If you’re reading this, you’re likely preparing to visit the Yosemite Gateway forest. In this post, we’ll explain how to get to the forest.
Please save these directions before heading to the forest as cell phone service may be unreliable.
Forest Address
We will meet you in the Main Parking area of Yosemite Gateway Forest, which is located at 10966 Dexter Rd, Coulterville, CA 95311.
We highly recommend following the below directions as it is the easiest way to get to us.
GPS systems tend to take people on interesting routes that are often adventurous, dirt and rutted. We recommend avoiding Cuneo Road, Jackass Ridge Road, and Jackass Creek Access Road, as they are mountainous and dirt based.
FROM COULTERVILLE, CA (15 minute drive)
From Coulterville, CA to the Forest is 10-15 minutes. If guests arrive early there is a lovely park, Coulterville Park at 10313 Park Ln, Coulterville, CA 95311 that has restrooms, a picnic area, and plenty of open space. Also located in Coulterville is the Coulterville Cafe, a great place for a cup of coffee or breakfast/lunch.
*Head northeast on Greeley Hill Rd/Main St (uphill)
*In 6.6 miles, turn left onto Fiske Road
*Stay left in 1.5 miles onto Dexter Road
The Yosemite Gateway Forest will be on your right in 1.8 miles.
FROM GROVELAND, CA (30 minute drive)
From Groveland, CA to the Forest is 30 minutes. If guests arrive early there is a lovely park called Mary Laveroni Community Park at 18950 CA-120, Groveland, CA 95321.
*Head east on CA-120/Main Street (Toward Yosemite National Park)
*In 6.6 miles, turn Right onto Smith Station Road
*Stay left in 0.1 miles to stay on Smith Station Road
*In 5.6 miles, continue forward onto Greeley Hill Road
*In 1.8 miles, turn right onto Fiske Road
*Stay left in 1.5 miles onto Dexter Road
The Yosemite Gateway Forest will be on your right in 1.8 miles.
We ask that guests do not arrive more than 15 minutes early (unless previously discussed) for your scheduled visit. If you have any questions or think you will arrive early, call the forest at 209-437-8313 before leaving your location as there is limited service at the forest and limited service en route to the forest.
Important Tips
- The entire forest is a non-smoking property for health and safety reasons.
- The forest is incredibly peaceful, but cell phone service can be unreliable.
- Our team will be wearing our Better Place Forests branded clothing. We often wear jeans and boots for protection in our forest.
- We strongly encourage our guests to dress comfortably for walking in nature. This includes protective clothing appropriate for the weather, closed-toed shoes, sunglasses, and hats. We also recommend that you bring a jacket as the weather can change quickly in the mountains.
- If anyone in your group is sensitive to strong sun and heat, we recommend bringing an umbrella for shade protection or booking an early morning or late evening appointment in the summer.
- Please save driving directions as service on the way to the forest may be unreliable.
- We offer a limited amount of refreshments on-site, and we ask that you bring a reusable water bottle to reduce and protect the environment.
- We provide bug spray and sunscreen on-site but also welcome guests to bring their own.
Contact Information
If you have questions leading up to your tour, you can reach our team directly at:
Phone Number: 209-437-8313
Email Address: yosemite.gateway@betterplaceforests.org
We look forward to seeing you in the forest soon!
All forest visits require a reservation. If you haven’t made one yet, please reach out to our support team to schedule yours today.
Helpful Links
Things to Do and Places to Stay in Yosemite
Your Upcoming Nature Memorial Ceremony in Yosemite Gateway
