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Retirement Living In Sierra Nevada Foothills near Yosemite - California


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Area Description

Over the years Tuolumne County has been known as a popular "vacation play land" Once known for its gold extraction and its valuable timber resource, Tuolumne County has now become a favorite vacation spot for outdoor enthusiasts. Nature lovers find a wide range of outdoor activities year around with our abundance of lakes, hiking trails, an alpine ski resort, golf courses, swimming holes, wild rivers and campgrounds. Foodies will love the dining options and local wineries. History buffs will love Railtown State Historic Park in Jamestown, the home of the "Movie Railroad" as well as Columbia State Historic Park, a working gold rush town. Hotels, B&B's, vacation rentals and campgrounds, and resorts ensure tourists have lots of lodging options to enjoy the foothills the mountains and the beauty of Yosemite National Park in both the winter and the summer.

Includes Cities/Towns: Columbia, Groveland, Jamestown, Sonora, Twain Harte.

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Area Amenities

Things to Do, Recreation & Fitness


    Tuolumne County offers a wide range of amenities for every age group. We have numerous lakes perfect for fishing, swimming and boating as well as hundreds of miles of hiking and biking trails. We also have four golf courses, three theatres, a bustling downtown area for shopping and a wide range of dining options. We host numerous festivals, fairs and concert venues each year.

Cultural Activities


The natural beauty of the area is reflected in a thriving arts community. Art associations include the Sierra Quilt Guild, Mother Lode Spinners, Sierra Needle Artists, the Mother Lode Art Association and the Yosemite Artists Guild hold regular annual events highlighting guest artists.

If music is more your scene, you will enjoy the many summer concert series throughout the County, including the Strawberry Music Festival near Yosemite, the Twain Harte Summer Concert Series, and The Jamestown Summer Concert Ceres. The Sonora Bach Festival as well as a local symphony of the Sierras, a brass and reed band and an outstanding jazz festivals series at Columbia Community College are scheduled in the fall.

Tuolumne County is also one of the most popular regional theatre destinations in California and its 3 theatres offer more than 20 plays and over 400 performances each year!

Public transportation


Two taxi services are available seven days a week. Tuolumne County Transit has fixed routes on weekdays throughout the County. On Saturdays you can call for advance reservations only. County transit is not available on Sundays. Yosemite Area Regional Transportation System provides transportation to Yosemite in the summer and two airports in the county accommodate lifht aircrafts up to medium twins and small jets.

Medical Facilities


Tuolumne County one major hospital and 3 outpatient clinics including a VA Clinic. Sonora Regional Medical Center is proud to care for the Sierra foothill counties with an extraordinary medical team, top-notch medical technology and caring professionals. You will also find several skilled nursing and assisted living facilities throughout the county.


What Will The Climate And Weather Be Like If I Retire In Sierra Nevada Foothills near Yosemite, California?

For those of you that retire in Sierra Nevada Foothills near Yosemite, you will have pleasant temperatures year-round.

Winter temperatures are cold with averages in the low 40's and highs in the low 50's. Nights are cold with lows in the low 30's. Expect some rainy days in the winter.

If the weather in the spring is too cold for the outdoors, enjoy some indoor activities in Sierra Nevada Foothills near Yosemite such as a movie, a visit to a museum, dining, nightlife or some shopping. Spring temperatures are cool with averages in the low 50's and highs in the mid 60's. Nights are cold with lows in the low 40's. Expect some rainy days in the spring.

Summertime in Sierra Nevada Foothills near Yosemite is a great time to enjoy your retirement with a day at the lake, an outdoor concert, a local festival or other outdoor activity! Summer temperatures are mild with averages in the low 70's and highs in the upper 80's. Nights are cool with lows in the mid 50's. Expect a lot of days above 90°.

If you retire in Sierra Nevada Foothills near Yosemite, you can look forward to fall weather activities such as biking on a bike path, hiking, enjoying a walking path and more! Fall temperatures are cool with averages in the upper 50's and highs in the low 70's. Nights are cold with lows in the low 40's. Expect a few days above 90°. Expect a few days of rain.

Monthly Temperature Ranges

 Month  Low  Avg  High
 Jan  32 F°  42 F°  52 F°
 Feb  33 F°  44 F°  55 F°
 Mar  36 F°  48 F°  59 F°
 Apr  39 F°  52 F°  65 F°
 May  45 F°  59 F°  74 F°
 Jun  51 F°  67 F°  83 F°
 Jul  57 F°  73 F°  90 F°
 Aug  56 F°  73 F°  90 F°
 Sep  51 F°  67 F°  84 F°
 Oct  43 F°  58 F°  74 F°
 Nov  36 F°  48 F°  59 F°
 Dec  32 F°  42 F°  51 F°

Monthly Average # of Hot and Cold Days

 Month  Days Greater Than 90 F°  Days Less Than 32 F°  Days Less Than 0 F°
 Jan  0  17  0
 Feb  0  13  0
 Mar  0  9  0
 Apr  0  4  0
 May  2  1  0
 Jun  6  0  0
 Jul  16  0  0
 Aug  15  0  0
 Sep  8  0  0
 Oct  1  2  0
 Nov  0  8  0
 Dec  0  17  0

Rain & Humidity

 Month  Rainfall  Rainy Days  Humidity
 Jan  7 "  10  33 %
 Feb  7 "  10  36 %
 Mar  6 "  10  38 %
 Apr  3 "  7  40 %
 May  2 "  5  43 %
 Jun  0 "  2  45 %
 Jul  0 "  0  46 %
 Aug  0 "  1  44 %
 Sep  1 "  2  42 %
 Oct  2 "  4  39 %
 Nov  4 "  8  36 %
 Dec  7 "  10  33 %

Snow

 Month  Snowfall  Snow On Ground Days  Snowy Days
 Jan  4 "  3  1
 Feb  4 "  2  1
 Mar  4 "  2  1
 Apr  2 "  0  0
 May  0 "  0  0
 Jun  0 "  0  0
 Jul  0 "  0  0
 Aug  0 "  0  0
 Sep  0 "  0  0
 Oct  0 "  0  0
 Nov  1 "  1  0
 Dec  4 "  2  1


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Cost of Living for Sierra Nevada Foothills near Yosemite, CA

Sierra Nevada Foothills near Yosemite, California cost of living for Housing, Healthcare, Transportation, Taxes, Utilities, etc.:

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Senior Housing Options

Tuolumne county, with its diverse landscape offers housing options to fit everyone's needs. Choose between quaint neighborhoods or apartments in in Sonora, Jamestown or Columbia or find a home nestled in the pines and oak trees in Tuolumne or Twain Harte. Gated communities are sprinkled through-out the county as well as ranches or neighborhoods with private lakes and stables.

Senior Assistance in Sierra Nevada Foothills near Yosemite, CA

Sierra Nevada Foothills near Yosemite, California offers the following assistance for seniors:
Services for seniors are abundant in Tuolumne County. Many businesses and senior centers offer fitness and health classes. Area 12 Agency on Aging is a great senior resource connection promotes opportunities for independence and the highest possible quality of life for seniors. Services seniors also include a large senior center offering an a wide range of activities throughout the year as well as hot meals at seven locations throughout the county and meals on wheels.

What Job or Volunteer Opportunities Does Sierra Nevada Foothills near Yosemite Offer For Retirees?

There are lots of opportunities for volunteers on the greater Sonora Area. Sonora Regional Medical Center, Tuolumne County Humane Center are just a couple of examples. The local newspaper advertises volunteer opportunities throughout the county weekly.

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