Madera County

Madera County is an administrative division in Central California that stretches from the Sierra Nevada mountains to the San Joaquin Valley. The area blends agricultural fields in lower elevations with forested mountain terrain in its higher sections.

The county was established in 1893 from Fresno County territory and named after the Spanish word for wood, reflecting the lumber industry that shaped early development. This timber heritage remains woven into the region's identity.

The county fair brings farmers, artisans, and neighbors together annually to share agricultural products and local traditions. This gathering reflects how the community values both farming heritage and craftsmanship today.

The county is accessible via State Routes 41 and 99, which provide main connections to surrounding areas. Fresno Yosemite International Airport sits about 30 minutes from Madera city for those arriving by air.

The area holds sections of Sierra National Forest and serves as an entry point to Yosemite National Park via mountain routes. This location makes it a natural transition zone between valley and high-altitude regions.

Location: California

Inception: 1893

Capital city: Madera

Shares border with: Mariposa County, Tuolumne County, Mono County, Fresno County, Merced County

Website: http://madera-county.com

GPS coordinates: 37.22000,-119.77000

Latest update: December 6, 2025 21:22