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Yosemite Area Hotels: El Portal, Midpines, Mariposa
Guide to Yosemite Hotels Along Highway 140

By Betsy Malloy, About.com

NOTE: In April, 2006, a rockslide damaged Highway 140 east of Mariposa between the Yosemite Bug Hostel and Cedar Lodge. As of early September, 2006, CalTrans reported that the road is once again open, with a section of one-way, controlled traffic about 20 miles east of Mariposa. You can check the status of the highway online. Vehicles over 28 feet long are not allowed and will continue to use Highway 120 through Groveland or Highway 41 through Oakhurst.

Highway 140 Lodging

Besides being located along the most beautiful drive into Yosemite, the lodging along Highway 140 has the advantage of being on the Yosemite Area Transit (YARTS) bus line, giving you a way to get in and out of the park without having to drive your car and hassle with parking. It stops at most of the locations on our list.

Our favorite place to stay on Highway 140 is Yosemite Resort Homes, one of the area's best-kept secrets.

Over an hour's drive from the Yosemite entrance, Mariposa is too far away to be a practical place to stay on your Yosemite vacation, but it is served by YARTS. If you decide to stay there, our guide to finding a place to stay will help you choose your lodging.

Nightly rates vary by season. Our rate key: $$$$ = over $200, $$$ = $150 to $200, $$ = $100 to $150, $ less than $100.

Highway 140 Hotels

  • KOA Midpines $: One of your most economical options, this KOA has Kamping Lodges that sleep 4-6 people and have kitchens, but shared restroom and shower facilities. Bring sleeping bags or bed linens.

  • Yosemite Bug $: With rooms, tent cabins and dormitory-style accommodations, Yosemite Bug is a rustic-style resort.

  • Yosemite View Lodge $$$$: This sprawling, motel-style place has 279 rooms and is the closest property to the park. It has two swimming pools, and some rooms face the Merced River. Compare prices

Highway 140 Camping

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