Visit Yosemite | Madera County — Attraction in Oakhurst

The Visitor center was supposed to be open until 4:30 pm. We had arrived at 4:21 and luckily we were just looking for some specific souvenir so we knew it was going to be quick. After hiking all day in the Yosemite NP the man at the counter "greeted" us with the words that they are closing soon. We bought the item and we left. It was 4:23. As soon as we left, they hung up the sign "closed". If you don't want to deal with customers/visitors, just narrow the opening hours even further. If you want to enjoy the day in Yosemite NP, you are either too early or too late to go to Visitor...

While this is just an information center and not the actual park, I still had a good service experience here. They give you information regarding Yosemite National Park, they also give you information about rural Madera County as well, which is arguably just as beautiful as Yosemite, while being just outside the park. And if you're unable to drive to or stop in Oakhurst, their website and social media pages are filled with information too. Not only are they very informative, they're also friendly. Everyone working here was in a good mood, and happy to answer...

THE BEST tourist information place we have ever been to. I feel bad I can't remember if the wonderful lady who helped us was Louise or Phyllis. Going with Louise. Such a great source of information all about Yosemite Park and things we should do both inside and ouside the park. Gave us trail information, the best waterfalls to see, hikes to take and camping options. We never get such great information at most other info places. Highly reccomend this as a stop on your way into the...