THINGS TO DO IN FRESNO!   

Fresno Chaffee Zoo 894 W. Belmont Fresno, CA 93728 (559) 498-5910

The Fresno Classic Half Marathon runs inside the grounds of the Fresno Chaffee Zoo, which is home to nearly 600 animals and more than 120 animal species -- including 18 species listed on the Species Survival Plan, which works to help breed many of the planet's rarest animals. Runners will get the chance to run through the zoo's park roads and past a number of animal exhibits before heading back out into the city.

Meux Home Museum

One of the prime houses in terms of historical and architectural significance is the Meux Family home at the northwest corner of Tulare and R Streets in down town Fresno. The Museum is open to the public on Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Hours of operatioin are from 12:00 noon to 3:30 PM.

Yosemite National Park

Yosemite National Park is just 45 minutes from Fresno. With its majestic granite peaks, fragrant wildflower meadows, stately Sequoias and picturesque vistas, Yosemite has rightfully earned the distinction as one of the most beautiful places on earth. And when the seasons are warm, you have a full access pass to all of its bountiful treasures.

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