John Muir was a famous naturalist, writer and conservationist. But, most importantly, he was a protector of Yosemite. Here's how you can experience Yosemite National Park through his own footsteps on his first trip to Mariposa County.

Yosemite National Park along with Yosemite Gateway Counties- Mono, Tuolumne, Mariposa, and Madera are proud to announce that they were selected as the winner in a surprise inaugural category. The Excellence in Destination Stewardship recognized the destinations for their collaborative digital influencer campaign.

These zero-emission vehicles will operate on Yosemite Area Regional Transportation System routes by the end of 2020, making YARTS the first public transit agency to utilize battery-operated vehicles for service into a National Park.

Lyle joins resort from Grand Canyon National Park where he served in the same role

AutoCamp, a modern and stylish outdoor hotel experience that makes connecting with the great outdoors easy for everyone, today announced the company has broken ground for its newest property near California's Yosemite National Park. AutoCamp (https://bit.ly/2KZ9VX8) will continue to partner with Ohio-based Airstream, Inc. (https://bit.ly/2aKkdJ0) as it begins its national expansion. The AutoCamp team also announced a fire relief program.

The Yosemite Songwriting Retreat is scheduled for October 5 through 8 at the Yosemite Bug Rustic Mountain Resort in Midpines, California. Tuition fees for the retreat are $400.00. Accommodation prices start at $226 per person. All retreat accommodation packages include taxes and eight meals from The Bug's gourmet café, which features fresh, organic and local foods with an emphasis on vegan and vegetarian offerings. Retreat participants also receive special discounts on spa services, including yoga classes, hot tubbing and sauna. The retreat is open to anyone 18 years and over. Register online at www.yosemitesongwriting.com

California's summer fire season has turned a corner for Yosemite National Park with the reopening of the park's most popular attraction, Yosemite Valley. Yosemite's Gateway communities have come together with #YosemiteNOW on social media to show the world Yosemite's current conditions and encourage visitation that is vital to the region's economic recovery. #YosemiteNOW has quickly gained momentum among thousands of Yosemite fans.

The second annual Mariposa Go West Festival is set for Saturday, Oct. 14 in downtown Mariposa, just outside Yosemite National Park, in California.

Eight Tesla Supercharging Stations are the newest addition to existing green and sustainability programs.

Experience a weekend of delicious regional wines and gourmet food tastings on the grounds of the bucolic Mariposa Courthouse in the historic town of Marposa in the Sierra Foothills near Yosemite National Park.

Tickets available for the 4th Yosemite Music Festival annual music event taking place July 7-8, 2017!

New brand for Yosemite Mariposa County!

The Annual Mariposa Farm and Ranch Tour is being held Saturday September 24th from 10 am to 5 pm...

President Obama and the First Family enjoyed Father's Day at Yosemite National Park...

Delight in an afternoon of delicious regional wines and art on the grounds of the historic Mariposa County Courthouse in Mariposa County...

Heavy winter rains bring big waterfalls and beautiful wildflowers all over Yosemite/Mariposa County this spring.

An awesome 2016 begins in Yosemite with the centennial of the National Park Service kicking off in January and plenty of outdoor recreation, events and lodging deals on offer all winter long.

Nine speakers have been announced for milestone program set for November 14th at the historic Richard D. Fiester Auditorium at the Mariposa County High School. The 2015 event brings together dynamic speakers and performers from a broad spectrum of disciplines – from outdoor education to pioneering wildlife protection projects and ground-breaking vertical dance...

From the lavish Bracebridge Dinner at The Ahwahnee to the family-friendly gingerbread-making workshops at the Tenaya Lodge, to a wide range of outdoor activities, Yosemite is the ideal holiday getaway this winter...

Park entrance fees will be waived in honor of 99th the birthday of the National Park Service..