Merced is a dynamic community of about 75,000 people, with friendly small town living in a mid-size city, offering a diverse blend of rural environments. Centrally located in the state, our community provides both a convenient location and a host of entertaining options.

The University of California Merced campus, opened in 2005, provides new educational and economic opportunity, adding to the already-established growth of the region.

As the "Gateway to Yosemite," Merced offers the traveler an abundance of recreational facilities and a short drive or ride into Yosemite National Park.

You will find your visit in Merced friendly and enjoyable!