Mariposa • Gateway to Yosemite

Your Last Stop
Before Yosemite

Whether you're grabbing last-minute essentials or upgrading your kit, we've got you covered. Curated gear, local know-how, and the Switchback used gear exchange—all on your way to the park.

Switchback Gear Exchange

Streamline Your Gear.
Fuel Affordable Adventures.

Upgrade your setup without breaking the bank. Trade in gear you've outgrown or score quality used equipment — all inspected and trail-ready.

1

Bring It In

Drop off your clean, gently-used gear during shop hours with a photo ID. Choose a pricing strategy and we'll handle the rest.

2

We Price & Display

Your gear goes on the floor with quality used items from brands like Osprey, Patagonia, and Black Diamond.

3

You Get Paid

Store credit is issued 8 days after sale. Premium tier items earn 70%, Standard gets 60%.

How Switchback Works

Premium (70%): excellent condition, strong brand fit. Standard (60%): all other accepted gear.

Trusted Gear

Brands We Carry

We partner with brands that share our values: quality construction, fair practices, and gear that lasts.

Plus access to 1,000+ brands through our distribution partners.

Yosemite Locals
Curated Selection
Honest Advice
Family-Owned
View from Clouds Rest overlooking Yosemite Valley

Local Knowledge

The Approach Difference

We're not a warehouse. We're not a chain. We're a family with 25 years experience hiking Yosemite trails who actually use the gear we sell.

  • Honest recommendations—no upselling, just what works for your trip
  • Quality over quantity—fewer SKUs, better curation
Our Story

Find Us

Visit the Shop

Hours

Tuesday – Thursday: 10:30 AM – 6:00 PM

Friday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Saturday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Closed Sunday & Monday

Adventuring on a different schedule?
Text us—we'll help if we can.

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Location

5081 CA-140, Suite A
Mariposa, CA 95338

On Hwy 140, 45 min from Arch Rock Entrance

Easy parking in our lot or along CA-140—even for RVs & trailers.

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The Approach Trading Post storefront in Mariposa