Yosemite / Mariposa Tourism Bureau

Hiking

What better way to experience the Sierra than getting out and hiking!

Rafting

Year-round you can enjoy a beautiful, scenic trip down the canyon protected Merced River.

Bicycling

For road bikes or mountain bikes, Mariposa County is full of great rides.

Golf

If you love the great outdoors and golf, Mariposa County is the place for you.

Snow Sports

Once the snow falls, Yosemite becomes winter wonderland of exciting adventures for your family

Gold Panning

You can still go out and find some color in the historic Mother Lode.

Rock Climbing

A valley with 3,000-foot sheer granite walls, Yosemite is a world-famous rock climbing destination.

Fishing

Grab yourself some bait and find yourself a spot on one of the many fishing trails.

Birding

247 species of birds call Mariposa County home.

Butterflies

Every spring, the region comes alive with a stunning array of butterflies and wildflowers.

Wildflowers

You don’t have to be a botanist to appreciate the marvelous beauty of Mariposa wildflowers.

Horseback Riding

Nothing takes you back in time quite like a trip through wilderness on horseback.

Ranches

Ranching today still forms the major activity in the lower foothill areas.

Water Sports and Alternative Lodging

These tranquil lakes are water lovers' paradise, offering camping, fishing, sailing, house boating,