The town of Mariposa, first settled in 1849, is the southernmost in the Gold Rush chain of towns.  The streets follow the original street grid laid out by John C. Fremont in 1850. Known as a popular Highway 141 waystation to Yosemite National Park, this dog-friendly town was a USA Reader’s Choice 10Best Small Town Cultural Scene in 2022.

Mariposa is the perfect base camp for day trips into Yosemite, as well as enjoying dog trekking in the nearby hills, sipping local wines, or dinning at farm-to-table outdoor restaurants. When it comes to getting some rest, Mariposa has a great selection of dog-friendly hotels, cabins and cottages, B&Bs and vacation rentals.