October 29, 2026 - 9:04 am

A tribal casino in California developed and managed by Las Vegas-based Station Casinos has finally opened after more than two decades of legal challenges.

The North Fork Mono Casino officially opened for business Tuesday in Madera, California, less than 30 miles north of Fresno in the state’s Central Valley. The $725 million development has a total all-in project cost of approximately $750 million, according to Station Casinos, which will manage the resort in partnership with the North Fork Rancheria of Mono Indians of California.

The 264,000-square-foot property showcases floor-to-ceiling windows that fill the space with natural light and the 100,000-square-foot gaming area features more than 2,400 slot machines and 40 table games. There is a high limit room as well with 138 slots, 10 table games, a private bar and its own cashier.

The resort features eight dining venues and four bars.…