Mariposa County, CA - Official Website

History Abounds

Grinding holes in Foresta, California. (Photo courtesy of Dave Conway.)
Pastoral Settings

Number 9 Road running through lush green Spring fields in Catheys Valley.
Field of Flowers

Hillside display of clarkia flowers off of Highway 49 South. (Photo courtesy of Dave Conway.)
Quiet Splendor

Tenaya Lake, located in Mariposa County within the borders of Yosemite National Park. (Photo courtesy of the Yosemite - Mariposa County Tourism Bureau.)

Recovery Information Moves

The Mariposa County Recovers website information was merged onto the County’s main website over the weekend. Users will find the same information and resources but it now looks a little differently. Read on...
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Swimming Lesson Registration Open!

With summer just around the corner, swimming lessons can't be far behind! Swimming lesson registration is now open AND can be done and paid for online. Read on...
Arts-based Community Development Investment for Mariposa County

Mariposa County and the Mariposa County Arts Council are one of 57 National Endowment for the Arts "Our Town" projects selected nationwide Read on...
Household Hazardous Waste Collection

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History

When California was formed in 1850, Mariposa County was one of the original 27 counties and covered one-fifth of the state. The County was reapportioned to create all of parts of 11 other counties giving rise to the nickname the “Mother of Counties.”

Living Here

With no incorporated cities (or stop lights), people either live in rural areas or in one of our many charming communities. They also enjoy varied outdoor recreational opportunities as the terrain ranges from grassy rolling hills to alpine-like mountains.

Present Day

Today, our county is known for friendly citizens who greet or play host to the large number of visitors who come from around the world. We are also known for our festivals and fun spirit which are enjoyed by visitors and locals, alike.