Outdoor Activities

Bring the family out for a celebration of butterflies at the annual Mariposa Butterfly Festival. Kids of all ages enjoy the parade, music, delicious food and the much-anticipated butterfly release. New this year - a classic car and truck show with categories like "My daddy would be proud". Hope we'll see you there!

Discover the richness of a guided tour to get the most out of visiting Yosemite Mariposa County. From backpacking to bus tours, fishing to rock climbing. Find the perfect tour for you.

Yosemite Mariposa County is a place where a childish sense of awe takes hold, even of adults and where kid-friendly activities abound.

Snowshoeing Yosemite allows intrepid excursionists and frolicking families alike to venture off-the-beaten-path, enjoy some invigorating exercise and, most importantly, get inspired during the Park’s least visited season.

For those who feel the leash is getting too short, it’s time to consider a digital detox in Yosemite Mariposa County.

Like a magic carpet ride, e-biking in the Sierra foothills whirls you through ups and downs on hidden trails and quiet backroads kissed by the sun.

Discover Yosemite's magnificent geology. Each rock formation in Yosemite welcomes you to the park in its own way. Get to know some of our favorites here.

How can your vacation be more than just a vacation? When you travel with purpose, your visit helps to support the local environment and the local economy. Find the best ways to make a difference in Yosemite Mariposa County.

Whether you're looking for a peak challenge or just a few days to get away from the computer and relax and recharge, Yosemite Mariposa County has affordable and fun options for everyone.

Slow down and spend the day at Tenaya Lake - a beautiful and easy-to-get-to alpine lake cupped by granite domes. There is plenty to see and do right here, from kayaking on the water to climbing the magnificent domes above.