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 51 miles from Mariposa. Fresno Yosemite Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from Allegiant Air, Southwest, Air Canada and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Mariposa departs from Las Vegas and takes around 1h 42m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Mariposa.

Car

Another option to get to Mariposa is to pick up a car rental from San Francisco, which is about 135 miles 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 51 miles from Mariposa. Fresno Yosemite Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from Allegiant Air, Southwest, Air Canada and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Mariposa departs from Las Vegas and takes around 1h 42m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Mariposa.

Car

Another option to get to Mariposa is to pick up a car rental from San Francisco, which is about 135 miles from Mariposa. You’ll find branches of Kyte and Sixt, among others, in San Francisco.

Airports near Mariposa

Airlines serving Mariposa

Lufthansa
Good (4,697 reviews)
KLM
Good (849 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,590 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,595 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (491 reviews)
Air France
Good (981 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,601 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,116 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,962 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,435 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,944 reviews)
Finnair
Good (863 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,728 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (1,357 reviews)
Avianca
Good (1,327 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (974 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (817 reviews)
Asiana Airlines
Excellent (267 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (774 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (5,786 reviews)
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Where to stay in Mariposa

Average rates range from around $301 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, 717 reviews)
$371+
The Yosemite Inn
2 stars
Excellent (8.2, 1583 reviews)
$225+
Best Western Plus Yosemite Way Station Motel
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 1352 reviews)
$272+
Yosemite Bug Rustic Mountain Resort
2 stars
Good (7.9, 2902 reviews)
$45+
The Monarch Inn
2 stars
Good (7.9, 2038 reviews)
$239+
Miners Inn
2 stars
Good (7.8, 1902 reviews)
$195+

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.