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.)

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NOVEL CORONAVIRUS DISEASE (COVID-19) UPDATE

March 19, 2020 - California Governor issues a stay at home order to establish consistency across the state in order to slow the spread of COVID-19. Find more information at the California Coronavirus (COVID-19) website: covid19.ca.gov Read on...
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Request for Proposal (RFP)

Mariposa County Behavioral Health and Recovery Services (MCBHRS) is seeking proposals for the provision of Early Intervention services funded by the Mental Health Services Act (MHSA). Read on...
Tire Amnesty Day

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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.