Founded in the early 20th century to supply cowboys on their seasonal herding routes, the store has historic ties to founder Tom Beasore, one of Fresno County's first deputy sheriffs.

Today, Jones Store is recognized as a notable stop on the Sierra Vista Scenic Byway.

[10] He opposed the proposed Trans-Sierra Highway near Devil's Postpile, which would have linked the Eastern Sierra and Nevada with the San Joaquin Valley.

[11] Jones Store provides a variety of food items, including hamburgers and pies, along with an assortment of cold beverages.

The store functions without electricity, phone, or cell service, utilizing propane to fuel the grills and refrigerate food items.