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 (4,690 reviews)
KLM
Good (846 reviews)
SWISS
Good (953 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,610 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,585 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (488 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,600 reviews)
Air France
Good (980 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,107 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,436 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,971 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,974 reviews)
Finnair
Good (857 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,735 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (1,359 reviews)
Avianca
Good (1,323 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (970 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (812 reviews)
Asiana Airlines
Excellent (267 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (778 reviews)
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Where to stay in Mariposa

Average rates range from around $300 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, 723 reviews)
$379+
The Yosemite Inn
2 stars
Excellent (8.2, 1586 reviews)
$228+
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, 2898 reviews)
$45+
The Monarch Inn
2 stars
Good (7.9, 2049 reviews)
$227+
Miners Inn
2 stars
Good (7.8, 1912 reviews)
$190+

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.