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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 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 gets cozy in the fall! Discover the meandering Merced River lined with golden leaves, 800 miles of hiking trails, crisp, cool air, and impressive views from Glacier Point as fall color settles over the valley. It's the perfect time to experience the park's quieter, natural beauty.

Bass Lake is renowned for its calm, glassy waters, excellent fishing, and scenic hiking trails. Come paddleboard or kayak across the still lake, soak in the crisp autumn air, and experience the fun, excitement, and traditions of the perfect fall escape 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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Ask a Climber!
Friday, Oct 23, 2026
12:30 PM - 4:30 PM
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Coolwater Concert Series: Dave Stamey
Friday, Oct 23, 2026
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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Explore Yosemite's Night Sky
Friday, Oct 23, 2026
9:00 PM - 11:00 PM
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Friday Night Karaoke ~ The Hitching Post
Friday, Oct 23, 2026
8:00 PM - 12:00 AM
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Fright Nights
Friday, Oct 23, 2026
5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
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Garden Workshop: Barn Owls
Friday, Oct 23, 2026
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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GCT Presents "Radium Girls"
Friday, Oct 23, 2026
Friday and Saturday at 7:00 PM, Sunday at 2:00 PM Matinee
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Guided Nature Walk ~ Autumn in Yosemite
Friday, Oct 23, 2026
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
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Halloween Carnival Art & Craft Fair at Bass Lake
Friday, Oct 23, 2026
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Historic Ahwahnee Hotel Tour
Friday, Oct 23, 2026
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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Madera's Pumpkin Patch
Friday, Oct 23, 2026
Monday - Friday: 4 PM - 10:30 PM Saturday & Sunday: 11 AM - 10:30 PM
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Pergola Dinner: An Italian Harvest Moon
Friday, Oct 23, 2026
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
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Pumpkin Patch, Fresh Juice & Apple Picking
Friday, Oct 23, 2026
12:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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Sierra Stargazing
Friday, Oct 23, 2026
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Stewardship Series: Fire Ecology
Friday, Oct 23, 2026
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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Yosemite Valley Sunset Walk
Friday, Oct 23, 2026
5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
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10th Annual Bass Lake Halloween Carnival
Saturday, Oct 24, 2026
11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
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7th Annual Fall Crest Fest
Saturday, Oct 24, 2026
1:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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Annual Tarantula Awareness Festival
Saturday, Oct 24, 2026
10:30 AM - 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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