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CAMP FOUR AND HALF CABIN, CAStatus: Open through Tue Dec 31 2013 Season Dates 1 site(s) found
ALL (1) OverviewCamp Four and a Half Cabin located along the King's River at an elevation of 1,100 feet in the Sequoia National Forest. The campgrounds sits within the Sequoia National Monument, about 60 miles east of Fresno, California.The cabin was built in 1957. Until the early 1980s, the cabin was used as a residence and office by various Forest Service rangers and their families. The cabin has been restored to the current condition through the efforts of dedicated volunteers and employees. Natural Features:The cabin is a stone's throw from King's River. In the spring the valley is ablaze with wildflowers. Recreation:Guests can fish, swim, kayak or white water raft in the Kings's River. The river is swift and cold and can be dangerous at peak flows in April through June but becomes very tranquil in late summer and fall. There are three whitewater rafting companies that provide guided trips on this section of the Kings River from mid April through early July. The section of the Kings River from Garnet Dike to Pine Flat Lake is open to fishing year round with a two fish limit. A fishing permit is required; (clear here for details). Facilities:The cabin is equipped with a generator to provide electricity, a heater and swamp cooler. Activities and Amenities
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Getting There:GPS Info. (Latitude, Longitude):36.86222, -119.28861 36°51'44"N, 119°17'19"W From Fresno, California take Highway 180 to Academy Avenue. Turn left (north) and proceed one mile to the intersection with Belmont Avenue. Turn right (east) on Belmont. Proceed east on Belmont which turns into Trimmer Springs Road. In about 13 miles you will pass through the tiny community of Piedra, your last opportunity to purchase supplies and gas. This store is only open during the day. After about 42 miles you will cross the Kings River bridge and continue onto paved Forest Service Road 12S01. The road turns to dirt after a mile, and the cabin is located nearly a mile further down 12S01. Contact Information:Mailing Address:CAMP FOUR AND HALF CABIN35860 KINGS CANYON RD DUNLAP CA 93621 Phone Number:Information: (559)338-2251 |
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