Step Into The Old West

Step into the spirit of the Old West with hands-on adventures like gold panning, stagecoach rides, and exploring historic towns. This journey blends fun, discovery, and a taste of frontier life.

Approximate Arrival Time 3:00 p.m. 

Lodging: Sonora Inn

• Address: 160 S. Washington St, Sonora, CA 95370 
• Contact Info: 209-532-2400

Afternoon

Check-In to Sonora Inn

Explore Downtown Sonora Shops & Art Galleries (Walking Distance)

• Local Collective
• Aloft Art Gallery at Baer’s
• Downtown Shoes
• Sierra Nevada Adventure Co.
• Fittin’ Pretty Bras and Boutique

Evening 

Dinner & Drinks at The Armory (Walking Distance) 

• Reservations May Be Needed 
• Outside Dining Option
• Address: 208 S. Green St. Sonora, CA 95370
• Contact Info: 209-694-3158

Walk Back to Sonora Inn 

Morning  

Continental Breakfast at Sonora Inn 

Espresso Drinks & Souvenirs at Local Collective (Walking Distance) 

• Address: 189 S. Washington St. Sonora, CA 95370
• Contact: 209-694-7030

Pick Up Picnic Sandwiches at Pence Farm Sourdough (Walking Distance) 

• Address: 147 S. Washington St. Sonora, CA 95370 
• Contact: 209-288-2132

Depart for Railtown 1897 State Historic Park 

Picnic Lunch in Picnic Area at Railtown 1897 State Historic Park 

Ride the History/ Excursion Train

• Train Ride Are Only Available Saturday and Sundays April- October 
• Train Rides Are Also Available Wednesdays June 11th- August 13th 

Depart for Columbia State Historic Park 

Evening

Dinner at Columbia City Hotel Restaurant (Walking Distance) 

• Reservation May Be Needed 
• Address: 22768 Main St. Columbia, CA 95310
• Contact Info: 209-396-1981

Depart for Sonora Inn (10 Minute Drive)

Morning  

Continental Breakfast at Sonora Inn

Check-Out of Sonora Inn

Explore Tuolumne County Museum and History Research Center (Walking Distance) 

The Tuolumne County Museum, set in a historic 1866 jail, features exhibits on Gold Rush history, pioneer life, and local heritage- plus a research center for genealogy and archives.

• Address: 158 West Bradford St. Sonora, CA 95370
• Contact: 209-532-1317

Afternoon 

Lunch at Diamondback Grill (Walking Distance) 

• Reservations May Be Needed 
• Address: 93 S. Washington St. Sonora, CA 95370
• Contact Info: 209-532-6661

Depart for Groveland, CA

Lodging: Yosemite Pines RV Resort and Family Lodging (5 Minute Drive) 

• Stay In a Conestoga Wagon Overnight 
• Address: 20450 Old Hwy 120, Groveland, CA 95321
• Contact Info: 209-962-7690

Evening  

Dinner at The Grill at Pine Mountain Lake (8 Minute Drive) 

• Reservations May Be Needed 
• Address: 12765 Mueller Dr. Groveland, CA 95321
• Contact Info: 209-962-8638

Back to Yosemite Pines RV Resort and Family Lodging (8 Minute Drive) 

Morning

Check Out of Yosemite Pines RV Resort & Family Lodging 

Depart for Firefall Ranch Yosemite 

Breakfast at The Tavern at Firefall Ranch Yosemite (8 Minute Drive) 

• Reservations May Be Needed 
• Address: 24025 Highway 120, Groveland 95321
• Contact Info: 209-379-6820

Guided Trail Ride at Smith Station Stables at Firefall Ranch Yosemite (On-Site, Walking Distance)

• Book Guided Trail Ride in Advance 
• Wear Proper Footwear

Afternoon

Explore Firefall Ranch Yosemite 

Pick Up To-Go Lunch at General Store at Firefall Ranch Yosemite 

Head Back Home! 

Thank you for choosing Tuolumne County to live like a pioneer! We can’t wait to have you here again!