INFORMATIONAL GUIDE MEETINGS, EVENTS, & CONVENTIONS HETCH HETCHY RESERVOIR YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARKWelcome and Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Why Use a Visitors Bureau . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Travel & Transportation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Meaningful & Responsible Travel . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Weddings & Elopements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Venues with Lodging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Unique Event Facilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Team Building & Activities . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 CONTENTS JAMESTOWNWandering Works Wonders 1 Photo: Maddie Maney Kennedy Meadows Meet up with amazing and step into Tuolumne County, and immerse yourself in a single destination that offers three regions for naturally productive meetings and incredible events. Experience iconic and uncrowded Yosemite National Park, make golden discoveries in California Gold Country, or explore the exciting High Sierra. Tuolumne County is very close, just 2 1/2 hours from the San Francisco Bay Area and 2 hours from Sacramento, and yet you and your group will feel as though they're a world away. With unique indoor and outdoor venues, great places to stay, and exciting activities, Tuolumne County is close, affordable, and ready to make your gathering distinctly memorable. Call our office for assistance in creating your next event: (800) 446-1333Always Here to Help Benefit from an Incentive! Any question, any need, Visit Tuolumne County is your single point of contact. This free service is primed with local knowledge and can help you streamline the process, provide team-building itineraries, suggest great restaurants and more. VISIT TUOLUMNE COUNTY Book your first business or corporate meeting through Visit Tuolumne County and receive a sponsorship. Contact us for details on how to receive the sponsorship incentive. • $500 for 10-24 room nights • $750 for 25-49 room nights • $1,000 for 50-100 room nights Call our office for assistance in creating your next event: (800) 446-1333 or visit visittuolumne.com/groups-and-meetings Check out Visit Tuolumne County on Visit us at the Visitors Center: 193 S. Washington St. Sonora, CA 95370 2Natural Beauty Well Within Reach By car or by air, you won’t have far to go to reach Tuolumne County. The closest airports are San Francisco, Oakland, Sacramento and Fresno with a two to three hour drive to follow. Road conditions are generally favorable, however during the winter months drivers may be required to carry tire chains and install them on their tires to access select roads, particularly those in Yosemite National Park. Driving Distance FROM SACRAMENTO: 95 MILES, 1 HOUR AND 55 MINUTES FROM DUBLIN/PLEASANTON: 98 MILES, 1 HOUR AND 55 MINUTES FROM OAKLAND: 124 MILES, 2 HOURS AND 15 MINUTES FROM SAN JOSE: 129 MILES, 2 HOURS AND 30 MINUTES FROM SAN FRANCISCO: 132 MILES, 2 HOURS AND 30 MINUTES FROM FRESNO: 148 MILES, 3 HOURS AND 20 MINUTES SAN FRANCISCO OAKLAND TUOLUMNE COUNTY YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK SACRAMENTO FRESNO SONORA GROVELAND 3Travel to Yosemite is especially convenient with Yosemite Area Regional Transit System (YARTS). They offer daily round-trip bus service from several Tuolumne County locations to Yosemite Valley from May through September. YARTS service from Tuolumne County to the Welcome Center in Yosemite Valley includes your park entrance fee, features breathtaking scenery and knowledgeable drivers, and there is no need for a park reservation. yarts.com Mother Lode Adventures Charter and Tours offer customized tours as well as transportation to and from major airports. Ride share apps also have limited service in the area. mlacharters.com Public Transportation 4Stay on trails Pack out what you pack in Be wildfire safe Be respectful Keeping Tuolumne County Safe & Beautiful Responsible travel involves preserving our natural environment, making sure to leave no trace by staying on the trails and packing out your trash. It involves understanding the causes for wildfires and how to help prevent them. It also involves being respectful of the region and others staying or living in the area. MEANINGFUL TRAVEL 5 TUOLUMNE GROVE OF GIANT SEQUOIAS, YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK Many opportunities exist in Tuolumne County for your group to have a meaningful experience, whether it is participating in trail work, tree plantings or river clean-ups, or getting immersed in local Native America culture, there is something available to enhance your experience and make it memorable and fulfilling. Find out more: Meaningful Travel VisitTuolumne.com/meaningful-travelYour Forever Starts Here WEDDINGS Natural beauty and historic charm make Tuolumne County a dream destination for your special day. Opt for an 1860’s Victorian Hotel, a secluded garden setting at a charming B&B or embrace the natural beauty and exquisite service at one of our mountain resorts. There are also traditional wedding and banquet facilities that can accommodate up to 250 guests. There are a lot of ways to make memorable moments in Tuolumne County. Jennifer Rapoza Photography PLAN THE PERFECT WEDDING IN TUOLUMNE COUNTY Jennifer Rapoza Photography Sabrina Jovanna Photography 6Venues WITH LODGING 7 Evergreen Lodge Photo: Kim Carroll/Evergreen Lodge Indicates Visit Tuolumne County PartnersNext >