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Adventure Awaits in Yosemite Country

Welcome to Madera County, the southern entrance to Yosemite National Park. A fun-filled region of outdoor adventures, wine tasting, fishing, historic museums, and that is just the tip of the iceberg. Bass Lake is a family vacation must, with something to entertain everyone. Discover fishing, hiking, biking trails, wakeboarding, kayaking, paddle boarding, camping, you name it! Whether you're on a day trip from San Francisco or a long overdue extended vacation, there is no shortage of outdoor adventure, family fun, and memories to be made in Yosemite and Madera County.

Yosemite National Park

Yosemite shines in the summer! Discover the meandering Merced River, 800 miles of hiking trails, and impressive views from Glacier Point. This is set against a backdrop of lush green foliage, making it the perfect time to experience the park's natural beauty.

Bass Lake

Bass Lake is renowned for excellent fishing, hiking trails, and warm waters. Come experience beauty of seasonal renewal here in the Sierra foothills.

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From full service resorts with all the amenities to rustic campgrounds and everything in between, Madera County has the perfect place for you.

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29th Annual Grizzly Gravel & Century Charity Bike Rides
Saturday, Oct 5, 2024
7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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ARTober in Oakhurst - 31 days of ART events
Saturday, Oct 5, 2024
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Big Table Dinner with Chef Sadie
Saturday, Oct 5, 2024
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Coolwater Concerts Present: Dave Stamey
Saturday, Oct 5, 2024
7PM - 9:30PM
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Fall Concert Series @ Dorval
Saturday, Oct 5, 2024
3:30 PM - 6:30 PM
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Fall Wine Tasting
Saturday, Oct 5, 2024
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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GCT Presents "The Producers"
Saturday, Oct 5, 2024
Friday & Saturday 7:00 PM, Sunday matinee 2:00 PM
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Natural Bridge Band ~ Saturday Music by the River
Saturday, Oct 5, 2024
6:30PM - 10PM
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Oakhurst Community Facelift
Saturday, Oct 5, 2024
9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
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Oktoberfest & 11-Year Anniversary Celebration at South Gate Brewing
Saturday, Oct 5, 2024
Noon to Close
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Saturday Moonlight Special at the Yosemite Mountain Sugar Pine Railroad
Saturday, Oct 5, 2024
May-July 6:30 PM / August - 6:00 PM / September 5:30 PM / October 5:00 PM
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Sierra Art Trails ~ Preview Exhibit
Saturday, Oct 5, 2024
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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Sierra Art Trails ~ Yosemite Foothills Open Studio Tour
Saturday, Oct 5, 2024
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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Annual Fundraiser ~ Eat Prey. Love.
Sunday, Oct 6, 2024
4PM - 6PM
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Family Yoga
Sunday, Oct 6, 2024
10:15 AM - 11:15 AM
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Irish Flute and Bodhran
Sunday, Oct 6, 2024
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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Our annual Visit Yosemite | Madera County Visitors Guide can answer all your questions about visiting California's Gateway to Yosemite. From the park itself to the museums, wineries, art galleries and more throughout Madera County, our guide can help you plan the perfect vacation. Please note that we mail to the USA only, but anyone can download the guide.
Visit Yosemite - Madera County
Oakhurst Visitor Center, 40343 Highway 41, Oakhurst, CA 93644
(559) 683-4636
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