Guidebook for Oakhurst
Parks & Nature
It's probably the most iconic view of all the National Parks with views of El Capitan, Half Dome and Bridalveil Falls.
27 locals recommend
Tunnel view
It's probably the most iconic view of all the National Parks with views of El Capitan, Half Dome and Bridalveil Falls.
A totally different view from above Half Dome. Less crowded than other areas and a good start for trail heads and hiking
69 locals recommend
Glacier Point
Glacier Point RoadA totally different view from above Half Dome. Less crowded than other areas and a good start for trail heads and hiking
This is the entrance just 12 miles from Water Fall House and is close to the Mariposa Grove of giant Sequoia redwoods and the historical Big Trees Hotel (formerly the Wawona).
South Entrance
This is the entrance just 12 miles from Water Fall House and is close to the Mariposa Grove of giant Sequoia redwoods and the historical Big Trees Hotel (formerly the Wawona).
Like the Mariposa Grove in Yosemite without the crowds.
47 locals recommend
Nelder Grove - Giant Sequoias
Like the Mariposa Grove in Yosemite without the crowds.
Fresno Dome Trailhead
Amazing views of the high Sierra.
Lewis Creek Trail
Cedar Valley DriveFantastic walking trail along Lewis Creek
Willow Creek Trailhead
Road 432Great trailhead at Bass Lake for day hike.
Entertainment & Activities
Golden Chain Theatre
42130 CA-41Campy melodramas and serious theater by locals
Bass Lake Boat Rentals and Watersports
54406 Rd 432Rent a party boat , ski boat, or jet skis.
Essentials
Raley's
40041 CA-49Vons
40044 CA-49Sierra Suds
Valero Corner Store
Food Scene
AMAZING Mexican food. Owner's favorite everyday restaurant. Open for lunch and dinner. Closed Sundays.
78 locals recommend
Plazuelas Mexican Restaurant
40015 CA-49AMAZING Mexican food. Owner's favorite everyday restaurant. Open for lunch and dinner. Closed Sundays.
Pete's Place
40093 CA-41Breakfast and lunch. Big portions. Iconic Oakhurst.
The ultimate in fine dining. Michelin rated. Expensive but worth the experience for special occasions. People fly into Fresno just to come to the Elderberry House
93 locals recommend
Erna's Elderberry House
48688 Victoria LnThe ultimate in fine dining. Michelin rated. Expensive but worth the experience for special occasions. People fly into Fresno just to come to the Elderberry House
Reimer's Candies, & Ice Cream
41969 CA-41Yum! Ice cream and candy. It gets no better.
Burgers by the lake. Great milk shakes. Try the 50/50 fries and onion rings. One of my favorites.
117 locals recommend
The Forks Resort
39150 Rd 222Burgers by the lake. Great milk shakes. Try the 50/50 fries and onion rings. One of my favorites.
Sweetwater Steakhouse
41177 CA-41Breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Narrow Gauge Inn
48571 CA-41Pop's
40278 Rd 425ALove Café
39993 CA-41Breakfast and lunch -- all vegetarian all the time.
Arts & Culture
Old historical buildings moved to the park tell the story of Oakhurst as a trading route.
43 locals recommend
Fresno Flats Historical Park
49777 High School RdOld historical buildings moved to the park tell the story of Oakhurst as a trading route.
Timberline Art Gallery
40982 CA-41Several galleries in one location featuring local artists.
Drinks & Nightlife
The Pines Resort
54432 Rd 432Southgate Brewing Company
40233 Enterprise DrAward-winning local beers
Wonderful local wines with occasional entertainment. See also Queen's Inn Wine Bar at same location.
61 locals recommend
Idle Hour Winery & Kitchen
41139 CA-41Wonderful local wines with occasional entertainment. See also Queen's Inn Wine Bar at same location.
Wine bar open seven nights a week during summer. Live music and dancing on Friday nights during the summer months. Open mic every Tuesday year round.
17 locals recommend
Queens Inn by the River
41139 CA-41Wine bar open seven nights a week during summer. Live music and dancing on Friday nights during the summer months. Open mic every Tuesday year round.
Shopping
Don't believe the directions; the shop has moved. It's on Highway 41 behind the bicycle shop. at 40680 CA-41., My sister's shop ... perfect for one of a kind gifts, momentos, vintage things, etc.
Eclectic
40282 CA-41Don't believe the directions; the shop has moved. It's on Highway 41 behind the bicycle shop. at 40680 CA-41., My sister's shop ... perfect for one of a kind gifts, momentos, vintage things, etc.