Gina’s guidebook

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Sightseeing

Yosemite National Park is famed for its giant, ancient sequoia trees, and for the mile long tunnel view where you will view the iconic El Capitan, Half Dome and Bridalveil Fall! Breathtaking!!!
995 locals recommend
Yosemite National Park
995 locals recommend
Yosemite National Park is famed for its giant, ancient sequoia trees, and for the mile long tunnel view where you will view the iconic El Capitan, Half Dome and Bridalveil Fall! Breathtaking!!!
Mariposa Grove has approximately 500 mature Giant Sequoia trees. Being among the rarest, oldest and largest living organisms in the world!
46 locals recommend
Mariposa Grove
46 locals recommend
Mariposa Grove has approximately 500 mature Giant Sequoia trees. Being among the rarest, oldest and largest living organisms in the world!
Hop aboard a historic steam train and take a ride into the past through the pines of the High Sierra to Lewis Creek! Fun for the whole family!
147 locals recommend
Yosemite Mountain Sugar Pine Railroad
56001 CA-41
147 locals recommend
Hop aboard a historic steam train and take a ride into the past through the pines of the High Sierra to Lewis Creek! Fun for the whole family!
Sequoia National Park is known for its huge sequoia trees, notably the General Sherman Tree! The underground Crystal Cave features streams and striking rock formations! The picture is of the Tunnel Tree that was toppled to accommodate the road.
393 locals recommend
Sequoia National Park
393 locals recommend
Sequoia National Park is known for its huge sequoia trees, notably the General Sherman Tree! The underground Crystal Cave features streams and striking rock formations! The picture is of the Tunnel Tree that was toppled to accommodate the road.
Bass Lake is beautiful in every season! Pristine waters and surrounding alpine mountain landscape is a perfect place to experience a wide range of activities throughout the year!
294 locals recommend
Bass Lake
294 locals recommend
Bass Lake is beautiful in every season! Pristine waters and surrounding alpine mountain landscape is a perfect place to experience a wide range of activities throughout the year!
The Sierra Vista Scenic Byway is a nearly 100-mile journey through the Sierra National forest with breathtaking panoramas, unique rock formation and even a charming general store called Jones Store. They serve mouthwatering hamburgers and amazing pie!
9 locals recommend
Sierra Vista Scenic Byway
Sierra Vista Scenic Byway
9 locals recommend
The Sierra Vista Scenic Byway is a nearly 100-mile journey through the Sierra National forest with breathtaking panoramas, unique rock formation and even a charming general store called Jones Store. They serve mouthwatering hamburgers and amazing pie!
Mammoth Lakes is known for the Mammoth Mountain ski areas and nearby trails. Majestic in scale and awesome in its natural beauty, the year-round adventure land of Mammoth Lakes is one of those rare places that you have to see!
45 locals recommend
Mammoth Lakes
45 locals recommend
Mammoth Lakes is known for the Mammoth Mountain ski areas and nearby trails. Majestic in scale and awesome in its natural beauty, the year-round adventure land of Mammoth Lakes is one of those rare places that you have to see!
73 locals recommend
Mariposa Museum & History Center
5119 Jessie St
73 locals recommend

Live Theatre!

Founded in 1967, The Golden Chain Theatre is a no profit community theatre. You can see plays, musicals and summer melodrama's! Fun for the whole family!
51 locals recommend
Golden Chain Theatre
42130 CA-41
51 locals recommend
Founded in 1967, The Golden Chain Theatre is a no profit community theatre. You can see plays, musicals and summer melodrama's! Fun for the whole family!

Fun time!

Come throw axes with us in a safe, fun and relaxing environment. We will teach you how to throw, and introduce you to some exciting axe throwing games.
28 locals recommend
Yosemite Axe Throw
40761 CA-41
28 locals recommend
Come throw axes with us in a safe, fun and relaxing environment. We will teach you how to throw, and introduce you to some exciting axe throwing games.
Bass Lake is the perfect place for summer fun! Water activities, boating, fishing and swimming! Spring and Fall are perfect for hiking, biking and nature walks! Winter brings snow fun for all!
294 locals recommend
Bass Lake
294 locals recommend
Bass Lake is the perfect place for summer fun! Water activities, boating, fishing and swimming! Spring and Fall are perfect for hiking, biking and nature walks! Winter brings snow fun for all!
Yosemite Cinema is the local 5 screen theater in Oakhurst. Yosemite VR is the only permanent Positron Powered Virtual Reality theater in the US! It features sight, sound, scent and haptic feedback, and movement to five the viewer an experience they will never forget!
54 locals recommend
Met Cinema
40015 CA-49
54 locals recommend
Yosemite Cinema is the local 5 screen theater in Oakhurst. Yosemite VR is the only permanent Positron Powered Virtual Reality theater in the US! It features sight, sound, scent and haptic feedback, and movement to five the viewer an experience they will never forget!
Great restaurants and a beautiful casino...only 15 minutes from Red Barn Haven.
127 locals recommend
Chukchansi Gold Resort Casino
711 Lucky Ln
127 locals recommend
Great restaurants and a beautiful casino...only 15 minutes from Red Barn Haven.
Amazing zoo just an hour away. You will feel like you are in Africa and Asia! You will love it!
150 locals recommend
Fresno Chaffee Zoo
894 W Belmont Ave
150 locals recommend
Amazing zoo just an hour away. You will feel like you are in Africa and Asia! You will love it!

Local Grocery Stores

I love the deli the best!
133 locals recommend
Vons
40044 CA-49
133 locals recommend
I love the deli the best!
148 locals recommend
Raley's
40041 CA-49
148 locals recommend
Great prices and easy to shop!
38 locals recommend
Grocery Outlet Bargain Market
40301 Junction Dr
38 locals recommend
Great prices and easy to shop!

Food scene

Easy going counter-serve smoked meats & hearty BBQ plates! The sides are great! A personal favorite!
78 locals recommend
Smokehouse 41 BBQ
40713 CA-41
78 locals recommend
Easy going counter-serve smoked meats & hearty BBQ plates! The sides are great! A personal favorite!
Traditional Californian fare plus cocktails! Delouise!
67 locals recommend
Oakhurst Grill
40530 CA-41
67 locals recommend
Traditional Californian fare plus cocktails! Delouise!
Luxurious, fairy-tale setting featuring a French-Californian set-price dinner menu & Sunday brunch.
93 locals recommend
Erna's Elderberry House
48688 Victoria Ln
93 locals recommend
Luxurious, fairy-tale setting featuring a French-Californian set-price dinner menu & Sunday brunch.
Meat-centric eatery serving steak, prime rib & other American classics with a great view of the Lake. Sunday Brunch is amazing! Upstairs is a great option for lunch!
181 locals recommend
Ducey's On the Lake & Ducey's Bar & Grill
39255 Marina Dr
181 locals recommend
Meat-centric eatery serving steak, prime rib & other American classics with a great view of the Lake. Sunday Brunch is amazing! Upstairs is a great option for lunch!
Relaxed restaurant offering traditional Mexican cuisine, plus local craft beers!
78 locals recommend
Plazuelas Mexican Restaurant
40015 CA-49
78 locals recommend
Relaxed restaurant offering traditional Mexican cuisine, plus local craft beers!
A menu of organic coffee beverages & classic cafe fare in a modern setting with outdoor tables!
72 locals recommend
The Cool Bean Cafe
40120 CA-41
72 locals recommend
A menu of organic coffee beverages & classic cafe fare in a modern setting with outdoor tables!
Unfussy set-up with a familiar Chinese-American menu including vegetarian dishes.
18 locals recommend
China Delight Restaurant
40484 CA-41
18 locals recommend
Unfussy set-up with a familiar Chinese-American menu including vegetarian dishes.
Comfy gastropub offering locally sourced pub food & craft beers amid industrial-chic decor.
281 locals recommend
Southgate Brewing Company
40233 Enterprise Dr
281 locals recommend
Comfy gastropub offering locally sourced pub food & craft beers amid industrial-chic decor.
Easygoing menu with an array of classic Mexican dishes & drinks in a homey, cantina-style space.
56 locals recommend
Casa Velasco Mexican Restaurant
54311 Rd 432
56 locals recommend
Easygoing menu with an array of classic Mexican dishes & drinks in a homey, cantina-style space.
Dine in or take out!
Marina Burgers
54406 Rd 432
Dine in or take out!
Home of the Famous Forks Burger! It's fantastic! Open March through October.
39150 Rd 222
39150 Road 222
Home of the Famous Forks Burger! It's fantastic! Open March through October.
Dine in or take out by the lake!
24 locals recommend
Pines Village Bakery-Pizzeria
54362 Rd 432
24 locals recommend
Dine in or take out by the lake!
A charming candy and ice cream shop! Delicious homemade waffle cones are a must have! Gifts and toys in the gift shop.
46 locals recommend
Reimer's Candies, & Ice Cream
41969 CA-41
46 locals recommend
A charming candy and ice cream shop! Delicious homemade waffle cones are a must have! Gifts and toys in the gift shop.
Casual cantina with a large menu of homemade Mexican recipes, plus TVs & outdoor seating.
147 locals recommend
El Cid
41939 CA-41
147 locals recommend
Casual cantina with a large menu of homemade Mexican recipes, plus TVs & outdoor seating.
Great selection of specialty pizzas, or make your own with good ingredients.
16 locals recommend
Sugar Pine Pizza
40487 CA-41
16 locals recommend
Great selection of specialty pizzas, or make your own with good ingredients.
Tasty pizza, wings, salad & local beer
43 locals recommend
Pizza Factory
49430 Rd 426
43 locals recommend
Tasty pizza, wings, salad & local beer
Authentic Indian food
Tandoori Express
Authentic Indian food
Los dos Carnales Restaurant
147 locals recommend
El Cid
41939 CA-41
147 locals recommend
Homemade ice cream and old fashion candy shop
46 locals recommend
Reimer's Candies, & Ice Cream
41969 CA-41
46 locals recommend
Homemade ice cream and old fashion candy shop
Denny's
40650 CA-41
8 locals recommend
Deli Delicious
40208 CA-41
8 locals recommend
Subway
40278 Rd 425A
67 locals recommend
Oakhurst Grill
40530 CA-41
67 locals recommend
Breakfast and lunch served daily! Closes at 2:30pm.
Bee's Bakery Cafe
Breakfast and lunch served daily! Closes at 2:30pm.
Breakfast, lunch & dinner! Comfort food at it's best! Dine-in, Takeout & Delivery
Mountain Oaks Cafe
Breakfast, lunch & dinner! Comfort food at it's best! Dine-in, Takeout & Delivery
The Idle Hour Winery & Kitchen offers a changing menu weekly showcasing seasonal ingredients paired with a selection of wines.
61 locals recommend
Idle Hour Winery & Kitchen
41139 CA-41
61 locals recommend
The Idle Hour Winery & Kitchen offers a changing menu weekly showcasing seasonal ingredients paired with a selection of wines.
Lunch served all day! Hand crafted smoothie bowls, Toast, Bagels & Wellness Bowls, Juices, Shots & Cleanses Closed Sunday & Monday
15 locals recommend
Glow Juicery LLC
39993 CA-49
15 locals recommend
Lunch served all day! Hand crafted smoothie bowls, Toast, Bagels & Wellness Bowls, Juices, Shots & Cleanses Closed Sunday & Monday

Hiking Trails

Easy to medium good hike. Locals go to hike instead of entering the park...you will have great views and even some waterfalls.
109 locals recommend
Lewis Creek Trail
Cedar Valley Drive
109 locals recommend
Easy to medium good hike. Locals go to hike instead of entering the park...you will have great views and even some waterfalls.
Park at Bass Lake and hike up to Angel Falls...about 3.5 miles. Beautiful view of Bass Lake
52 locals recommend
Willow Creek Trailhead
Road 432
52 locals recommend
Park at Bass Lake and hike up to Angel Falls...about 3.5 miles. Beautiful view of Bass Lake
This spot provides a short hike to an amazing spot for viewing sunsets and a full panorama of Bass Lake. Well maintained trail.
Glass Rock
This spot provides a short hike to an amazing spot for viewing sunsets and a full panorama of Bass Lake. Well maintained trail.
Moderate hike. 3.9 miles along a creekside.
14 locals recommend
Corlieu Falls
14 locals recommend
Moderate hike. 3.9 miles along a creekside.
Moderate hike. 9.8 miles of moderate inclines. At the top, stunning view of the surrounding area.
15 locals recommend
Goat Meadow Trailhead & Snow Play
Mount Raymond Road
15 locals recommend
Moderate hike. 9.8 miles of moderate inclines. At the top, stunning view of the surrounding area.
Easy hike. 1.5 miles.
11 locals recommend
Fresno Dome Trailhead
11 locals recommend
Easy hike. 1.5 miles.

Golf Course

25 locals recommend
River Creek Golf Course
41709 Rd 600
25 locals recommend
13 locals recommend
Yosemite Lakes Park Golf Course
42515 Artesian Ct
13 locals recommend
8 locals recommend
Wawona Golf Course
2005 Wawona Sta
8 locals recommend