Yosemite Valley, California

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Mariposa County

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STR Status

County-level data: No city-specific ordinance found. Showing regulations for Mariposa County which apply to this area.
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/16/2026

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredNot specified
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Official Sources

mariposacounty.gov/1813/Vacation-Rentals
Data confidence: 40%Last updated: June 16, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Yosemite Valley, California

Yosemite Valley, California has no separate city ordinance, so Mariposa County rules apply — under which short-term rentals are allowed under certain conditions.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Yosemite Valley, California?

Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed under certain conditions in Yosemite Valley, California.

Where do these Yosemite Valley short-term rental rules come from?

These details are verified against Yosemite Valley's official short-term rental ordinance and updated when the rules change.

Always verify before you buy. Short-term-rental rules change often and may not be fully current here. Confirm directly with Yosemite Valley, Mariposa County, or California authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.