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Coulterville
Half a day: walk the historic main street, visit the history center and eat lunch. Not a base unless you want a quiet night near Yosemite's west entrance.
Coulterville is a Gold Rush ghost town with a preserved 1850s main street, a small history museum and one historic hotel. It sits 43 km northwest of Mariposa and about 30 km from Yosemite's west entrance. Most travellers stop for 1–2 hours on the way to or from Yosemite.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- USD
- Best months
- Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct
- avoid Jul–Aug (hot, fire risk), Dec–Feb (cold, some businesses close)
- Airports
- FAT · SMF
- Nights
- 1
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Rules in force · 7Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs …Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but ta…
- North America ↗Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs your passport even on a day trip; rental cars need the company's written permission to cross, and most US and Canadian rental insurance stops at the Mexican border.
- North America ↗Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but taking any amount across the US, Canadian or Mexican border is a federal crime — including edibles and vapes.
- North America ↗The busiest US and Canadian national parks need timed-entry, campsite or lodge reservations in summer; release dates are months ahead.
- United States ↗Check whether you need an ESTA (Visa Waiver Program) or a visa on the official CBP and State Department sites; apply only through esta.cbp.dhs.gov, not third-party sites, and allow time before you book.
- United States ↗Several popular national parks use timed-entry or vehicle reservations in peak season; check each park's page on nps.gov and book on recreation.gov before fixing your dates.
- United States ↗Medical care is very expensive for visitors; buy travel insurance with high medical cover before you fly.
- United States ↗Tipping is expected: about 15–20% at sit-down restaurants and bars, and a tip for taxis, hotel staff and guides.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
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- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Coulterville911 ▾
- Police, fire, ambulance911
- Mariposa County Sheriff (non-emergency)209-966-3615
Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.
EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Coulterville, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the US dollar (USD, $).United States-wide
- SIM or eSIMAT&T, Verizon and T-Mobile cover the country; prepaid SIMs at their stores and Walmart/Target (passport required), or an eSIM before you fly.United States-wide
- Tap waterTap water is drinkable nearly everywhere; boil or treat water from streams in parks.United States-wide
- TippingSit-down restaurant: 18–22% of the pre-tax bill.United States-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets A/B. US/Canada (A/B): fits · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 120 V: UK and AU 230 V-only devices need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.United States-wide
- SafetyVery safe; the main risk is driving on winding mountain roads, especially at night or in wet weather.
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- RestroomsFree public toilets are scarce in big cities; use cafés, department stores, libraries, stations.United States-wide
- Emergency numbers911 police, fire, ambulance · 209-966-3615 Mariposa County Sheriff (non-emergency)
- Sundays & holidaysFederal holidays close offices, banks and post offices; national parks stay open.United States-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportFAT Fresno Yosemite International (About 1 h 45 min drive via CA-99 and CA-132).
- Getting aroundCoulterville is walkable (one main street).
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Coffee$3–5
- BeerBeer (bottle)$5–7
- Budget bedCampsite (Yosemite Springs), a night, per personUS$30
- Mid-range bedHotel Jeffery double room, a night, per roomUS$150
- High-end bedHotel Jeffery double room, a night, per roomUS$200
A day, not counting the bed: Budget US$60 · Mid US$130 · High US$220
Prices in local money; change the currency in the header to see yours next to them. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- FAT Fresno Yosemite International (About 1 h 45 min drive via CA-99 and CA-132) · SMF Sacramento International (About 2 h 15 min drive via CA-99 and CA-132)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Avoid
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
Feb
Avoid
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
Mar
not flagged
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
Apr
Best
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
May
Best
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
Jun
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Jul
Avoid
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
Aug
Avoid
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Sep
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Oct
Best
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
Nov
not flagged
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
Dec
Avoid
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
Best: Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct. Avoid: Jul–Aug, Dec–Feb. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)), coolest Jan (2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C) low), wettest Jan (9 rain days), driest Jul (1). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Coulterville: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
9 rd
Feb
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C)
8 rd
Mar
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
9 rd
Apr
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
6 rd
May
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
4 rd
Jun
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
2 rd
Jul
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
1 rd
Aug
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
1 rd
Sep
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
2 rd
Oct
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
4 rd
Nov
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C)
7 rd
Dec
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
9 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Coulterville is walkable (one main street). A car is needed to reach Yosemite or Mariposa.
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Yosemite National Park (west entrance)
goDoor to door: About 30 min
CA-132 west to Big Oak Flat entrance, about 30 min drive
Check park entry reservations if required (typically Apr–Oct).
Mariposa
goDoor to door: About 30 min
CA-49 south, about 30 min drive
County seat with the Mariposa Museum and History Center.
Groveland
goDoor to door: About 25 min
CA-120 west, about 25 min drive
Gateway town with restaurants and the historic Groveland Hotel.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Main Street / Highway 49
Hotel Jeffery and a few B&Bs; walkable to the history center and saloon.
Greeley Hill Road
Yosemite Springs offers camping, airstreams and a B&B; about 15 min drive from the village.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- $60–100 excl. bed
- Mid
- $100–180 excl. bed
- High
- $180+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Hotel Jeffery double room1 × 1 night × US$150 | US$150 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × US$130 | US$260 |
| Lunch at the saloon2 × US$15 | US$30 |
| History Center entry (donation)2 × US$5 · check | US$10 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | US$45 |
| Trip total≈ US$248 per person per day, bed included | US$495 |
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2026 estimate in USD; flights and Yosemite entry excluded.
Prices of common things
| Coffee | $3–5 |
| Burger at the saloon | $12–16 |
| Beer (bottle) | $5–7 |
| History Center donation | $5 suggested |
| Gas (per gallon) | check |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Some businesses close early or are seasonal; check hours ahead.
- Cell service can be spotty in the canyon; download maps offline.
- No gas station in the village; fill up in Mariposa or Groveland.
Emergency numbers
- Police, fire, ambulance
- 911
- Mariposa County Sheriff (non-emergency)
- 209-966-3615
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Emergency
- Police, fire, ambulance911
- Mariposa County Sheriff (non-emergency)209-966-3615
Embassy
Nearest consulates in San Francisco (about 3 h drive).
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Fresno Airport → Coulterville (rental car): about $60–80 rental per day, 1 h 45 min drive
- Sacramento Airport → Coulterville (rental car): about $60–80 rental per day, 2 h 15 min drive
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Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
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This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Coulterville. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
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- Best months: Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct · avoid Jul–Aug (hot, fire risk), Dec–Feb (cold, some businesses close) · month by month →
- 2 airports and 2 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 3 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
- Walking clusters with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Field-verified times and fares
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