The Northern Yokuts are a group of Indigenous peoples who traditionally inhabit the San Joaquin Valley in California. They are part of the larger Yokuts cultural group, which includes various tribes with distinct languages and customs. Historically, the Northern Yokuts relied on hunting, fishing, and gathering for their subsistence, utilizing the rich natural resources of their environment. Their social structure was organized into small, semi-nomadic bands, each with its own territory. The Northern Yokuts spoke several dialects of the Yokuts language, which is part of the larger Penutian language family. Today, efforts are being made to preserve their cultural heritage and languages, as well as to promote awareness of their history.