Mariposa travel guide

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You're Going to Love Mariposa

With a population of 2,173, Mariposa is a must-see destination in California, United States. Consider staying at least one whole day in Mariposa to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Mariposa

Mariposa in January
Estimated hotel price
$95
1 night at 3-star hotel
Mariposa in January
Estimated hotel price
$95
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Mariposa in August, when the average temperature is 82.4 °F, and the highest can go up to 93.2 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 35.6 °F, with an average temperature of 42.8 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in January, when precipitation is around 6.4″. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Mariposa, with an average rainfall of 0″.

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How to Get to Mariposa

Plane

Although Mariposa doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Fresno Yosemite Airport (FAT), which is located 82 km from Mariposa. Fresno Yosemite Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from Allegiant Air, Southwest, Avianca and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Mariposa departs from Las Vegas and takes around 1h 42m.

Car

Another option to get to Mariposa is to pick up a car rental from San Francisco, which is about 218 km from Mariposa. You’ll find branches of Kyte and Sixt, among others, in San Francisco.

Plane

Although Mariposa doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Fresno Yosemite Airport (FAT), which is located 82 km from Mariposa. Fresno Yosemite Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from Allegiant Air, Southwest, Avianca and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Mariposa departs from Las Vegas and takes around 1h 42m.

Car

Another option to get to Mariposa is to pick up a car rental from San Francisco, which is about 218 km from Mariposa. You’ll find branches of Kyte and Sixt, among others, in San Francisco.

Airports near Mariposa

Airlines serving Mariposa

Lufthansa
Good (4,698 reviews)
KLM
Good (847 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,592 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,587 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (490 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,600 reviews)
Air France
Good (980 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,111 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,432 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,966 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,964 reviews)
Finnair
Good (856 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,725 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (1,359 reviews)
Avianca
Good (1,322 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (973 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (814 reviews)
Asiana Airlines
Excellent (268 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (777 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (5,790 reviews)
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Where to stay in Mariposa

Average rates range from around $302 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $315 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Quality Inn Yosemite Valley Gateway and Miners Inn.

Where to stay in popular areas of Mariposa

Most booked hotels in Mariposa

Autocamp Yosemite
3 stars
Excellent (9, 719 reviews)
$373+
The Yosemite Inn
2 stars
Excellent (8.2, 1584 reviews)
$230+
Best Western Plus Yosemite Way Station Motel
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 1353 reviews)
$272+
Yosemite Bug Rustic Mountain Resort
2 stars
Good (7.9, 2905 reviews)
$45+
The Monarch Inn
2 stars
Good (7.9, 2042 reviews)
$237+
Miners Inn
2 stars
Good (7.8, 1906 reviews)
$200+

Renting a car in Mariposa

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Mariposa (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Mariposa (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38.