Article initially by Visit Yosemite, Madera County, March 25, 2026
OAKHURST, CA- Located simply 14 miles south of Yosemite National Park, Bass Lake is understood by locals and guests for its glowing heat waters, abundance of outside actions, family-friendly resorts, and wonderful lakeside eating. Many households return yr after yr, making this vacation spot a household custom full of reminiscences, occasions, and stress-free days on the water.
Lake days are arising quickly, because the south shore resorts, The Forks Resort and Miller’s Landing, open for the season on Friday, March 27, 2026, providing scrumptious breakfast, lunch, dinner, and dessert favorites, with spectacular views of Bass Lake. Find trendy cabins, boat leases that vary from kayaks and SUPs to speedboats and celebration barges, and all lakeside necessities you’ll want, together with drinks, snacks, and bait at their markets. Dogs are welcome, too, so convey the entire household and benefit from the lake life.
This yr is additional particular for the area as Bass Lake celebrates its one hundred and twenty fifth birthday, and The Forks Resort welcomes its 99th season since opening and its eighty fifth yr of single-family possession. The Forks Resort initially opened its doorways in 1927 and was then bought in 1941 by Bob Miller, the grandfather of the present proprietor, Leslie Cox, marking 2026 because the eighty fifth season of operation underneath Leslie’s household.
“Bass Lake has been my home and my heart for my entire life.” Shared Leslie Cox, Owner of the Forks Resort. “After more than 50 years at The Forks Resort, I’ve seen firsthand how this special place brings generations of families together, and it is our team that makes those moments possible. I love the privilege and responsibility of giving local youth their first jobs, and I am grateful for the talented and hard-working staff I work alongside with each season.” She concluded, “It is their hard work and love of Bass Lake that defines who we are, and there is nothing quite like the energy of opening season as we all come together to welcome our guests back to the lake.”
“Summer starts strong with the 45th annual Bass Lake Fishing Derby (May 2-3) and only gets better from there with Sunset Markets, Car & Boat Shows, Movies on the Water, July 4th fireworks and boat parade, Bass Lake’s 125th Birthday at the end of August, and plenty of perfect lake days in between.” Remarked Michelle Miller, Owner of Miller’s Landing, she continued, “Nothing beats opening day and seeing all of our favorite faces back at the lake.”
The north shore of Bass Lake is residence to year-round companies, together with The Pines Resort, Bass Lake Boat Rentals, Outdoorsy Yosemite RV Park, and an unimaginable assortment of family-owned cafes, retailers, and eating places in The Pines Village. From campsites and cabins to lakeside suites and trip leases, Bass Lake has lodging for each trip type. Check out 31 Things We Love About Bass Lake and plan your go to right now.
Just a number of miles away alongside Highway 41, take a scenic trip via the Sierra National Forest on the Yosemite Mountain Sugar Pine Railroad, opening Saturday, March 28, 2026, for the season. The railroad is residence to 3 historic Shay steam engines, delighting passengers from spring via the winter holidays with traditional one-hour rides and themed particular occasions, live shows, and melodramas. For the complete schedule and to order your tickets, please go to https://ymsprr.com/
About Visit Yosemite | Madera County
Since 1985, Visit Yosemite | Madera County has been a guiding mild for hundreds of thousands of vacationers, main them to the wonders of Yosemite National Park and past. Our journey provides extraordinary experiences, from the Fossil Discovery Center via the Madera Wine Trail to the breathtaking High Sierra. Discover distinctive eating, artisan retailers, and year-round watersports at Bass Lake. Experience the nostalgia of the Yosemite Mountain Sugar Pine Railroad and journey among the many majestic Giant Sequoia bushes. Madera County is greater than a gateway; it’s a vacation spot for discovery.
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