Southern Gateway to Yosemite Fun

California’s southern gateway to Yosemite National Park gives you a front-row seat to iconic landscapes. While outdoor adventures top travel itineraries, you’ll find plenty of fun in nearby resort towns such as Oakhurst and Bass Lake.

Unforgettable excursions

Yosemite offers more than hiking: Relax at the foot of the world’s largest granite monolith, El Capitan, and breathe in fresh forest air among ancient sequoia trees in Mariposa Grove.

Farm-fresh food & drink

Find 10 wineries in Madera County’s American Viticulture Area, a craft brewery in Oakhurst’s High Sierra mountains and farm-to-table dining featuring local ingredients.

Sierra Nevada sunshine

Enjoy all-season relaxation at Bass Lake’s three waterfront resorts, and venture into the mountains for hidden waterfalls, hiking trails and moments of zen in the Sierra foothills.

Gems of Yosemite Madera County

Wonders of Yosemite National Park

  • Take an enchanting stroll amid some of the world’s largest and oldest trees.

  • Hike to the park’s most famous mountain or admire the view from Glacier Point.

  • See El Capitan and Bridalveil Fall from this serene vantage point.

Fun for Families

  • Enjoy thrilling tube rides, sunny beach days and waterfront resort stays on these clear-blue waters.

  • Aspiring paleontologists can get up close with prehistoric wildlife and excavate replica fossils.

  • Hop aboard a historic steam train through the Sierra National Forest to learn about California’s logging industry.

Experiences

Taking a bus tour of Yosemite National Park near Oakhurst, California, with Discover Yosemite

Guided Yosemite Tours

See the iconic sites and hidden gems in between on a bus or ranger-led tour.

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Snow shoeing in Mariposa Grove in Yosemite National Park near Oakhurst, California

Yosemite’s Winter Wonderland

When snow falls, skiing, snowshoeing and sledding opportunities make Yosemite even more magical.

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Wine tasting at Dorval Estate Winery in Friant, California

Madera Wine Trail

Taste the San Joaquin Valley’s unique terroir at family-owned vineyards.

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Paddleboarding on Bass Lake in Madera County, California

Aquatic Recreation

Boat, swim, paddle and tube on sparkling waters in Yosemite and the surrounding communities.

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Boats on the water at Bass Lake Resort in Bass Lake, California

Relaxing Resorts

Luxurious accommodations and enchanting views elevate your overnights in Madera County.

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Relaxing in Yosemite National Park near Oakhurst, California

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