Elliott House  Shaver Lake
Tucked away in a quiet corner of the Sierra forest, this cheerful red and white inn is surrounded by pastoral beauty. The Elliott House offers the finest luxury accommodations in a rustic and very romantic mountain lodge atmosphere. 42062 Tollhouse Road, Shaver Lake (559) 841-8601.

Johnson´s Chalet  Sequoia National Park
The Chalet is nestled deep in the heart of the Giant Sequoia National Monument at an elevation of 5,350ft. Fresh air, unforgettable views, and the sounds of nature are a part of your stay at Johnson´s Chalet, which caters to the adult community. Open seasonally from May 15 to the first snow (usually around November 15). 64969 Pine Street, Hume Lake (559) 335-2797.

Primrose Inn  Shaver Lake
The Primrose Inn is located about an hour from Fresno in the quaint little town of Shaver Lake in the Sierra Nevada Mountains. Guests at the Inn can enjoy water recreation on the ice blue waters of the lake, snow skiing at nearby Sierra Summit, and back packing, horseback riding, trail hikes and long romantic strolls in the woods. 42025 Tollhouse Road, Shaver Lake (559) 841-3731.

Knotty Pine Cabins  Shaver Lake
Shaver Lake is located just 50 miles northeast of Fresno, at an elevation of 5500´. Knotty Pine Cabins are located in the center of Shaver Lake Village within walking distance of the charming shops and restaurants. Come up and enjoy the cool and clean mountain air. 41851 Tollhouse Road, Shaver Lake (559) 779-8426.

Lakeshore Resort  Huntington Lake
Since 1922, Lakeshore Resort has provided year round recreation and rustic hospitality. Experience a true secluded getaway at this resort surrounded by three wilderness areas ? Kaiser, Ansel Adams and John Muir. Located at Huntington Lake, water recreation includes swimming, sailing, and fishing and snowmobiling and snow skiing are available in the winter. Lakeshore also is home to a general store, restaurant, and saloon. Hwy 168 & Huntington Lake Road, Lakeshore (559) 893-3193

Mono Hot Springs Resort
This private hot springs resort on the edge of the Ansel Adams Wilderness is located 90 miles east of Fresno on Highway 168. They offer hot mineral baths, massage, rustic cabins, and good food all in an extraordinary scenic location. Season is from mid May to Nov 1. Hwy 168 & Kaiser Pass, Mono Hot Springs (559) 325-1710

Montecito Sequoia Lodge  Kings Canyon National Park
Founded in 1946, Montecito Sequoia Lodge is located on a spacious 42 acres at 7,500 feet elevation on Lake Homavalo. Located in the Sequoia National Forest, between Sequoia National Park and Kings Canyon National Park, the historic, rustic, and family oriented Lodge, offers a comfortable and unique experience for adults, children, and seniors. Montecito Sequoia offers outstanding cross-country skiing, sledding and snow tubing slopes. Summer brings opportunities for hiking, water recreation, tennis, and more. The Lodge also offers a family vacation camp program in the summer. 8000 Generals Highway, Kings Canyon National Park, (800) 227-9900.

Muir Trail Ranch  Florence Lake
The family owned Muir Trail Ranch is located in a beautiful valley along the San Joaquin River in the high mountains east of Fresno, surrounded by soaring granite peaks and the John Muir Wilderness of the Sierra National Forest. Explore the pristine wild country with opportunities for horseback riding, hiking, fishing, photography or just viewing the varied wildlife and nature offerings. Make sure to enjoy the luxurious hot spring baths! Hwy 168 & Kaiser Pass Road, (209) 966-3195.

Shaver Lake Lodge at the Point
Just a short drive from the Fresno area, the Shaver Basin is an ideal place to enjoy a wonderful variety of year-round outdoor recreation. Our cozy cabins are perfect for a mountain getaway. Stop by the historic Trappers at the Point for a fantastic dining experience to top off a day with the family or that someone special. On weekends enjoy live music and dancing. 44185 Highway 168, Shaver Lake (559) 841-3256.

Shaver Lake Village Hotel
The historic Shaver Lake Village Hotel is located in the town of Shaver Lake in the Sierra National Forest. The mountains offer mild temperatures in the summer and a winter snow wonderland. The town of Shaver Lake is the entrance to six major mountain lakes, Huntington, Florence, Wishon, Courtright, Edison, and of course Shaver. Shaver Lake Village Hotel is an ideal jumping off point for recreational activities including, sailing, hiking, fishing, skiing, and snowmobiling. 42135 Tollhouse Road, Shaver Lake (559) 841-8289.

Vermilion Valley Resort  Edison Lake
Nestled in the beautiful Sierra Nevada backcountry just a mile off the John Muir Trail, Vermilion Valley Resort at Edison Lake is a rustic paradise. The Resort boasts beautiful High Country scenery, acres of pine trees, and an alpine lake with 13 miles of shoreline and stocked with some of the biggest fish to be had. Since 1962 this outpost of civilization tucked deep within the Sierra Nevada has been a haven for anglers in search of trout and hikers traveling through this scenic wilderness. Hwy 168 & Kaiser Pass Road, Edison Lake (559) 259-4000.