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Mariposa is a piece of peace in central California
Tucked within the Sierra Nevada foothills, Mariposa is a California community that surrounds residents with serenity. This rural area of roughly 1,100 people offers a slower pace of life, removed from metropolitan centers. People come here for tranquility, whether on a hiking trail or one of the community’s residential streets. “It’s the peace that you get when you get away from the city. It’s very quiet,” says Tammy Burgess, a local Realtor with Realty Executives of Northern California, who has 15 years of experience. “Your neighbors are about 3 acres apart. And you get a hometown, family feeling.”
Mariposa’s welcoming streets invite exploration and connection.
Mariposa’s homes offer privacy and comfort, with prices as low as $130,000.
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Trails abound around this region
This area of the state is a hiker’s paradise. Mariposa residents are within 5 miles of the Stockton Creek Preserve, where a few miles of trails weave through green hills. Mariposa Park, adjacent to downtown, has trails, tennis courts and a playground. The roughly 748,000-acre Yosemite National Park is around 30 miles north of Mariposa. “People come from all over the world to visit the park,” Burgess says. The park features more than 800 miles of trails and 13 campgrounds. Horseshoe Bend Recreation Area, also about 30 miles north, provides access to Lake McClure for boating and fishing.
Trails at Stockton Creek offer scenic views near Mariposa.
Yosemite National Park is a short drive from Mariposa.
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Homes can fit a variety of budgets
The wide-open spaces in and around the Mariposa area allow for a diverse mix of properties. Burgess says options can range from a manufactured home for $130,000 to a mansion for $1.4 million. Most of Mariposa’s listings go for $330,000 to $690,000, and ranch-style homes and bungalows built across the mid-to-late 20th century are common. Lots span from one-fifth of an acre to several acres.
Bungalows in Mariposa blend classic charm with modern living.
Bungalows in Mariposa blend classic design with modern amenities.
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Namesake festival is an annual tradition
Mariposa is the Spanish word for butterfly, and the community recognizes that heritage with its annual Butterfly Festival. Held on the first weekend of May, the festival includes a parade, a car show, multiple live bands and butterfly releases that are free for attendees to take part in. “The Butterfly Festival definitely is the big draw,” Burgess says. The Mariposa County Fair, which dates back more than 80 years, comes around in the summer and features a rodeo, livestock shows and carnival rides. The Merry Mountain Christmas Parade & Tree Lighting takes over downtown in mid-December and offers photo opportunities with Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus.
Locals celebrate the annual Butterfly Festival at Mariposa Fair grounds each May.
Locals enjoy exploring Mariposa’s rich history at the museum.
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Downtown is the center of commercial activity
Mariposa’s downtown unfurls along Central Yosemite Highway. This thoroughfare is home to most of the community’s businesses, including several restaurants. Frederick’s of Savorys offers a fine dining experience with popular pasta dishes and steaks. The French onion soup is one of the signature items at Charles Street Dinner House. “They have great fish, great steak. A nice surf and turf situation,” Burgess says. Shops downtown range from home goods store Mae It Be Home to Uncle Bingo, a skate shop. Pioneer Market is a family-owned spot for groceries here. The market is adjacent to the Mariposa Museum & History Center, whose exhibits focus on the Gold Rush era in the region. Central Yosemite Highway also has multiple hotels because tourism is a major industry with so many outdoor attractions nearby.
Locals like to walk downtown for festivals and community gatherings.
Mariposa Museum & History Center highlights the region’s Gold Rush heritage.
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Mariposa schools host an assortment of extracurricular activities
Mariposa County Unified School District gets a B-minus grade on Niche. Mariposa Elementary, which has kindergarten through eighth grade, is C-plus-rated. The school offers an after-school program with tutoring and activities like cooking and art. Mariposa County High earns a B-plus rating, and its student groups include a dance club and a poetry club.
Mariposa Elementary School is a hub for young learners in the heart of Mariposa.
Mariposa County High School is where the next generation of Mariposa leaders begins.
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Merced is accessible on Central Yosemite Highway
Though Mariposa is relatively remote, drivers have quick access to California State Route 140, which makes up Central Yosemite Highway. The roadway runs directly to Merced, located about 30 miles southwest and the largest city within an hour of Mariposa. Travelers can use Merced Regional Airport for flights to Las Vegas and Los Angeles through Advanced Air. Route 140 also connects drivers to Yosemite National Park’s Arch Rock entrance, just over 30 miles northeast. The Yosemite Area Regional Transportation System network offers bus rides into the national park and has stops in downtown Mariposa. Locals don’t have to leave Mariposa for medical services. The John C. Fremont Healthcare District has a 24-hour emergency department.
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