Guidebook for Tuolumne
Food Scene
We LOVE their breakfast burritos, Smoothie Bowls and Mexican Mochas. Sundays they serve Eggs Benedict. It's a small bakery/cafe with table sharing inside and picnic tables outside. BUSY on the weekends.... standing in line is a great place to meet locals and tourists alike.
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Alicia's Sugar Shack Twain Harte
24191 CA-108We LOVE their breakfast burritos, Smoothie Bowls and Mexican Mochas. Sundays they serve Eggs Benedict. It's a small bakery/cafe with table sharing inside and picnic tables outside. BUSY on the weekends.... standing in line is a great place to meet locals and tourists alike.
They have a small playground and an adorable little petting zoo/farm thats free. You can also ride a small train around their property that goes every hour, sometimes more if there is a crowd. They have amazing baked goods, famous for their apple pies & dumplings, and yummy breakfast skillets.
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Cover's Apple Ranch
19211 Cherokee RdThey have a small playground and an adorable little petting zoo/farm thats free. You can also ride a small train around their property that goes every hour, sometimes more if there is a crowd. They have amazing baked goods, famous for their apple pies & dumplings, and yummy breakfast skillets.
After a long day of the snow & adventuring this place hits the spot. Yummy pizzas and other menu options.
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Mia's
30040 CA-108After a long day of the snow & adventuring this place hits the spot. Yummy pizzas and other menu options.
Fun, casual restaurant that features craft beer, fine wine and a killer menu.
My favorite spot is out on the Patio on a warm fall evening or try the bar for a Giants baseball game, dining room for family dinner, or out on the bocce court on a summer afternoon.
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The Standard Pour
19040 Standard RdFun, casual restaurant that features craft beer, fine wine and a killer menu.
My favorite spot is out on the Patio on a warm fall evening or try the bar for a Giants baseball game, dining room for family dinner, or out on the bocce court on a summer afternoon.
Our personal favorite when we have time to grab a bite to eat in Downtown Sonora. Their peppered pork and yellow curry are mmmmm good.
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Sonora Thai Cuisine
51 S Washington StOur personal favorite when we have time to grab a bite to eat in Downtown Sonora. Their peppered pork and yellow curry are mmmmm good.
A fun/funky setting thats always hopping with locals and tourists alike. They have two full service bars and a self serve wine bar also. Their food menu is American...my husband really likes their cheese burger.
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Emberz Wood-Fired Foodz
177 S Washington StA fun/funky setting thats always hopping with locals and tourists alike. They have two full service bars and a self serve wine bar also. Their food menu is American...my husband really likes their cheese burger.
Yummy lavender and honey lattes, avocado toast, baked oatmeal etc... They have a location in Tuolumne City (5 minutes from us) and Downtown Sonora on Washington Street.
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Revive Coffee
18698 Pine StYummy lavender and honey lattes, avocado toast, baked oatmeal etc... They have a location in Tuolumne City (5 minutes from us) and Downtown Sonora on Washington Street.
They brew their beer in house and have a great menu to pair with it. Snag a window seat to do some people watching :D
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SONORA BREWING CO.
28 S Washington StThey brew their beer in house and have a great menu to pair with it. Snag a window seat to do some people watching :D
Newest addition to Downtown Sonora! Two levels of outdoor seating, live music or DJ for dancing on weekends. TONS of beer on top as well as craft cocktails. Yummy food. (The fish tacos and loaded fries with chorizo are our favorite!) Fun atmosphere for a night out.
7 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
The Armory
208 South Green StreetNewest addition to Downtown Sonora! Two levels of outdoor seating, live music or DJ for dancing on weekends. TONS of beer on top as well as craft cocktails. Yummy food. (The fish tacos and loaded fries with chorizo are our favorite!) Fun atmosphere for a night out.
Great spot for coffee, breakfast and lunch. Across from the Mini Golf in Twain Harte.
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Local Press
23063 Fuller RdGreat spot for coffee, breakfast and lunch. Across from the Mini Golf in Twain Harte.
When a hot bowl of Ramen is what you crave, this is the spot!
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Yoshoku
70 S Washington StWhen a hot bowl of Ramen is what you crave, this is the spot!
The burrito bowls and margheritas are what I come here for :D
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El Arroyo Cantina & Mexican Kitchen
126 S Washington StThe burrito bowls and margheritas are what I come here for :D
Pizza Pizza! If you find yourself at the historic Columbia State Park, do not miss grabbing a pizza for St. Charles! Fun combos and good beer!
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St Charles Saloon
22801 Main StPizza Pizza! If you find yourself at the historic Columbia State Park, do not miss grabbing a pizza for St. Charles! Fun combos and good beer!
Our go to Mexican spot when we want a quick bite before catching a movie. #6 taqueria style; beef with extra limes is my favorite :D
Cocina Michoacana #1
Our go to Mexican spot when we want a quick bite before catching a movie. #6 taqueria style; beef with extra limes is my favorite :D
Sightseeing
Gorgeous hike around Pinecrest Lake with boat rentals. In the summer they have a small amphitheater that plays current movies outside under the stars for a charge.
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Pinecrest
Gorgeous hike around Pinecrest Lake with boat rentals. In the summer they have a small amphitheater that plays current movies outside under the stars for a charge.
Shopping
Locally owned consignment store. You never know what your going to find! Unique, reasonably priced current clothing, shoes accessories.
Runway Xchange
115 S Washington StLocally owned consignment store. You never know what your going to find! Unique, reasonably priced current clothing, shoes accessories.
My personal favorite (after runway xchange) for finding vintage treasures. Half Thrift/Half curated vintage. Athena the owner is a sweet heart and knows her vintage well but keeps the prices reasonable!
Athena's Closet Vintage & Thrift
20031 CA-108My personal favorite (after runway xchange) for finding vintage treasures. Half Thrift/Half curated vintage. Athena the owner is a sweet heart and knows her vintage well but keeps the prices reasonable!
Fresh floral bouquets made to order, well crafted home goods, vintage finds, cards etc... My favorite place to grab a gift for someone I love. Grab a cup of coffee next door at Union Hill and then go peruse their unique selection.
Wildbud Co.
59 S Washington StFresh floral bouquets made to order, well crafted home goods, vintage finds, cards etc... My favorite place to grab a gift for someone I love. Grab a cup of coffee next door at Union Hill and then go peruse their unique selection.
Heel To Toe Boutique
108 S Washington StContemporary on trend clothing and shoes. Unique jewelry too! A Sonora gem!
For the latest on trend womens fashions in a friendly environment!
Addictions Spray Tanning & Fashion
146 S Washington StFor the latest on trend womens fashions in a friendly environment!
TAR FLAT
Antique, New, Handmade, Salvage. If in Columbia, it's a must.
Parks & Nature
Fun actives for kids, candle making, rock climbing, carriage rides, candy shoppe.
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Columbia State Historic Park
11259 Broadway StFun actives for kids, candle making, rock climbing, carriage rides, candy shoppe.
My toddlers favorite park. Different age level climbing/play structures. Public restrooms close by, grass field for picnic or tables. During the summer on Friday & Saturday nights they do live bands and movies. Family Friendly.
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Eproson Park
22901 Meadow DrMy toddlers favorite park. Different age level climbing/play structures. Public restrooms close by, grass field for picnic or tables. During the summer on Friday & Saturday nights they do live bands and movies. Family Friendly.
Family friendly hiking trail (strollers not recommended but possible). Beautiful viewpoints, easy and flat walking trail.
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West Side Trail
West Side Rails: Tuolumne City to North Fork/Tuolumne RiverFamily friendly hiking trail (strollers not recommended but possible). Beautiful viewpoints, easy and flat walking trail.
Whether you want to sit on the beach, swim in the frigid lake, kayak, hike/walk around the lake, catch a movie under the stars (summer only), this place has it all. A local and tourist favorite! No entry fees to park, free parking. Nice clean bathrooms
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Pinecrest Lake
Whether you want to sit on the beach, swim in the frigid lake, kayak, hike/walk around the lake, catch a movie under the stars (summer only), this place has it all. A local and tourist favorite! No entry fees to park, free parking. Nice clean bathrooms
Members access only and Closed to the public from Memorial Day to Labor Day but if your in town when it's open to the public its a great spot to catch a sunset on the big granite rock. The Snack Shack has to go for non members and has amazing burgers and soft serve ice cream!
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Twain Harte Lake
18175 Lakeview DrMembers access only and Closed to the public from Memorial Day to Labor Day but if your in town when it's open to the public its a great spot to catch a sunset on the big granite rock. The Snack Shack has to go for non members and has amazing burgers and soft serve ice cream!
Just a short 40-45 minute drive from the Loft.
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Dodge Ridge Ski Resort
1 Dodge Ridge RdJust a short 40-45 minute drive from the Loft.
20 minutes past Pinecrest, you can horseback ride or hike into the Emigrant Wilderness. There's also spots you can pull off the road to access the river that runs along it.
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Kennedy Meadows
20 minutes past Pinecrest, you can horseback ride or hike into the Emigrant Wilderness. There's also spots you can pull off the road to access the river that runs along it.
Drinks & Nightlife
I don't gamble, but my husband and I enjoy coming here for live music and after dinner cocktails up at the much quieter Seven Sisters' restaurant on the 3rd floor. Seven Sisters' extensive list of local and regional wines, twice-awarded Wine Spectator Magazine’s Award of Excellence.
The casino also has a "family floor" with an arcade, full bowling alley and a sports bar/restaurant.
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Black Oak Casino Resort
19400 Tuolumne Rd NI don't gamble, but my husband and I enjoy coming here for live music and after dinner cocktails up at the much quieter Seven Sisters' restaurant on the 3rd floor. Seven Sisters' extensive list of local and regional wines, twice-awarded Wine Spectator Magazine’s Award of Excellence.
The casino also has a "family floor" with an arcade, full bowling alley and a sports bar/restaurant.
Sonora Tap Room offers craft beer, cider, kombucha, and California wines. Located in downtown Sonora.
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Sonora Tap Room
1 Linoberg StSonora Tap Room offers craft beer, cider, kombucha, and California wines. Located in downtown Sonora.
Inner Sanctum Cellars is a locally made wine. They have a small tasting room in Jamestown on Main Street and they just purchased the Columbia Nursery and converted into into a larger tasting room with lots of outdoor seating. Check their instagram or facebook for current season hours.
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Inner Sanctum Cellars
18204 Main StInner Sanctum Cellars is a locally made wine. They have a small tasting room in Jamestown on Main Street and they just purchased the Columbia Nursery and converted into into a larger tasting room with lots of outdoor seating. Check their instagram or facebook for current season hours.
SONORA BREWING CO.
28 S Washington StOne of our favorite date nights is starting at Independent Wine co for a glass of wine and they also have a short list of appetizers available as well. Then we walk down to Sonora Brewing Co or Sonora Thai for dinner...then cap off the evening with a drink and hopefully some live music at Serventes Saloon.
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The Independent Wine Co
13 S Washington StOne of our favorite date nights is starting at Independent Wine co for a glass of wine and they also have a short list of appetizers available as well. Then we walk down to Sonora Brewing Co or Sonora Thai for dinner...then cap off the evening with a drink and hopefully some live music at Serventes Saloon.
A relaxing place to enjoy locally made wines.
9 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Inner Sanctum Cellars Basecamp & Event Center
22004 Parrotts Ferry RdA relaxing place to enjoy locally made wines.
Entertainment & Activities
Here is a link to a great little travel guide written up recently with things to do in and around Tuolumne: https://www.boboandchichi.com/2019/03/things-to-do-around-yosemite/?fbclid=IwAR10iMimT-fPEL9LIjfKGVr6A0_X4OovYqTRC-pSvuzkL3sZtcu1bREAeIM
Leland Meadows is 12 acres of well groomed snowy hills, the largest snowplay only facility on the West Coast.
The lodge provides the basics: a snack bar, video games, pool tables, a warm fire, and a sun deck with plenty of tables and chairs overlooking the snow play area outside.
At 6300 feet, this beautiful & natural setting is another world away. It is remarkably accessible though. Located in Tuolumne County, in the heart of Gold Country, Leland High Sierra is 39 miles east of Sonora on Highway 108, 3 hours from the San Francisco Bay Area and 2 hours from most Central Valley cities. We are your closest snow to home. Our snowcats assure well groomed snow. visit their website for pricing
57 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Leland High Sierra Snowplay
34033 Leland Meadow Rd
Leland Meadows is 12 acres of well groomed snowy hills, the largest snowplay only facility on the West Coast.
The lodge provides the basics: a snack bar, video games, pool tables, a warm fire, and a sun deck with plenty of tables and chairs overlooking the snow play area outside.
At 6300 feet, this beautiful & natural setting is another world away. It is remarkably accessible though. Located in Tuolumne County, in the heart of Gold Country, Leland High Sierra is 39 miles east of Sonora on Highway 108, 3 hours from the San Francisco Bay Area and 2 hours from most Central Valley cities. We are your closest snow to home. Our snowcats assure well groomed snow. visit their website for pricing
step back into the 1800's gold rush era in this historic town. A great place to walk around, grab a bite to eat or old school fountain soda.
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Columbia State Historic Park
11259 Broadway Ststep back into the 1800's gold rush era in this historic town. A great place to walk around, grab a bite to eat or old school fountain soda.
Taste the local hard cider and bring a picnic lunch to enjoy out in their lawns. Family Friendly walks around their orchards also.
60 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Indigeny Reserve
14679 Summers LnTaste the local hard cider and bring a picnic lunch to enjoy out in their lawns. Family Friendly walks around their orchards also.
This is the 'Downtown' of Sonora. Up and down Washington Street you will find quaint antique shops, Boutiques; my personal favorites are Runway Xchange (clothing consignment) and WildBud Co (floral and gift home goods), Restaurants (Sonora Thai, Lighthouse Deli) & Cafe's (81 Bakery & Union Hill Coffee) and bars (Servente's Saloon & Emberz are unique)
South Washington Street
South Washington StreetThis is the 'Downtown' of Sonora. Up and down Washington Street you will find quaint antique shops, Boutiques; my personal favorites are Runway Xchange (clothing consignment) and WildBud Co (floral and gift home goods), Restaurants (Sonora Thai, Lighthouse Deli) & Cafe's (81 Bakery & Union Hill Coffee) and bars (Servente's Saloon & Emberz are unique)
For a fun daytrip where wine tasting, good food and shopping is on the list of must do...just head to Murphys! One of our favorite date night towns because on one small street there are lots of restaurants, wine bars and shopping options. Grounds, V's and Alchemy are a few of our favorite date night spots. Newsom Harlowe & Hatcher tasting rooms are our favorites. Kristine's Clothing is my go to spot where I have to see what's new.
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Murphys
For a fun daytrip where wine tasting, good food and shopping is on the list of must do...just head to Murphys! One of our favorite date night towns because on one small street there are lots of restaurants, wine bars and shopping options. Grounds, V's and Alchemy are a few of our favorite date night spots. Newsom Harlowe & Hatcher tasting rooms are our favorites. Kristine's Clothing is my go to spot where I have to see what's new.
They host a pretty impressive summer concert series, wine tasting, museum and other attractions. Beautiful grounds to walk around also.
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Ironstone Vineyards
1894 6 Mile RdThey host a pretty impressive summer concert series, wine tasting, museum and other attractions. Beautiful grounds to walk around also.
A favorite for our kids. They have premade runs for safe and fun snow sledding. They have a smaller run for those under 44 inches tall, and the larger ones that I couldn't even bring myself to do (I'm a wimp...but a my 5 year old LOVED it!)
57 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Leland High Sierra Snowplay
34033 Leland Meadow RdA favorite for our kids. They have premade runs for safe and fun snow sledding. They have a smaller run for those under 44 inches tall, and the larger ones that I couldn't even bring myself to do (I'm a wimp...but a my 5 year old LOVED it!)