Things to Do in Mariposa, CA - Mariposa Attractions
Things to Do in Mariposa
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Mariposa Museum and History Center, California State Mining and Mineral Museum, Waterfalls, History Museums. For personalized recommendations, try our AI trip-planning product.
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- barbarajgmFresno, CA49 contributionsVery well organized museum with TONS of history and visuals. There was so much to see! Staff was friendly and knowledgeable.Written November 23, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- travwfamMontgomery, AL1 contributionMy family of 5 had a great time exploring the museum this afternoon. They have some excellent mineral specimens and some really cool gold mining exhibits/artifacts including a very authentic feeling mine replica that you could walk into. They even had a mine craft themed educational scavenger hunt that my kids got a cool surprise for completing.Written October 6, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- TodandTiffLubbock, TX203 contributionsThis happens for about 10 days at the end of February for about 5-10 minutes at sunset. Get there about 2 hours early. We arrived at a parking lot at 3:15pm with sunset at 5:33pm. We had a snack and took a little nap in the car with the sunshade up. This is a big deal with people coming from all over the country. We found some souvenirs for Fire falls at the Yosemite Lodge gift shop.Written February 27, 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- DannyWassermanVirginia Beach, VA4,648 contributionsDecent visitor going to Mariposa County in an area just West of Yosemite National Park. They have information about this quaint western town and its riches. Close by, they have a gold mining museum which has a rich history on the gold rich of 1849 and all the famous gems and minerals, etc. on display. It gives you a chronological timeline of the gold rush and exploration of all the CA mines and the minerals found. Really cool displays.Written June 27, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Travel61344993993San Bernardino, CA2 contributionsThe historic Goldtown of Mariposa was so nice to visit. The old buildings from the late 1800s are still in use today. There are a lot of gift shops and restaurants. I felt like we were stepping back in time.Written April 28, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- JPSanta Rosa, CA1 contributionCharming location and great cider. A real mix of cider styles, with something for cider fans, beer fans, and wine fans alike. If you're going to be in Mariposa, you must visit!Written March 24, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Peter KChino Hills, CA5 contributionsNot sure why this is listed as something to do in Mariposa unless they are referring to the entire county. This is a 2.5 hour round trip hike within Yosemite National Park, so add another 1.2 hrs to drive there from Mariposa, CA. This is just above Vernal Falls so it is beautiful if you are up for a strenuous hike.Written July 18, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- BradHong Kong, China182,628 contributionsOne of the historic attractions you can see in Mariposa is the County's Old Stone Jail on Bullion Street.
What you will find is a single floor jailhouse constructed in 1858 during the mining era. The jailhouse is made of granite stones quarried from nearby Mormon Bar. You can walk around the jailhouse and view its exterior architecture but it is not open for public visitation so no visits inside unfortunately. A short history is provided in front of the historic building.
You can conveniently combine a visit here with the historic Cathedral and the Country Courthouse both of which are also located on Bullion Street. Pick up the free city map provided at the Visitor Centre on the main road (H-140) to locate these and other historic properties around Mariposa conveniently.Written May 3, 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Brian RNorthridge, CA894 contributionsWe were roaming around in Yosemite and were in Wawona and missed the turn to the Pioneer Village; so we turned on the next road and followed through the backside of Wawona and through Yosemite in the Redwoods. We came upon the trailhead parking lot and parked. A very nice ride and then a very nice hike up to the first falls. This was the first time I had ever been in this part of Yosemite in the multitude of times that I have been there . Definitely a place that we will return to.Written May 24, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- SilverFox925Los Angeles, CA292 contributionsThis is one of the oldest courthouses in the west still in every day use. Mostly everything is original to the building. A few lights have been upgraded but the same oil lamp fixtures are still there. The wood in the chairs, benches, and tables are original. This courthouse truly takes you back in time. Worth a short visit to walk through.Written September 17, 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- BradHong Kong, China182,628 contributionsSt. Joseph's Catholic Church is one of several historical landmark buildings along Bullion Street in Mariposa. This is a small wooden church that was built in 1862 and included on the National Register of Historic Places in 1991.
The church is Carpenter Gothic in style. It has a simple and attractive white exterior with a front steeple at the church entrance. There are some flowers and planted beds in front of the church as well. Within, you'll find a simple interior with modest decor.
For those potentially interested in attending mass at the historic church, the posted masses schedule at the time of our visit was 8am daily, 10.30am on Sunday and 5pm on Saturdays.
Note, Visitors interested in viewing other historic sites around the area can also see the old stone jailhouse just a few blocks away as well as the Mariposa County Courthouse further up Bullion road between 9th and 10th Steets.
If you stop by the Visitor Centre of Highway 140 near the north end of Mariposa, you can pick up a free map of the town which includes each of these locations, making them very easy to locate while you are sightseeing around the town.Written May 15, 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
