Pines Resort at Bass Lake

If you are looking for great place to build family memories, for a romantic getaway, a splendid wedding, or a corporate meeting, The Pines Resort provides a magnificent experience. Visitors come from all over the world to visit Bass Lake and The Pines Resort near Yosemite National Park in northern California for its natural beauty, recreational activities, deluxe accommodations and mountain hospitality.

 

The Pines Resort at Bass Lake features 84 two-story, condo-like chalets. Each room sleeps up to 6 people and is equipped with a kitchen, living room with color cable TV, private patio with picnic table and small BBQ. Downstairs is the bedroom (king, queen, or two queen beds) and bathroom. Suites also feature king bed, fireplace, wet bar, refrigerator, microwave and coffee maker. Twelve of the lakefront suites have in-room spa tubs. Continental breakfast is delivered to your suite every morning, and turn-down service is provided each evening.

 

Overlooking the emerald waters of Bass Lake, the Pines Resort is just one hour northeast of Fresno, California and 14 miles from the southern entrance to Yosemite National Park.

 

Accommodations

 

Chalets

 

The Pines Resort features 84 two-story, condo-like Chalets that are great for families. With room for up to six people, each Chalet has a kitchen, a nice living room with color cable TV, private patio with picnic table and small BBQ. Downstairs is the bedroom (king, queen, or two queen beds) and bathroom.

 

Guests at The Pines Resort enjoy the all weather tennis courts, swimming pool, and two spa tubs. Four meeting rooms are available for corporate meetings, conferences and retreats.

 

Suites

 

On the water's edge, the wood and stone two-story lodge features 20 richly appointed suites. Each suite has a king bed, fireplace, wet bar, refrigerator, microwave and coffee maker. 12 of the lakefront suites have in-room spa tubs. Continental breakfast is delivered to your suite every morning, and turn-down service is provided each evening.

 

Activities at Pines Resort

 

Bass Lake Scenic Hikes

 

Willow Creek Trail passes along Angel Falls (caution should be used on hazardous sections of the trail). During Spring, you'll be rewarded with cascades of water flowing into deep pools.

 

The Way of the Mono Trail is a half mile self guided walking trail detailing the lives of the Western Mono Indians. See authentic grinding holes and splendid views of Bass Lake.

 

Goat Mountain Trail has two trailheads along Bass Lake. A strenuous hike, climbing four miles to the summit of the mountain where a fire lookout tower provides grand views of the Sierra Nevada mountains and Bass Lake.

 

Fishing

 

Needless to say, fishing is a major pastime at Bass Lake as the photos below show (courtesy of Ron and Leslie Cox of The Forks Resort).

 

Winter Activities

 

Yosemite is a winter wonderland with breathtaking sites, downhill and cross country skiing and a spectacular outdoor ice skating rink. Around Bass Lake you will find many snow play areas, hiking, fishing, golfing, museums, shopping, dog sledding and much more. Or, you can just sit in front of one of the fireplaces at Bass Lake and watch the occasional snowfall after enjoying a fabulous meal in one of the local restaurants and/or a relaxing spa treatment.

 

Activities Near Pines Resort

 

While you can find all the things you want to do right on the grounds of The Pines Resort, we also encourage you to explore the area around Bass Lake, there are many attractions and activities to enjoy.

 

T-Tours – Step back in time for an unforgettable and romantic vacation experience. Take a Model “T” Ford for a drive into the Sierra National Forest, around Bass Lake, or into Yosemite National Park for the day? You will be given instructions on how to drive your Model “T” Ford and then it’s yours for the entire tour.

 

Whitewater Rafting – The best of California whitewater rafting is what you will find at Zephyr Whitewater Expeditions. They are one of California's original and most experienced whitewater rafting outfitters, offering exceptional California whitewater trips on the Kings, Tuolumne, Merced, and American rivers, all near Yosemite, Lake Tahoe, and Kings Canyon/Sequoia National Parks.

 

Sugar Pine Railroad – Yosemite Mountain Sugar Pine Railroad is a restoration of the old narrow gauge Madera Sugar Pine Lumber Company Railroad. A section of the original railbed has been reconstructed using the same techniques used at the turn of the century. Two vintage Shay steam locomotives have been brought in from the Westside Lumber company and restored to provide authentic motive power for the trains.

 

Mountain Biking – Mountain Biking on trails ranging from easy to challenging is yours on a vast network of trails, fire roads and old railroad grades in the area. Mountain bikers can ride for hours and never see a soul!

 

 

Taxes	9%
Cancellation Policy	7 days (21 days holidays)
Deposit Policy	1 Night
Credit Cards	All
Kitchens Available	yes (Chalets only)
Pets	no
Television	yes
Internet	yes
Laundry	yes (coin operated)
Pool/Hot Tub	Outdoor Pool & Hot Tub (seasonal)
Restaurant	yes
Air Conditioning	yes