Activities in and Around Coulterville

Nearby Activities

We can provide you with all the information you will need to plan activities during
your stay...please feel free to inquire.

YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK

One of the most treasured landscapes in the United States, Yosemite National
Park offers a year-round entrance just 31 breathtaking miles from Coulterville. You
will find guided nature tours, seasonal bicycle rentals, helpful hiking maps and
several informative bus tours to help you experience the spectacular beauty inside
the park. White water rafting, horseback rides, swimming holes and unlimited
hiking trails are available just outside the park

HIKING AND SIERRA RECREATION

Stanislaus National Forest begins about 6 miles from Coulterville and extends all
the way to Yosemite with an extensive network of enjoyable trails and fantastic
scenery.

WATER SPORTS AND LEISURE

Lake Don Pedro and Lake McClure/Lake McSwain offer several recreation areas
from 6 to 20 miles from Coulterville. All of the areas offer day camping, boat rentals
and swimming lagoons.

HISTORIC GOLD RUSH TOWNS ON HIGHWAY 49

Ever since the original discovery of gold in California, Highway 49 has been famous
for its continuous stream of historic gold mining towns. Many have been beautifully
preserved with museums, antique shops, cemeteries, walking tours and an
unmistakably romantic charm. In half a day you could travel from Historic
Coulterville to Sonora, Columbia State Park, Jamestown and back, or stay for
dinner at a variety of restaurants in that area. In a full day, you could make it all the
way north to Sutter Creek and add Jackson, Angels Camp and Murphys to your list.

VINEYARDS AND WINE TASTING

Ironstone Vineyard in Murphys is without a doubt the most spectacular winery
around with monthly concerts in their lovely amphitheater. You will find several
other wineries along Highway 49 between Coulterville and Murphys.

GOLF

The closest golf course is located in Don Pedro, less than 15 miles away. There
are also golf courses in nearby Groveland and about 45 minutes away in Twain
Harte.

DINING

In Historic Coulterville, we have fine dining inside the Hotel Jeffery and casual
dining at the Magnolia Saloon, Coulter Cafe, Moonshine Cafe and Bramlett Frosty.
Both cafes are open for breakfast, and all of the restaurants are located a quick
stroll from Coltiva Guest Cottage. Groveland also offers a nice variety of restaurants
about 15 miles up the hill.

NIGHT LIFE

The Magnolia Saloon inside the Hotel Jeffery offers live music on weekends and a
variety of special events. You can also find entertainment in Groveland at the Iron
Door. At the Coltiva Guest Cottage you can enjoy unlimited star gazing, the music of
nature and fresh country air from the privacy of your own deck.

CASINOS

Recreational gamblers will be happy to know that we are located about an hour
from two large Indian Casinos.

EVENTS IN THE PARK

Coulterville hosts four large events in the public park throughout the sunny season
with music, food, vendors and other activities. Any other day, you can feel free to
relax under shady trees, play horseshoes or swim in the public pool.