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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

Winter is a wonderful time to visit Yosemite and the Sierra Nevada. The waterfalls come back to life, and the landscape covered in snow is truly a wonderland.

Bass Lake

Bass Lake is renowned for excellent fishing, hiking trails, and wonderful winter views.

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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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A Magical Christmas Faire
Saturday, Dec 21, 2024
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
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Ceiliuradh (pronounced Kelura): A Celtic Winter Solstice Celebration
Saturday, Dec 21, 2024
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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GCT Presents "Believe in Christmas" a Holiday Musical Variety Show
Saturday, Dec 21, 2024
Friday & Saturday 7:00 PM, Sunday 2:00 PM
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Gingerbread Decorating Workshop at Tenaya at Yosemite
Saturday, Dec 21, 2024
11 am - 1 pm (Nov. 30, Dec. 21 & Dec. 23)
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Glice Rink and Activity Center at Bass Lake
Saturday, Dec 21, 2024
Friday 3:00 PM - 8:00 PM, Saturday 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM, Sunday 12:00 AM - 3:00 PM
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Ice Skating at Tenaya
Saturday, Dec 21, 2024
9:00AM - 11:00AM, 1:00PM - 3:00PM, 5:00PM - 8:00PM
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Story Time with Santa at Tenaya at Yosemite
Saturday, Dec 21, 2024
7 pm - 8 pm
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Wine & Chocolate Pairings
Saturday, Dec 21, 2024
11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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A Whistle Wonderland ~ "Christmas Melodies in a Celtic Style"
Sunday, Dec 22, 2024
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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Breakfast with Santa at Tenaya at Yosemite
Sunday, Dec 22, 2024
9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
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Family Yoga
Sunday, Dec 22, 2024
10:15 AM - 11:15 AM
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FOOTBALL SUNDAYS
Sunday, Dec 22, 2024
12:00 PM - 10:00 PM
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Irish Flute and Bodhran
Sunday, Dec 22, 2024
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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Live Music with Off-White Duo
Sunday, Dec 22, 2024
1pm - 4pm
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SOLSTICE WORKSHOP WITH SARAH
Sunday, Dec 22, 2024
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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Sweaters, S'mores & Skates
Sunday, Dec 22, 2024
12:00 PM - 8:00 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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