Local Attractions
Food scene
Local staples, unique bites and hot drinks.
Local, well stocked supermarket. Organic produce, deli and bakery. If you're already up the hill, its the best option for a comprehensive re-supply.
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Twain Harte Market station
Local, well stocked supermarket. Organic produce, deli and bakery. If you're already up the hill, its the best option for a comprehensive re-supply.
Open through all seasons and has a great outdoor area to enjoy the mountains and your BBQ together. Rustic charm, homemade baked goods and the usual suspects of burgers, salads and grilled specialties. Good for the whole family. Did I mention beer on tap?
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The Rock of Twain Harte
23068 Fuller RdOpen through all seasons and has a great outdoor area to enjoy the mountains and your BBQ together. Rustic charm, homemade baked goods and the usual suspects of burgers, salads and grilled specialties. Good for the whole family. Did I mention beer on tap?
A fantastic sandwich shop with fresh baked goods and unique kombucha combos. If you are heading out for a hike or picnic, this is your spot to pack your basket.
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Alicia's Sugar Shack Twain Harte
24191 CA-108A fantastic sandwich shop with fresh baked goods and unique kombucha combos. If you are heading out for a hike or picnic, this is your spot to pack your basket.
your caffeine fix and a variety of morning treats including baked goods and acai bowls. There is WIFI available for those of you who like time away from the house.
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Caffe Blossom
23063 Fuller Rdyour caffeine fix and a variety of morning treats including baked goods and acai bowls. There is WIFI available for those of you who like time away from the house.
Offers a decent Mexican food option and also can make a variety of margaritas.
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El Jardin
22997 Joaquin Gully RdOffers a decent Mexican food option and also can make a variety of margaritas.
Has strong reviews and is always easy to grab a seat
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China House of Twain Harte
22968 Joaquin Gully RdHas strong reviews and is always easy to grab a seat
A great little in-and-out breakfast joint when you need some waffles and a proper omelet. Quick, easy and value option.
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Sportsman Cafe Shop
22978 Joaquin Gully RdA great little in-and-out breakfast joint when you need some waffles and a proper omelet. Quick, easy and value option.
Has a variety of hearty meals in a classic steakhouse setting. It can get busy on weekend evenings but it’s a great option for relaxed dining.
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The Eproson House
22930 Twain Harte DrHas a variety of hearty meals in a classic steakhouse setting. It can get busy on weekend evenings but it’s a great option for relaxed dining.
The Prospector
23092 Fuller RdUnique artisan pizza combos and a relaxed atmosphere.
Day Trips and Local Attractions
Small local destinations, hikes and venues
If you’re doing a family day, consider Pinecrest Lake your primary destination. A burger shack and paddleboard rental adorn the lake with epic views. You can cruise the trail around the lake and even head up to Cleo’s Bath if you are looking to jump in some natural water features. The beach on the lake is a great place to spend the entire day.
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Pinecrest Lake
If you’re doing a family day, consider Pinecrest Lake your primary destination. A burger shack and paddleboard rental adorn the lake with epic views. You can cruise the trail around the lake and even head up to Cleo’s Bath if you are looking to jump in some natural water features. The beach on the lake is a great place to spend the entire day.
If you want to get out on the big lake you can head down to Don Pedro Lake where you can rent a boat, a barge or just hang out on the shore. The lake is deep and includes options for Houseboating, Wake/Ski and Tubing. Other options for big lake access include New Melones and Lake Tulloch.
Don Pedro Reservoir vista point
California 49If you want to get out on the big lake you can head down to Don Pedro Lake where you can rent a boat, a barge or just hang out on the shore. The lake is deep and includes options for Houseboating, Wake/Ski and Tubing. Other options for big lake access include New Melones and Lake Tulloch.
If you want a classic high-sierra experience look into Crabtree Trailhead to end at a sparsely populated lake (4wheel drive recommended).
Crabtree Trailhead
If you want a classic high-sierra experience look into Crabtree Trailhead to end at a sparsely populated lake (4wheel drive recommended).
Historical park with some of the only operating rail engines still on tracks today. Get a ride on the railway, see the old trains undergoing maintenance, and learn about the plethora of films which were shot there including Back to the Future and more.
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Parque Histórico Estatal Railtown 1897
10501 Reservoir RdHistorical park with some of the only operating rail engines still on tracks today. Get a ride on the railway, see the old trains undergoing maintenance, and learn about the plethora of films which were shot there including Back to the Future and more.
Dog friendly (on leash) trail which winds up the canyon with views of the river underneath. Learn about the history of logging and rail on the route and see the old tracks which used to transport logging teams down the mountain.
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West Side Trail
West Side Rails: Tuolumne City to North Fork/Tuolumne RiverDog friendly (on leash) trail which winds up the canyon with views of the river underneath. Learn about the history of logging and rail on the route and see the old tracks which used to transport logging teams down the mountain.
Sneaky trail with 4x4 access which is a local favorite for climbers and sightseers. Head to the top of the moon-like table top mountain or down to the reservoir below. Walk through wild oaks and tall grass. A great place to enjoy a short hike.
Table Top Mountain
Sneaky trail with 4x4 access which is a local favorite for climbers and sightseers. Head to the top of the moon-like table top mountain or down to the reservoir below. Walk through wild oaks and tall grass. A great place to enjoy a short hike.
The local and fairly priced family ski resort in the area. Locally run and operated for 70 years and spanning from bunny to black, the park has enough features for a fun-filled weekend at a reasonable price. If youre fortunate enough to visit during the week, you may never have to wait for a lift.
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Dodge Ridge Ski Resort
1 Dodge Ridge RdThe local and fairly priced family ski resort in the area. Locally run and operated for 70 years and spanning from bunny to black, the park has enough features for a fun-filled weekend at a reasonable price. If youre fortunate enough to visit during the week, you may never have to wait for a lift.
Neighbors with character
Other cities and towns in the nearby Sierras worth visiting from homebase
Great wineries, bustling historical downtown and thrifting line this terrific town.
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Murphys
Great wineries, bustling historical downtown and thrifting line this terrific town.
Yosemite Valley
Its Yosemite. Need I say more?
A smaller but still unique old town on a shady street lined with remnants from the gold era
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Angels Camp
A smaller but still unique old town on a shady street lined with remnants from the gold era
Classic miners hideout with a wealth of history and no lack of charm.
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Jamestown
Classic miners hideout with a wealth of history and no lack of charm.
The Queen of the Southern Mines. Sonora was the largest and busiest mining city on the southern end of highway 49. The downtown is the largest and best preserved and is now home to fine dining options as well as local bars and thrifting galore.
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Sonora
The Queen of the Southern Mines. Sonora was the largest and busiest mining city on the southern end of highway 49. The downtown is the largest and best preserved and is now home to fine dining options as well as local bars and thrifting galore.
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When visiting in winter many areas may be impacted by snow
4x4 or chains may be required at some times of year. Bring waterproof layers and boots with traction to avoid slipping or trouble. In rare cases the snow plow can block the driveway entrance and require a quick shovel to get under the carport.