 $$ 1 unit
Bass Lake Cabin Rentals (Bass Lake Vacation Rentals) • P.O. Box 2325, Oakhurst • (559) 642-2211 • basslakereservations.com $$ 3 units
Bass Lake Cozy Cottage
• Bass Lake • airbnb.com/rooms/16898003 $$ 1 unit
Bass Lake Home Rentals
• P.O. Box 955, North Fork • (559) 877-4061 • basslakehomerentals.com $$-$$$ 45 units
Bass Lake Realty Vacation Rentals
• P.O. Box 349, Bass Lake • (559) 642-3600 • basslakerealty.com $$-$$$ 72 units Ad on page 10
Bass Lake Retreat
• Bass Lake • (559) 658-5005 • F (559) 658-5777 • evolvevacationrental.com/359303 $$$ 1 unit
VACATION RENTALS CABINS YURTS RV & TENT SITES Upscale Amenities Wifi Cable Pool Playground Clubhouse
• 54299 North Shore Rd (Rd 432) , Bass Lake • (559) 642-2288 • basslakevacations.com $$-$$$ 77 units
Make Your Reservation Today!
Biel Family Cabin
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Bass Lake Vacation Rentals
559.683.7855
• Bass Lake • (310) 941-2259 • homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p605920vb $$$ 1 unit
• P.O. Box 403, Bass Lake • (559) 658-5611 • marcsbasslakevacationrentals.com $$-$$$ 6 units
Miller’s Landing Resort
• 37976 Road 222, Bass Lake • (559) 642-3633 • millerslanding.com $$$ 12 units Ad on page 08
Mount’s Bass Lake Log Cabin • Bass Lake • (805) 434-1811 • basslakelogcabin.com $$$ 1 unit
The Pines Resort
Chukchansi Gold Resort & Casino
• 711 Lucky Ln, Coarsegold • (866) 794-6946 • chukchansigold.com $$ 402 units Ad on page 28
Coarsegold Creek Cottage • Coarsegold • (559) 786-2220 • vrbo.com/1185902 $$ 1 unit
Creek Hideaway
• Coarsegold • (559) 977-4140 • airbnb.com/rooms/17532575 $$ 1 unit
Gateway to Yosemite's Charming Home
• Coarsegold • (559) 260-8733 • airbnb.com/rooms/13927453 $$ 1 unit
Gold Creek Cabin
• Coarsegold • (559) 706-5489 • airbnb.com/rooms/20874994 $-$$ 1 unit
Mountain Haven near Yosemite • Coarsegold • (559) 658-5005 • F(559) 658-5777 • evolvevacationrental.com/339915 $$-$$$ 1 unit
Mountain Trail Lodge Vacation Rentals
• 54432 Road 432, Bass Lake • (800) 350-7463 • basslake.com $$-$$$ 106 units Ad on page 13
• 42150 Highway 41, Oakhurst • (559) 479-5698 • yosemitemountaintraillodge.com
Shoreline Retreat
Ravensbrook Bed & Breakfast
• Bass Lake • (559) 676-6581 • airbnb.com/rooms/14951608 $$$ 1 unit
Sierra Home Rentals
• 40307 Highway 41, Oakhurst • (559) 683-RENT(7368) • sierrahomerentals.com $$-$$$ multiple units Ad on page 16
The Tulip House
• Bass Lake • (561) 445-5698 • airbnb.com/rooms/15218353 $$ 1 unit
Yosemite Bass Lake Lakefront • Bass Lake • (559) 641-8282 • airbnb.com/rooms/10207137 $$$ 1 unit
Yosemite's Scenic Wonders Vacation Rentals Yosemite's South Gate Entrance-
• 37621 Ravensbrook Way, Coarsegold • (559) 683-4792 • ravensbrook-yosemite.com $$ 2 units
Sierra Home Rentals
• 40307 Highway 41, Oakhurst • (559) 683-RENT(7368) • sierrahomerentals.com $$-$$$ multiple units Ad on page 16
Thunder Ridge Ranch
FISH CAMP Bette’s Yosemite Bed & Breakfast
• 1248 Highway 41, Fish Camp • (559) 683-2584 • bettesyosemitebnb.com $$ 2 units
Big Creek Inn Bed & Breakfast • 1221 Highway 41, Fish Camp • (559) 641-2828 • yosemiteinn.com $$-$$$ 3 units
Logger’s Retreat
• Near 48518 Highway 41, Fish Camp • (626) 798-1094 • loggersretreat.com $$$ 1 unit
Narrow Gauge Inn
• 48571 Highway 41, Fish Camp • (888) 644-9050 • (559) 683-7720 narrowgaugeinn.com $$-$$$ 26 units Ad on page 26
Sierra Home Rentals
• 40307 Highway 41, Oakhurst • (559) 683-RENT(7368) • sierrahomerentals.com $$-$$$ multiple units Ad on page 16
Tenaya Lodge at Yosemite
• 1122 Highway 41, Fish Camp • (888) 322-5495 • tenayalodge.com $$-$$$ 302 units Ad on page 36
The Trestlewood Chalet
• 48518 Highway 41, Fish Camp • (626) 798-1094 • yosemitetreslewood.com $$$ 1 unit
MADERA Americas Best Value Inn & Suites
• 22683 Avenue 18 ½, Madera • (559) 675-8697 • americasbestvalueinn.com $ 40 units Ad on page 40
Casa Grande Motel
• 12390 Golden State Blvd, Madera • (559) 674-6703 $ 37 units
Farmhouse Bed & Breakfast
• Coarsegold • vrbo.com/658045 $$$ 1 unit
• 7570 Road 29 ½, Madera • (559) 664-8046 • airbnb.com/rooms/11648151 $ 1 unit
Yosemite Foothills Vacation Home
Hampton Inn & Suites Hotel
• Coarsegold • airbnb.com/rooms/19227307 $$ 1 unit
• 3254 Airport Dr, Madera • (559) 661-0910 • maderasuites.hamptoninn.com $$ 76 units
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Oakhurst/Bass Lake Areas • Main Office 7403 Yosemite Park Way, Yosemite • (800) 496-7364 • scenicwonders.com $$ 110 units
CHOWCHILLA Days Inn-Gateway to Yosemite
• 220 E Robertson Blvd, Chowchilla • (559) 665-4821 • daysinn.com/chowchilla $ 30 units
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Yosemite Park Area • 309 Prosperity Blvd, Chowchilla • (559) 665-3300 • hiyosemitepark.com $ 63 units
COARSEGOLD Black Hawk Lodge
• 27694 Highway 41, Coarsegold • (559) 868-3596 • black-hawk-lodge.com $ 12 units Natures Inn Bed & Breakfast • VYMC Staff
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South Fork Motel
Holiday Inn Express
Casa Colibri
• Oakhurst • (559) 642-2069 • airbnb.com/rooms/16870291 $$ 2 units
• 2290 Market Place Dr, Madera • (559) 661-7400 • hiexpress.com/hotels/us/en/ madera/maeca/hoteldetail $$ 62 units
• 57714 Road 225, North Fork • (559) 877-2237 • (559) 676-7766 $ 4 units
Springhill Suites Madera
• 34512 Road 274, North Fork • (559) 877-3776 • wisdomretreats.us $$ 1 unit
• 42315 Highway 41, Oakhurst • (661) 805-1354 • homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p296923 1 unit
Yosemite/Bass Lake Romantic Mountain Retreat
Cedar View Cottage
• 1219 E Almond Av, Madera • (559) 664-9800 • marriott.com/hotels/travel/fatmdspringhillsuites-madera $$ 88 units
Super 8-Madera
Casa Rio Vacation Rental Home
Wisdom Retreat House
• North Fork • (805) 304-5124 • homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p330132 $$ 1 unit Ad on page 47
• 1855 W Cleveland Av, Madera • (559) 661-1131 • super8.com $ 80 units
OAKHURST
NORTH FORK
A Bed of Roses
Cascadel Cabin
• 43547 Whispering Pines Dr, Oakhurst • (559) 692-2100 • abedofrosesyosemite.com $$-$$$ 4 units
• North Fork • (559) 760-2985 • airbnb.com/rooms/19295714 $$-$$$ 1 unit
A Haven of Rest Bed & Breakfast
Cascadel House
• 39681 Pine Ridge Rd, Oakhurst • (559) 642-2617 • havenofrestbnb.com $$$ 2 units
• 59731 Cascadel Dr, North Fork • (559) 977-0147 • vrbo.com/179989 $$$ 1 unit
Americas Best Value Inn Yosemite
Jackass Hostel
• 48800 Royal Oaks Dr, Oakhurst • (800) 658-2888 • abviyosemite.com $$ 70 units Ad on page 32
• 32827 Road 222, North Fork • (559) 877-4180 • jackasshostel.com $ 12 beds
Best Western PLUS Yosemite Gateway Inn
Lyn Mar Pond Guest Ranch
• 40530 Highway 41, Oakhurst • (800) 545-5462 • (559) 683-2378 • yosemitegatewayinn.com $$ 133 units Ad on page 48
• 60072 Mammoth Pool Rd, North Fork • (559) 877-7260 • lynmarpondranch.com $$ 3 units
Sierra Home Rentals
• 40307 Highway 41, Oakhurst • (559) 683-RENT(7368) • sierrahomerentals.com $$-$$$ multiple units Ad on page 16
Big Oak Hideaway
• 45188 Big Oak Ln, Oakhurst • (718) 551-2401 • airbnb.com/rooms/20287087 $$ 1 unit
Hounds Tooth Inn
• 42903 Country Club Dr E, Oakhurst • (559) 760-9182 • vrbo.com/447130 $$ 1 unit
Chateau du Sureau
• 48688 Victoria Ln, Oakhurst • (559) 683-6860 • chateausureau.com $$$ 10 units + villa
Comfort Inn Yosemite Area
• 40489 Highway 41, Oakhurst • (800) 4-CHOICE • (559) 683-8282 • choicehotels.com $$ 117 units Ad on page 32
Dreaming of Yosemite
• Oakhurst • (559) 760-0798 • airbnb.com/rooms/13467584 $-$$ 1 unit
Evergreen Haus Yosemite/Sierra Mountain Cabin Lodging • 43552 Whispering Pines Dr, Oakhurst • (559) 641-2220 • evergreenhaus.net $$ 4 units
Harmony Farmhouse
• Oakhurst • (559) 642-6823 • vrbo.com/840291 $$ 1 unit
Heaven’s Gate near Yosemite
• Oakhurst • (818) 702-0466 • vrbo.com/233369 $$$ 1 unit
Hounds Tooth Inn
• 42071 Highway 41, Oakhurst • (559) 642-6600 • houndstoothinn.com $$-$$$ 14 units Ad on page 46
Housmyer's Hillside Hospitality • Oakhurst • (480) 510-4969 • airbnb.com/rooms/18613683 $ 1 unit
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place to provide the Weary Traveler a safe haven, a warm fire, rest and a bit of nourishment so that the traveler may live to cherish another day.
Huff and Puff Cottage
• 51052 Bon Veu Dr, Oakhurst • (559) 240-2823 • youtube.com/watch?v=yg3LtGOkW0o $$ 1 unit
Lauri Lane Mountain House
• 45512 Lauri Ln, Oakhurst • (559) 786-2220 • vrbo.com/572143 $$ 1 unit
LL 13 Rooms Individually Decorated
LL Phones, TV, Private Baths LL Breakfast Included LL Complimentary Wine served each evening
In-room Spas or Fireplaces Available A Victorian Flair
Neighborhood Cabin House
• 43126 E Sugar Pine Dr, Oakhurst • (916) 425-4187 • vrbo.com/282823 $$-$$$ 1 unit
Oakhurst Lodge
Suite Yosemite
• 40302 Highway 41, Oakhurst • (559) 683-4417 • theoakhurstlodge.com $-$$ 36 units
Old Yosemite Road Cabin
• Oakhurst • (310) 728-6158 • far-meadow.com 1 unit
Ople’s Guest House
• 41118 Highway 41, Oakhurst • (559) 760-0866 • oplesguesthouse.com $ 2 units
Paradise Springs
• Oakhurst • (559) 642-2613 • ParadiseSpringsMountain.com $$$ 5 units
Pine Rose Inn Bed & Breakfast • 41703 Road 222, Oakhurst • (559) 642-2800 • pineroseinn.com $$ 9 units
Quail Rock
• Oakhurst • (831) 345-8861 • airbnb.com/rooms/1136446 $$$ 1 unit
Queen’s Inn by the River Lodging, Wine Bar and Idle Hour Winery • 41139 Highway 41, Oakhurst • (559) 683-4354 • queensinn.com $$ 8 units Ad on page 28
The Sanctuary Rest & Ride • Oakhurst • (559) 760-6384 • sanctuaryrestandride.com $$$ 3 units
Sierra Home Rentals
• 40307 Highway 41, Oakhurst • (559) 683-RENT(7368) • sierrahomerentals.com $$-$$$ multiple units Ad on page 16
Sierra Sky Ranch
• 50552 Road 632, Oakhurst • (559) 683-8040 • sierraskyranch.com $$ 16 units Ad on page 36
www.houndstoothinn.com info@houndstoothinn.com Uptown, near restaurants & entertainment
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• 40901 Hodges Hill Dr, Oakhurst • (559) 683-4183 • vrbo.com/359315 $$ 2 units
Yosemite Vacation Haus
• Oakhurst • (559) 683-7847 • suiteyosemite.com $$ 2 units
• 51815 Ponderosa Way, Oakhurst • (805) 757-9311 • homeaway.com/3720535 $$$ 1 unit
Sunset View
• 38997 John West Rd, Oakhurst • (559) 676-8583 • airbnb.com/rooms/14143060 $$ 1 unit
• 50829 Hillsborough, Oakhurst • (559) 683-0917 • airbnb.com/rooms/2395995 1 unit
Yosemite Blissful Retreat
• Oakhurst • (559) 760-7607 • flipkey.com/oakhurst-vacation-rentals/p288584 $$ 1 unit
• 1 Red’s Meadow Cir, Mammoth Lakes • (760) 934-2345 • redsmeadow.com $$ 10 units
• 40307 Highway 41, Oakhurst • (559) 683-RENT(7368) • sierrahomerentals.com $$-$$$ multiple units Ad on page 16
Yosemite Dreams
The Redwoods in Yosemite
• 39245 Washburn Ln, Oakhurst • (858) 337-8353 • yosemitedreams.com $$-$$$ 2 units
Yosemite Mountain Rentals Bearfoot Cabin • Oakhurst • (831) 818-3026 • vrbo.com/341569 $$ 1 unit
Yosemite Mountain Rentals Fire Escape Cabin • Oakhurst • (831) 818-3026 • vrbo.com/230982 $$ 1 unit
Yosemite’s Mountain Trail Lodge
Year-Round Vacation Homes, Wedding & Event Center • 8038 Chilnualna Falls Rd, Wawona • (877) 437-4675 • redwoodsinyosemite.com $$-$$$ 132 units Ad on page 23
Tree Haven in Yosemite
• 7274 Yosemite Park Way, Yosemite West • (909) 451-8027 • homeescape.com/vacation-rental/12979655/ $$$ 1 unit
Yosemite National Park Accommodations
• 42150 Highway 41, Oakhurst • (559) 479-5698 • yosemitemountaintraillodge.com $ 10 units
• (888) 413-8869 • travelyosemite.com
Yosemite’s Scenic Wonders Southgate Vacation Rentals
• 7403 Yosemite Park Way, Yosemite • (888) YOSEMITE(967-3648) • scenicwonders.com $$$ 110 units
• 7403 Yosemite Park Way, Yosemite • (800) 496-7364 • scenicwonders.com $$$ 110 units
Yosemite’s Scenic Wonders Vacation Rentals
Yosemite West Cottages/
Yosemite Sierra Inn
• 40662 Highway 41, Oakhurst • (877) 642-2525 • (559) 642-2525 • yosemitesierrainn.com $$ 42 units Ad on page 34
Yosemite Southgate Hotel & Suites
Little Red Caboose
Red’s Meadow Resort & Pack Station
Sierra Home Rentals
The Southern Gateway to Yosemite
• (650) 868-4188 • airbnb.com/rooms/394384 $$ 1 unit
• Oakhurst • (949) 872-3355 • vrbo.com/962217 $$$ 1 unit
• Oakhurst • 559-240-9771 • yosemiteblissfulretreat.com $$ 1 unit
Yosemite Sierra View Bed & Breakfast
• Oakhurst • (559) 658-5005 • F(559) 658-5777 • evolvevacationrental.com/349937 $$-$$$ 1 unit
Yosemite Vacation Home Rental
YNP & NEIGHBORING AREAS
Tara Management White Sage Cottage
Sky Ranch Retreat
Yosemite West Lodging, Inc. • P.O. Box 36, Yosemite National Park • (559) 642-2211 • yosemitewestreservations.com $$-$$$ 12 units
• 39060 Highway 41, Oakhurst • (559) 683-7650 • yosemitesierraview.com $$ 3 units
• 40644 Highway 41, Oakhurst • (559) 683-3555 • yosemitesouthgate.com $$ 81 units Ad on page 22
Yosemite / Bass Lake
Romantic Mountain Retreat
Manzanita Cabin
• Oakhurst • (559) 322-0609 • rsberg1@sbcglobal.net $$-$$$ 1 unit
For Reservations Visit: flipkey.com/properties/2413812 or call
Mountain Dream Country Home
42071 Highway 41, Oakhurst
Yosemite’s Suite Retreat Vacation Rentals
Stewart-Nelson Family Cabin
• 49878 Canoga Dr, Oakhurst • (209) 559-8565 • airbnb.com/rooms/12658999 $$ 1 unit
• Oakhurst • 559/683-7453 • vrbo.com/855912 $$$ 1 unit
805.304.5124
Mountain Hospitality – Cabin
• Oakhurst • airbnb.com/rooms/7110210 $$ 1 unit
Winner of TripAdvisor’s 2017 Travelers’ Choice Award
Mountain Trail Lodge Vacation Rentals • 42150 Highway 41, Oakhurst • (559) 479-5698 • (248) 376-6385 • yosemitemountaintraillodge.com
Business License # B0104115 Wedding at Paradise Springs • Johnny Stafford Photography
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BEST WESTERN PLUS
Yosemite Gateway Inn & Restaurant
JUST 15 MILES FROM YOSEMITE’S SOUTH ENTRANCE
Yosemite Gateway Inn is nestled among live oaks on a hill with beautiful mountain views. The park like setting is secluded and quiet. Families will enjoy the BBQ & kids play ground. 133 units, many equipped with refrigerators & microwaves. Two room family units will sleep six.
LUSH MOUNTAIN SETTING
Indoor & Outdoor Pools (weather permitting) Hot Tubs • Exercise Room • Free WI-Fi & HBO Yosemite Gateway Restaurant has Great Service and Serves Fresh, Hearty Homemade Meals. The Burgers are all hand ground & seasoned on site. You can taste the difference.
We have very nice festive Holiday Buffets for all major holidays. Group menu’s available as well as Banquet/Meeting Space for all your needs. FULL SERVICE LOUNGE:
Beers from around the world Local CA Wines Daily Dinner & Drink Specials
40530 Hwy. 41 Oakhurst, CA 93644 www.YosemiteGatewayInn.com • Call for reservations (559) 683-2378 or (800) 545-5462
For Banquet or Meeting Info Call (559) 641-2477
Explore All Madera County & Yosemite Have To Offer
Winteries & Agri-Tourism • Steve Montalto
Outdoor Adventures • Southern Yosemite Mountain Guides
Winter in Yosemite • VYMC Staff
Bass Lake • Darvin Atkeson
Art & Entertainment • VMYC Staff
Yosemite Valley View • Nancy Robbins
Crystal Caves • Majestic Mountain Loop
Museums & Historical Site • VYMC Staff
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