California's Western Sierra

Lush forests teaming with wildlife, glaciated granite domes, spectacular waterfalls, towering groves of Giant Sequoias, aquamarine pools, lakes, and tributaries, and two of California’s three renowned National Parks – Yosemite and Sequoia. Welcome to the western Sierra.

Few locations in the world rival the stunning beauty of this renowned section of the Sierra Nevada range. Its natural bounties provide a tremendous range of recreational opportunities with each changing season from backpacking, hiking, and camping, to kayaking, fishing, and white water rafting in the warmer months to downhill and cross country skiing, snowmobiling, and snowshoeing in winter.

Along with breathtaking views from its rugged peaks, California's western Sierra is known for its unique geological features and diverse cultural influences. From the earliest Native American inhabitants and Gold Rush pioneers -- to today’s colorful residents and visitors who cherish the abundant beauty, adventure and serene peacefulness offered by this treasured California mountain region

For more detailed information about this area please visit our member websites:

El Dorado County Visitors Authority 542 Main Street Placerville, CA 95667 Phone: 800-457-6279 http://www.visit-eldorado.com Mariposa County Visitors Bureau P. O. Box 967 Mariposa, CA 95338 Phone: 209-966-3685 http://www.homeofyosemite.com Tuolumne County Visitors Bureau P.O. Box 4020 Sonora, CA 95370 Phone: 209-533-4420 http://thegreatunfenced.com

Groveland Hotel 18767 Main Street P.O. Box 289 Groveland, CA 95321 Phone: 209-962-4000 http://groveland.com Yosemite Sierra Visitors Bureau 40637 Highway 41 Oakhurst, CA 93644 Phone: 559-683-4636 http://www.yosemite-sierra.org