Oakhurst in Madera County, California — The American West (Pacific Coastal)

Acorn Granary

Suunanu (Mono)

Photographed by Liam Williams, April 27, 2026

1. Acorn Granary Marker

Inscription. The acorn granary was used to protect this important staple from the elements and animals. Additionally, the tribes dedicated a substantial amount of time for acorn collection, storage and processing. A basket was woven loosely and placed on a platform above the ground. The granaries were filled with acorns in the fall and the supply was drawn out as needed. The acorns of the black and white oak are valued the highest for their mild flavor. In times of scarcity acorns of other oaks were used and even nuts of the buckeye.

Acorns were a staple for the indigenous community for thousands of years. Although it is no longer an everyday food item, it is still important in maintaining the cultural connection to the traditions of the tribes passed down by the ancestors. This granary was constructed by a local family from the North Fork Rancheria of the Mono Indians using traditional practices and materials.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Anthropology & Archaeology • Indigenous Peoples and Communities.

Location. 37° 19.8′ N, 119° 38.363′ W. Marker is in Oakhurst, California, in Madera County. It is at the intersection of School Road and Indian Springs Road, on the right when traveling west on School Road.

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This marker is located on the grounds of the Fresno Flats Historic Village & Park. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 49777 School Road, Oakhurst CA 93644, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Regionally, this marker is in California’s San Joaquin Valley,

specifically in the Central Valley,

and in the Sierra Nevada.

It is also on the American Pacific Coast.

Globally, it is in North America,

on the Ring of Fire,

in the Pacific Rim,

in the Western Hemisphere,

in the Western World,

and in the Anglosphere.

Historically, it finds itself in what was once New Spain

and also Mexico’s Alta California.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Grinding Holes (here, next to this marker); Local Indigenous Dwellings (a few steps from this marker); Oakhurst Centennial (within shouting distance of this marker); Giant Sequoia Cutting (approx. half a mile away); Old French Trail (approx. 0.6 miles away); Fresno Flats Townsite (approx. 0.6 miles away); Little Church on the Hill (approx. 0.7 miles away); Highway 49 - The Golden Chain (approx. one mile away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Oakhurst.

Acorn granary and marker image. Click for full size.

Photographed by Liam Williams, April 27, 2026

2. Acorn granary and marker

Credits. This page was last revised on May 30, 2026. It was originally submitted on May 29, 2026, by Liam Williams of Irvine, California. This page has been viewed 12 times since then. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on May 29, 2026, by Liam Williams of Irvine, California. • Andrew Ruppenstein was the editor who published this page.