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The 581,000-acre John Muir Wilderness is the largest wilderness in California. It is named after the prominent naturalist and environmentalist. The wilderness is located in prime central Sierra Nevada, and it is the most visited wilderness in the state. Characterized by snow-capped mountains and hundreds of alpine lakes and streams, elevations within the wilderness range from 4,000 feet to more than 14,000 feet.
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AttractionsHuntington Lake
65 miles northeast of Fresno
Distance: 29.3 mi. (from destination center) Description: Nature trails at Huntington Lake highlight the area's spring wildflowers, bright birds, and wildlife. ... Read More
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Rancheria Falls
Near Huntington Lake, Sierra National Forest
1600 Tollhouse Rd. Clovis, California 93611-0532 Distance: 29.3 mi. (from destination center) Description: An easy hike to the 150-foot waterfall follows the Rancheria Falls National Recreation Trail. The route is less than two miles.... Read More
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Dinkey Lakes
Dinkey Lakes Wilderness/Sierra National Forest
1600 Tollhouse Rd. Clovis, California 93611-0532 Distance: 29.4 mi. (from destination center) Description: At or above 8,000 feet, the Dinkey Lakes region is rich with lodgepole pine trees, meadows, and granite outcroppings. This section of the Sierra National Forest encompasses 16 lakes.... Read More
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