Overview
Fresno is in the San Joaquin Valley of California. Many visitors find themselves stopping in Fresno on the way to Yosemite National Park, Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks.
Day Trips · Family Travel · Festivals · Museums · Nightlife
Before you go
Culture
Fresno has a large Hmong community and is the birthplace of writer William Saroyan.
Safety
Crime is a concern south of Shaw Avenue; avoid Chinatown area and southeast Fresno at night.
Transport
YARTS shuttle connects Fresno to Yosemite National Park year-round.
Weather
Summer temperatures often exceed 100°F; winter is mild with fog.