About the Coarsegold, California Area 
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Coarsegold
Coarsegold is a jewel in the chain of the Sierras! Located in forests and mountains of Central California, minutes from one of the most famous national parks in the nation, this charming community is rich in Gold Rush lore and proud of its heritage.
The community is fast growing and is becoming known throughout the state. Coarsegold is home to one of the finest new casinos in the state, and the city represented Madera County's gold mining history at the 2003 State Fair. Their Chamber of Commerce is actively promoting the growth of local businesses, and creating new opportunities for the county's economic development.
The Gold Rush in California is full of fascinating facts, adventures, and legends, and Coarsegold offers authentic mining and panning operations for visitors to see. There is a gold panning operation located on a mining claim on Coarsegold Creek that is still in operation today. Experienced miners teach the techniques, history and secrets of gold panning, and visitors can try out panning for themselves. Check out Coarsegold Historic Village to learn of the tales and tribulations of the old miners and the many colorful characters of that age.
Visitors can really get the feel of life in the Sierras during the Gold Rush days in Coarsegold while enjoying the beauty of the surrounding mountains and fresh pines. Take a step back in time for an afternoon of fun.
LOCATION
Coarsegold is located just south of Yosemite National Park and at the western border of the Sierra National Forest amidst some of the most breathtaking scenery in the West. Coarsegold residents can drive a few miles north to Oakhurst, or travel an hour to Merced, Chowchilla, or Madera on Route 99 for greater access to shopping and business.
TRANSPORTATION/AIRPORTS
Fresno Yosemite International is the closest airport to the Bass Lake area. It offers flights the major outlying international airports. FYI has car rental agencies and travel information for all points in the Central Valley. One hour away.
Merced/Macready Field is a public airport that provides services primarily for small aircraft; also some commercial flights. Two hours from Merced.
Sacramento International Airport is about 2 hours away from Bass Lake area.
Madera County Public Transportation offers the following local bus services, both for fixed routes, and on call:
Madera County Connection (MCC). The Eastern Madera County - Madera Route is an Intercity fixed-route system that serves the following locales: Northfork, Bass Lake, Oakhurst, Coarsegold, Yosemite Lakes, Ranchos, and Children's Hospital.
Eastern Madera County Senior Bus is a demand-response service that serves the communities of Oakhurst, Coarsegold, Bass Lake, and Ahwahnee.
BRIEF HISTORY
The1849 California Gold Rush brought hopeful miners to the Sierra Foothills in droves, and many would rest overnight in the beautiful little valley nestled on the banks of the Fresno River. When large, coarse gold nuggets were discovered there, the area became known as Coarse Gold Gulch. In 1851, at the height of the rush, Coarsegold's population was reached an incredible 10,000 people - folks from all walks of life, determined to get in on the possibility of quick wealth. The town of Coarsegold was on the map. Though the amount of gold dwindled by 1866, Coarsegold had become an important stopover for travelers to the mountain region, and by the time the wagon road to Yosemite Valley was completed in 1876, Yosemite's fame had spread worldwide making Coarsegold the major overnight stage stop for travelers.
Today, more than a century later, Coarsegold remains the "watering place" for travelers on the Golden Gateway to Yosemite - scenic Highway 41. Coarsegold continues to fascinate travelers with its rich California gold mining heritage and provides its guests with hospitality and small town charm. | |  Request our FREE Bass Lake, Oakhurst and Coarsegold Relocation Package. It's packed full of useful and important information about the Bass Lake, Oakhurst and Coarsegold, California area. Don't move here without it! Remember: we'll send it to you for free and without obligation. Just fill out the form and we will send it right out... It's our job to know EVERYTHING about Bass Lake, Oakhurst and Coarsegold! Ask us any question. Or request a FREE information package. There's no obligation, and we promise to get back to you quickly...
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What was the first territorial acquisition made by the U.S. Government?
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The Louisiana Purchase from France in 1803 for $15,000,000 increased U.S. national territory by 140%. |
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