This is not the safest area to be later in the evening/ night. I would recommend being a group of…read moreindividuals with you. Several events are hosted here throughout the year. These events are safe.

We had a picnic here one evening after returning from Yosemite. It's not a great park. The picnic…read moretables were not clean. We didn't feel entirely safe picnicking in this park. We ate our sandwiches and left quickly. I recommend that the city of Oakhurst upgrade this community park to make it safer, more family-friendly and more charming for visitors.

Great park in the heart of Mammoth Village. This public park has obstacles and a very well laid…read moreout park for children to play. We came here after having breakfast at Mammoth Coffee Roasting only 1 minute away. Wonderful place to enjoy especially when the weather is beautiful which is just about 80% of the year in sunny California. 5 stars and two thumbs up!

My kids had fun! Staff were very nice helpful, doesn't give attitude, very friendly. Every single…read moreone of them. From the front desk where you pay to the people that's working on the rides. Price very reasonable and place is very clean! We will be coming back.

Squaw Leap…read more When the Squaw tribal people found out the European immigrants were coming closer to their territory, many of them " leaped " off those cliffs and committed suicide because they didn't want to be captured and enslaved as that was the case for many other tribes. Hence , the name " Squaw Leap ". From the agricultural town of Fresno to the trail head is only about a 40- minute drive . You drive through a small town of Prather and Auberry , take Powerhouse Rd, Smally Rd and you'll reach the parking lots. As of May 22, 2021, the visitor center was closed , the Nuckhahee learning center was also closed but the Ya Gub Weh Tuh campground was opened, the trails were opened and the Indian Village was also opened. Aholul group campground also opened. Hiking : 1. You can hike to the bridge. It's a very easy short hike, but when you get to the bridge , you are rewarded with beautiful views of the San Joaquin River Gorge. A nice spot to eat lunch. Some folks fishing down below by the water. 2. You can hike the Pa'san Ridge Loop Trail. It's uphills and I'd rate it moderate. 7.9 mile , 1,538 ft elevation gain. Loop. (AllTrails.com) 3. You can hike the Wuh-Ki'o trail. I can't tell you because I've never done this one. 8.0 mile, 1,354 ft elevation gain. Out-back. (According to AllTrails.com ) It gets pretty hot here during summer months. Avoid doing this hike in the summer. Today was unusually cool for this time of the year in this area. All of the parking lots were full , tons of cyclists, trail runners, hikers. Pretty busy place.

Great place. Friendly hikers. Honestly no complaints. Some people brought their dogs as well. A lot…read moreof people biking.

I was looking for a nice park to do a photo shoot for a campaign I'm doing for work. The…read moreparticipant suggested this park and I'm so glad we came here for it. It is a very spacious park. I was surprised how big it was. There are plenty of parking around the park. I saw a nice trail for people to walk on which is fantastic. On the park itself there are two big bridges I saw and in the distance is also a playground area with jungle gym for little ones to play at. Quite a lively park with many people utilizing it. There are many big and established grown trees providing lots of shade. This park is great for sports and outdoor activities because of the open space. There was no trash on the floor and the park is pretty well kept.

Nice little park centrally located near shops. Tons of parking, playground, picnic areas, tree…read morelined trail for walking or running. It's always peaceful and nice when I visit.

Ahwahnee Hills Regional Park: May 8 (5 of 5)…read more Elevation: 2,400 ft Pedestrian Trails: 7 miles This park is maintained by volunteers. There is no fee to enter through the gate, but donations are welcome. There is a small donation box at the parking area. There are several picnic benches, plus single benches along the paths. Walk through the paths of wildflowers and various native and non-native plant species that thrive in the park's open areas. Short and tall grass sway in the breeze. Listen to the birds sing their happy tune. If you feel like it, bring a book and sit on the benches along the paths, or just relax and enjoy the quiet serenity.

If I could give a zero star I would. the equestrian trails are not taken care of of. There is a…read moretrail completely not maintained and the other is not accessible towards the end and take you to the a cliff. There is a lot of holes and just not safe for horses.

Beautiful clean water only the restrooms are so duty seems no one clean a while I had a good time…read morewith my family beautiful spot

Great place to sit by the river and let your dogs off leash in the mornings because there are not a…read morelot of people there until the afternoon. One drawback is the amount of trash and broken glass that is around the rivers edge. Just check the area before you let your kids or dogs run around and wear water shoes or thick sandals when getting into the river.

Fresno Flats, Oakhurst: 2025 Dec 20 (5 of 5) Community…read moreHoliday Fair & Market In the little town of Oakhurst, where people are few but hearts are big, I noticed the folks here try and support each other in the little things they do. Today, a community holiday fair was held at Fresno Flats. I joined the lucky folks and did a walk-about. Holiday music fills the air on this gorgeous morning, while animals made their debut. I made friends with a couple of goats - actually, it was mama and her kid. As her kid nuzzled up to visitors and chewed on some treats, mama stood guard. I even managed to pet the kid and persuade it to eat out of my hand. Present were two food trucks. Chef Yuji and his lovely wife, Veronique are known to everyone in this little town. Their food truck emblazoned with Matsumoto Samurai's Kitchen parked in its usual spot, offering several Japanese delights to choose from. Their sushi is always fresh and delicious. The chefs take pride in what they serve. Of course, I couldn't walk away without getting my favourite. Poki Bowl: fresh tuna and salmon over sushi rice and two sides. I stopped by a stall manned by Stacy (she gave me permission to take her photo and post it on social media). Stacy said she makes all the natural products herself: soaps, candles, lip gloss, etc. The items looked clean and well packaged. I think they're perfect as stocking stuffers, or just a sweet gift to someone special. It looks like everyone there was having a lovely time: children dressed up and playing in the park, while adults chatted under the tent. There were folks in period costumes handing out candy canes, even Santa was on hand to 'ho-ho-ho' his way. Overall, this is a lovely place to spend a few hours.

What a fun place! Many relocated structure are on this property. Look for their monthly craft…read morefair/open houses. The museum is now open. Learn about mountain living in days of yore

We bought the Senior Park Pass for $20 and now have free access for a year to any National Park…read more So we got into Yosemite on our second day of vacation for free! A favorite of ours is Bridle Vail Falls. It's a rest stop with plenty of bathrooms, but also there's a really nice easy walking trail and Bridle Vail Falls is up close so you don't have to hike a mile or more to see it. A great place to refresh and stretch your legs. There was some road construction so naturally with a two lane road there are delays. Not too long of a wait. The previous fire damage is obvious as is the new growth. Once inside Yosemite Village things are back to normal (thankfully) and the glory that is Yosemite reigns supreme. Expect a 1 1/2 to 2 hour drive into and out of the park. Take maps because cell service can be tricky. Go!

Reservation is required to drive into or through the park on some dates/times through Oct 27. Check…read morethe website for more information. You can enter the park without a reservation before 5 am or after 4 pm. Reservations are required at any time in between. The YNP South Side is amazing! Breath breathtaking views, beautiful waterfalls (Vernal & Nevada Falls), and much to explore. It takes about 45mins-1hr to get from the South Entrance to Yosemite Valley. We stayed about 25 minutes from the South Side Entrance and arrived at YNP around 4:30 am. We did not have to pay entrance fees and could experience the beautiful sunrise. If you can do that, please don't hesitate; it's so worth it. Plus, if you start early, you avoid the crowds and see more of YNP!

Visited Yosemite Falls on May 1st, and it felt just right…read more No crowds, perfect weather -- not too hot, not too cold. The waterfall was powerful, full of life, rushing down like it had something to say. Yosemite National Park felt wild and peaceful at the same time -- clean, untouched, and deeply beautiful. Grateful for everyone who takes care of this place

Visited Yosemite National Park for the first time in a while on Easter weekend! Definitely…read morerecommend coming on a weekday/non-holiday time or arriving early as the park gets pretty crowded - we waited about 30 minutes to get through the entrance on Saturday. Park is well maintained and very prompt on trail closures. There's something for everyone here from straightforward and short paved walks to more intense ones like Half Dome. We hiked the Vernal Falls & Nevada Falls trail on Friday, and part of the John Muir trail was closed due to snow so we had to do it out and back instead of a loop. Views were stunning and there was a lot of water in the falls this time of year! Took us a little over 4 hours to complete. Only downside was that this is a very popular trail so we were having to move slowly and wait behind people on some narrow portions. We stopped by Lower Yosemite Falls on Saturday and it is a simple, easy stroll with a great view, but super super packed. We weren't able to find parking so one person had to keep circling the lot until. Gift shops were nice and I picked up a couple of magnets as souvenirs. Overall, I would definitely return, and will plan my next visit around the crowds. Pro tip: find accommodation inside the park if possible. The roads leading into the park are very windy and going back and forth made me a bit car sick. All the lodges were already completely booked, so next time I will plan well in advance.