Celebrations & Family Time
A birthday, an anniversary, a family visit. Ask us first.
The short answer
Celebrations & Family Time at Mariposa Highlands are for quiet milestones: a birthday, an anniversary, or grandparents and grandkids together on our ridge in Coulterville, CA. Book an Airstream or a few side by side (up to 15 guests across five), meet Pearl, Lola and Lemon at 9 AM, share a meal outside your Airstream, and gather around your site's own propane fire pit at sunset. Parties or events are only allowed if you book out the entire property, and they still follow our guidelines, so please inquire before you book.
- Best for
- Birthdays, anniversaries, family visits
- Booking
- Inquire
- Guests
- Up to 15 (5 Airstreams, 3 each)
- Parties or events
- Only with a full-property buyout
Ideas for a quiet celebration
- Morning
Meet the herd
The free 9 AM visit with Pearl, Lola and Lemon is a favorite with kids and grandparents. See Meet the Highlanders.
- Midday
An easy outing
A short walk to the springs, or a lake afternoon. See The Springs and Lake Days.
- Golden hour
A meal together
Grill on the BBQ, set out a board, and raise a glass as the sun goes down.
- Evening
Propane fire pit and stars
Sit by your site's own propane fire pit, then look up. See Dark Skies & Sunsets.
Insider tips from the family
- 01
Inquire first
Tell us the occasion, your group size, and dates. We will be clear about what is possible.
- 02
Bring the cake
Every Airstream has a kitchenette with a fridge. Bring your own food and cake.
- 03
Keep decorations simple
Please no confetti, balloons, or loud music.
- 04
Plan for kids
Supervise children near cattle, roads, and slopes.
Getting there
Mariposa Highlands is on Penon Blanco Road in Coulterville, CA, in the Sierra foothills between Lake McClure and Lake Don Pedro. We share the exact address after you book.
We are about 36 miles (roughly an hour) from Yosemite's Big Oak Flat entrance via Hwy 120.
The roads are paved asphalt all the way to us.
Good to know
- Parties or events only with a full-property buyout, and they still follow our guidelines: no amplified music, quiet hours from 10 PM.
- Every site has its own propane fire pit. No wood fires. Propane fire pit rules:.
- Each Airstream sleeps up to 3 (queen + futon).
- Quiet hours start at 10 PM.
Questions guests ask us
Can we celebrate a birthday or anniversary here?
Yes. Book an Airstream or a few, and please inquire first. Parties or events are only allowed if you book out the entire property, and they still need to follow our guidelines.
Can we host a wedding or party?
Only if you book out the entire property, and the event still needs to follow our guidelines, including quiet hours from 10 PM. Please inquire.
Is it good for families with kids?
Many families love the 9 AM visit with Pearl, Lola and Lemon and the trails. Children must be supervised.
How many people can stay?
Up to 15 guests across the five Airstreams, 3 in each.
Can extra family members visit for the day?
Please ask before you book.
