Sierra Sky Ranch: A Charming Mountain Lodge 20 Minutes from Yosemite

Sierra Sky Ranch is located on the outskirts of Oakhurst, California on Highway 41 leading to the southern entrance of Yosemite National Park.

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Sierra Sky Ranch

Just imagine yourself relaxing at a converted mountain ranch house with massive oak and pine trees as you sit on the veranda, soaking up the beauty of this area! Perhaps finding an excellent quiet location like the library and reading a good book.

I personally really enjoyed taking a dip in the seasonal outdoor swimming pool! Perhaps you will prefer sitting in the hotel's great room with friends/family around one of the two beautiful fireplaces, beamed ceilings, knotty pine walls, and a grand piano next to a fun pile of board games and puzzles.

The hotel also has free coffee, daily newspapers, and water available all day, along with a selection of tea and hot chocolate for guests.

One of the cool things that guests love about the Sierra Sky Ranch property is it was the first working cattle ranch in the area, established in 1875.

The Sierra Sky Ranch is a 28-room hotel in the Ascend Hotel Collection in Oakhurst. They will be transitioning to an independent hotel beginning in 2025, with plans to expand in the summer of 2025.

We had the opportunity to stay at the Sierra Sky Ranch during our California Big Trees Road Trip, and we loved it!

We will absolutely go back on an upcoming visit; we will plan time to relax more at the hotel to soak it all in.

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Room Types: Classic Rooms to Two-Room Suites

Single King Bed Classic

A 220 square-foot room that features a king bed, private bathroom with shower/bathtub, and French Doors that lead open to a furnished Veranda.

Single King Bed Accessible

a 300 square-foot room with a king bed, a private bathroom with a roll-in shower, and French Doors leading open to the furnished veranda.

Double Double Bed Classic

A 250 square-foot room features two full beds, a private bathroom with shower, and French Doors that open to a furnished Veranda.

Double Double Bed Accessible

A 390-square-foot room that features two full beds, a private bathroom with a roll-in shower, and French Doors that lead open to the veranda.

Single Queen Suite

A 340 square-foot room is a large spacious suite with a rocking chair, sleeper sofa, two chairs, a separate alcove with a queen bed, and a spacious bathroom with a shower/bathtub.

Double Queen Two Room Suite

A 475 square-foot room with two queen beds that features a (non-working) hand-laid stone fireplace, a sitting area with a rocking chair and sleeper sofa, and a spacious bathroom with a shower and a separate bathtub.

We stayed in a two-queen-bedroom suite on the hotel's lower level. The great thing about the family suite is that you have your own private entrance.

Parking right next to the building makes unloading and reloading your car easy.

We enjoyed the suite and loved having the sitting room to relax in before heading to bed. We could work from the sitting room and relax after a great day exploring the area.

There is also a small two-person table with chairs with a Keurig coffee maker, and 4 K-cups ready for you.

Planning Your Stay: Essential Information

Address: 50552 Road 632, Oakhurst, CA 93644, United States

Check-in time:3:00 pm - 1:30 am

Check-out time: Before 11:00 am

Pet Policy: Pets are not allowed (Service animals are welcome)

Accessible Rooms: If you have special requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.

Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Area rugs in public places
Assistive listening devices
Hardwood flooring in public areas
No Elevator

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What's Included with your Room

Complimentary WiFi
Individually controlled heating & AC
Flat-screen cable tv
Fan
Telephone
Shower or bathtub
Alarm clock & wake-up service
Hair dryer
Complimentary toiletries
RFID key card access
Coffee & tea maker (in suites)
Complimentary weekday newspaper
Daily housekeeping
Arcade/game room
Designated smoking areas
Fireplace in lobby

Acitivities near Sierra Sky Ranch & Yosemite

Outdoor activities are everywhere as you border the Sierra National Forest. Activities include scenic drives, boating, horseback riding, and hiking.

You will also be a short 11.8 miles (a twenty-minute drive) to Yosemite National Park.

You can spend the day at the Bass Lake Recreation Area, just ten minutes away.

The Golden Chain Theater is just a few minutes away, and Oakhurst is just down the road with many options.

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Fireplace in two Queen Bed Suite at Sierra Sky Ranch

Tours of the Oakhurst/Bass Lake surrounding area and to Yosemite National Park

Yosemite Mountain Sugar Pine Railroad
⭐️ Rating: 5 out of 5 Stars | ⏳ Tour Length: 1-3.5 Hours | 🚂 Check Rates and Availability

Step back in time on this historic narrow-gauge railroad where powerful locomotives once hauled massive log trains through the Sierra National Forest, just 10 minutes from Yosemite's south entrance. The conductor-narrated rides (1 to 3.5 hours) take you through majestic woods while sharing the area's logging history, with options ranging from the classic steam train to special themed trips like the Moonlight Special and Yosemite Jazz Train. Perfect for families and multi-generational groups, the experience includes gold panning, a logging museum, and the Kids' Depot Toy Store, all wheelchair accessible with leashed dogs welcome on board.

California Audio Tour Bundle (Get 4 Audio Tours)
⭐️ Rating: 4 out of 5 Stars | ⏳ Tour Length: 8 days | 🔊Check Rates and Availability

With Shaka Guide's GPS Audio Tours, you are guided to hidden gems and iconic sights. Now, you can explore at your own pace without worrying about keeping up with a tour. Tours include:

Yosemite's Majestic Beauty
Death Valley's Unique Geology
Joshua Tree's otherworldly Landscapes
Lake Tahoe's Clear Waters

Yosemite Valley Tour with Transport from Oakhurst
⭐️ Rating: 4.9 out of 5 Stars | ⏳ Tour Length: 4 hours | 🚌Check Rates and Availability

Visit Yosemite National Park on a full day tour from Oakhurst that starts early to beat the crowds, with time to see the very best of the spectacular Yosemite Valley. Take in Bridalveil Fall, Sentinel Bridge, and Half Dome, then eat lunch at the base of Yosemite Falls and spot rock climbers from the El Cappitan Meadows. Includes pick-up and drop-off at hotels in Oakhurst.

Semi-Private Yosemite Tour with Ahwahnee Lunch and Hotel Pickup/Dropoff
⭐️ Rating: 4.8 out of 5 Stars | ⏳ Tour Length: 8 hours | 🚌Check Rates and Availability

This is an 8-hour tour that begins with a pick-up at your hotel or the meeting point(Denny's in Oakhurst).

The tour includes stops at Glacier Point(April-November), depending upon the weather, and several stops in the Yosemite Valley. The valley stops include Tunnel View, Bridalveil Falls, Sentinel Bridge, Chapel, Yosemite Falls, El Capitan, and more!

Check out more great tours of Yosemite. Tours include hiking, snowshoeing, roundtrip tours from San Francisco, and more!

If Sierra Sky Ranch is Full:Other Oakhurst Area Hotels

Yosemite National Park and its surrounding areas are very popular and can be difficult to find a room. Below is a list and map of additional hotel options in the Oakhurst Area.

⭐️ 4.8 of 5 Stars - Chateau du Sureau - Click here for Rates and Availability.

This award-winning European-style estate sits just 16 miles from Yosemite's southern entrance, offering ten luxurious guest rooms with canopy beds, limestone soaking tubs, and old-world charm in the Sierra foothills. After a day in the park, unwind with the impeccable turndown service, fresh-baked croissants each morning, and world-class dining at the on-site Elderberry House restaurant featuring farm-to-table cuisine. The property also features Spa du Sureau with European treatments, a seasonal outdoor pool, and staff who greet you by name and make your entire stay feel like royalty.

⭐️ 4.4 of 5 Stars - The Pines Resort - Click here for Rates and Availability.

The Pines Resort is the only lakeside resort in the Yosemite area, sitting just 17 miles from the park's south gate on the shores of Bass Lake. Choose from lakeside suites with wood-burning fireplaces and soaking tubs, chalets with full kitchens, or larger cabins perfect for family reunions, all with stunning lake and mountain views. After exploring Yosemite's waterfalls and giant sequoias, head back to enjoy the seasonal pool, private beach, boat rentals, and farm-to-table dining at Ducey's on the Lake restaurant right on the property.

⭐️ 4.2 of 5 Stars - Chuckchansi Gold Resort & Casino - Click here for Rates and Availability.

This AAA Four Diamond resort sits 16 miles south of Yosemite's gateway in Coarsegold, offering a perfect blend of mountain relaxation and entertainment after your park adventures. All rooms feature modern furnishings, flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, and stunning foothill views, while suites include fireplaces and jetted tubs for unwinding after a long day on the trails. With seven restaurants (including the excellent Vintage Steakhouse), a full-service spa, hot tub, casino gaming, and prompt room service, you'll have everything you need between your Yosemite explorations.

Click this link or the map below for a full list of lodging options available near Oakhurst, California & Yosemite National Park.