It would've been a better attraction if the vocals came from the bear vs a speaker behind it…read more The script was loaded with information but it did not keep my interest.

This is a nice stop to visit the information center and to hear a background on the California…read moreGrizzly Bear. It's more educational than entertaining, but low maintenance and easily found on the east side of Highway 41. I was hoping that the bear would move or provide some insight into the Yosemite Valley, but free is hard to beat!

We toured the Fresno County Blossom Trail the last weekend in February 2026, and the flowers were…read moreout in full force, and the agriculture along the trail was absolutely impressive. I saw somewhere that the trail is about a 2-hour drive. That pace seems to me to be at race speed, and way too fast to enjoy the sights. We took about five hours to drive the trail, and that was a comfortable speed. Given how much business and pride the Blossom Trail could drive to Fresno County, the trail appears to be a bit neglected. First, the Google Map download from the Fresno County website is practically useless for navigation using the Android Google Maps app. The app continuously tries to optimize the point-to-point travel, which too often takes one off the preferred and official route roadways for seeing the maximum number of blooms. Occasionally, there are Blossom Trail signs marking the route and turns, but some are either hard to spot or missing: more signs are needed to enhance route navigation for visitors, most of whom are not familiar with the area. Lastly, the map downloaded and printed from the Fresno County website is at such a small scale that it is very difficult to read, and if enlarged, gets blurry and even harder to read. Clearly, Fresno County has done a "government" job at the simple task of marking a route. Lastly, I would highly encourage Fresno County or the Farm Bureau to work with the landowner to put up signs that identity the type of orchard, vineyard, or crop. There used to be blue signs along the fences on I-5 that identified crops, and those were appreciated. The landowners and farmers benefit because the signs instill knowledge in the public and a public that knows about agriculture will support agriculture. Overall, despite the navigation challenges, the Fresno County Blossom Trail provides for a beautiful roadtrip.

The trail is all across Fresno. You'd have to have a car and find one of the "landmarks" on the map…read morethen pay close attention to the streets to know where to turn. The map is confusing and took a lot of time to comprehend. Throughout the trail, you may find orange blossoms, cherry blossoms, almond blossoms, and pear blossoms, however it really varies based on the season for its full blossom. The website recommended Mid February to Mid March. Additionally, some areas may look better than others. If you look at my photo, it looks fairly empty. BUT we did see some pretty full ones in other areas... a lot of them are fenced off. If you're able to find some that aren't blocked, you can easily pull over and take photos. So be prepared to do some searching.

All the times I've visited Kingsburg, and only this year did I stumble upon the Historic Kingsburg…read moreJail! I was wandering down the main street, Draper Street, which has many alleys that cut through mid-block, some of which are being turned into dining areas or covered walkways where one can just sit for a moment. In one of the alleys, George Boyle Way, there was an informational sign which led me to the other end of the short alley. This opened up onto an area where I found the base of the Coffee Pot Water Tower, a large public park and the back of the fire department. And, the Historic Kingsburg Jail! A small white block building, with a delightful and well done painting of an escape in progress, I found a building that's a small museum of local law enforcement in the early 1900s. The building is open apparently 24 hours a day, and is video monitored for security - but it is the original jail, and is as hard-looking to break INTO as it was to break out of, mural notwithstanding . . . The building consists of a whole 2 jail cells and a small office, all off a small hallway heated by an old fashioned stove. Thick - VERY thick! - walls give a cool environment when sunny out - probably as cold in the winter?! The cells and office have been turned into dioramas by volunteers, and the effects are cool! A few articles posted around the walls flesh out the early history of the jail and a few of the local law enforcement men who kept Kingsburg safe in those early years - two of whom lost their lives in such service. Overall, the Kingsburg Historical Society has done a great job of keeping a small, out of the way building from simply being closed up and left to decay. Their efforts are worth a quick side trip, and I'm glad I stumbled upon this hidden gem of history!

This historic jail is right beneath the water tower that looks like a coffee pot and behind the…read morefire station. I think the jail is open 24/7. There appears to be a security camera that must be connected with the fire station. It's an adorable little place with period specific furnishings.

Tower District is definitely a go-to place for night life! It will not always feel the most safe,…read morebut you're definitely fine if you travel in a group and have a positive attitude! During the day, I feel like it's more of a tattoo parlor area. But there's some awesome smoothies at Tower Blends and architecture and murals to see. The bars and clubs are great places to do. Just be sure to bring cash because some bars are cash only or charge cash only for a cover fee. If you are parking on the street, just be mindful and keep anything valuable out of sight. After a few hours of dancing at the bar, my friends and I walked back to the car. We had to park in a more residential area. Unfortunately, the car next to us had its window busted. However, crime has no address, so people will always take an advantage of an opportunity.

I've lived in or near the Tower for almost half of my adult life and it seems odd to me that so…read moremany North of Shaw entitled narcissists like to diss my stomping grounds!!!I recently read just one review by someone who had a lot of negative things to say about the Tower District and my first impression was that they were a hater who was not only having a bad day but maybe even a bad year/life and came off as an overly intellectual self important dipwad. If you like checking out art galleries there are a few I'm sure!The Tower District has more appeal for iconoclasts and old school punkers like me (this for whoever it was that thinks there are too many tattoo parlors). In case you haven't noticed, all of Fresno has too many tattoo parlors and smoke shops! If you'd rather hang around in strip malls, there are plenty of those in Fresno, but there isn't any place else like the Tower! And for the person who complained about lack of shopping: What were you expecting to find? A Nordstrom's Rack? Dragon's Treasure! Ragin' Records! Plus Fresno's most iconic nightspots for alternative music! If you like cover bands keep going to The Bar in the strip mall @ 1st & Gettysburg or go hang out in Clovis! P.S. To the reviewer who complained about restaurants not being open at time he visited: Isn't that what Yelp is for; it posts hours of operation! I agree totally with poster who compared T.D. to Frisco without the panhandlers!

This is a cute little town. They have many little cute gift stores, yummy restaurants, and great…read moreevents. They have an event called The Enchanted Night. The stores and restaurants are open late and almost all of them offers hot cocoa or apple cider. There also have a carriage that travels around the Main Streets. People make long line to go in it. It's full of lights and pretty decorated. They have singer different genre. They entertain along the streets. Some sing just regular music and some Christmas songs. We always find a place to have diner and then walk around and enjoy the music. We visit the different thrift stores. We always find something nice to buy. It has become a tradition for us to attend this event every year. Highly recommended. It is the official start of the Holidays for us. It's almost like a magical night.

In 2019 I have never been to OTC so much in my life. My dude and I literally live one block away…read morefrom OTC so we frequent it so often. There are always so many events going on in OTC which I am loving the community events. I have gone to over 4. The ones I remember are: Antique Fair Food Festival Fairytale nights Farmers Market My dude and I have enjoyed so much festives here we are always seeing when the next events are. Everyone is very friendly and the respectful. The older folks tell my dude how did he scored his beautiful woman (me), which we always find hilarious as it is usually an older white retired couple. Anywho, if you would have told me I would be living in Clovis like 5 years ago, I would bet my life savings you are wrong but I do and surprisingly it's not that bad. There is always something to explore in OTC, from businesses to people. I love the events that they have which at least I feel like there's something going on every two weeks. The dude and I have gone to several restaurants and Roll Me Some is in OTC, BOA, EECU, and so much more. I am never disappointed when I come to OTC and wish Fresno put on more events like Clovis. There is always something to do here. They have the annual Christmas Parades, Big Hat Days, Veteran Parades and spring much more. I highly recommend to come down and check it out.

After the blossoms comes the fruit. Fresno and the surrounding area is a mecca for peaches,…read moreapricots, cherries, nectarines, nuts, citrus, etc, about as sweet and fresh off the tree as you can get. June through September is a good time to roam. Check out the Fruit Trail website and request a brochure for enlightenment. Just a word of warning.... the map on the brochure is deceivingly bad. I highly recommend a back up map or GPS to find some of their fruit stands and other points of interest. But at least it will give you addresses and descriptions. Honestly, you can drive up and down the country roads that intersect all the groves, from one small town to another, and find your own fruit stands. And then there are the locals who put out their backyard fruit for sale on tiny stands at roadside. They operate on the honor system. You just drop your dollars into a slot and grab a bag. Regardless, it makes for an interesting day trip for the family, with rewards of succulent fruit treats,and punctuated by interesting little old Central Valley towns. They'll feed you heartily and maybe you'll find that next antique you never knew you while exploring one of their cute nostalgic Main Streets.

This place is incredible! Not only is the staff incredible, but the different chocolates are…read moreincredible! This is a cute little store front that is really a place to just grab what you want and go. But they always have it super clean and organized. I got two types of gelato: cookies and cream and matcha. The cookies and cream was rich yet super well balanced. Good cookie to cream ratio. The match was incredible. The base for their ice cream was super rich and they obviously put a lot of matcha in it to get that strong of a flavor. I was super happy and devoured it. All in all, if your haven't been here, please try it, it's worth it.

This place is inconspicuous and unassuming from the outside, but go inside and talk to them and…read moreyou'll find a legitimate operation. They produce their own chocolate from cacao beans sourced from different areas of the world. You can get chocolate on its own or a number of drinks featuring chocolate. We did both, and it's now one of our favorite places.

Super fun hike to these little hot springs located along the mountainside.read more

Always beautiful since I've been going over here!! The water level this year is high so can only go…read morethrough the bridge path..

If Elvis were an Imperial Stormtrooper, he would be the Elvis Trooper. I'm not sure there's…read moreanything more one could add to that, except: WORSHIP THE ELVIS TROOPER. Because it's inevitable. Many Bothans died to bring you this information. They didn't have to; I just don't like Bothans.