Map, Parking + Transportation

Exit Hwy 140 to Merced and add a dash of unexpected adventure to your trip. Surrounded by spectacular natural landscapes, lakes and wildlife wetlands, Merced is also home to a vibrant dining scene, boutique shopping district, and recreational attractions worth the stop.

Dubbed the Gateway to California, Merced is ideally located less than two-hours away from some of California’s idyllic travel destinations like Yosemite National Park, Monterey Bay, the Santa Cruz Mountains and the Pacific Ocean and its beautiful beaches.