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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 comes alive in Spring with rushing waterfalls, blooming wildflowers and dogwood trees, and active wildlife. All of this with the backdrop of vibrant green leaves budding everywhere.

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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Live Music Nightly at the Marina Grill at Bass Lake Boat Rentals
Tuesday, Jul 1, 2025
12:00PM - 3:00PM, 6:00PM - 9:00PM
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Moonlight Special at the Yosemite Mountain Sugar Pine Railroad
Wednesday, Jul 2, 2025
May-July 6:30 PM / August - 6:00 PM / September 5:30 PM / October 5:00 PM
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Sierra Stargazing
Wednesday, Jul 2, 2025
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Yoga With Lisa
Wednesday, Jul 2, 2025
6:00 PM
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YSA 54th Annual Open Art Competition & Exhibition
Wednesday, Jul 2, 2025
Closed Tuesdays, Wednesday - Monday, 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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Oakhurst Farmers Market
Thursday, Jul 3, 2025
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
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OPEN MIC at Queen's Inn by the River
Thursday, Jul 3, 2025
Signups begin at 6:30 PM, Open Mic 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
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Tesoro Viejo Farmers Market
Thursday, Jul 3, 2025
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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The Pines Village Patriotic Parade
Thursday, Jul 3, 2025
7:00 PM
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4th of July ~ FLIP FLOPS & FIREWORKS BBQ
Friday, Jul 4, 2025
5:30 PM - 10:00 PM
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Friday Movie Night at the Barn
Friday, Jul 4, 2025
Dusk
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Friday Night Farmers Market
Friday, Jul 4, 2025
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
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GCT Presents "Li'l Abner", a Mountain Musical Melodrama
Friday, Jul 4, 2025
Friday & Saturday 7:00 PM, Sunday 2:00 PM
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Independence Day Celebration
Friday, Jul 4, 2025
5:25 PM - 20:25 PM
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Light Up the Sky Bass Lake Fireworks & Boat Parade
Friday, Jul 4, 2025
Boat Parade 7:00 PM, Fireworks at Dusk (around 9:00 PM)
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LIVE Music Fridays at Yosemite Wine Tails Featuring Larry McPhail & Friends!
Friday, Jul 4, 2025
6:30 PM - 10:00 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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