I can't believe I've lived in California my entire life and never visited the Sequoias until now…read more It was such an amazing experience. The weather was perfect, and the trails were incredible. This place is absolutely stunning. I hope to come back someday. 1/11/25

I decided to go see the Trailer of 100 Giants. It had signs. There was a $12.00 fee. They had an…read morearea where you can drop in the envelope. There are signs with descriptions in regards to the trees. Part of the trail was closed. Overall, it was great to see the sequoias. There also is a gift shop nearby with souvenirs and some snacks.

I live here in Bakersfield for almost two years the fishing sucks even way up here in the kern…read moreriver I fished all the way up from the bridge all the way down from the river no fish I used flies and everything else and nothing. but the scenery is beautiful and dangerous at the same time really rocky if you want to catch fish try the kings river and upper kings there's lots of life in that river and wild life everywhere all year round up there take the 99 hwy to the 180 hwy it's a drive but worth it

LOVED IT ! Awesome spot right on the Kern River on your way to johnsondale and the trail of 100…read moreGiants

Packsaddle hiking trail is located about 14 miles north of Kernville, located in Tulare county…read more Parking lot for Packsaddle trail is located about 500 feet past McNally's Fairview Lodge if your heading north. Trail head starts right across the street from parking lot. Make sure you stretch and be ready to start off with a steep climb for about a mile and a half befor you get a break. When you start hiking the trail, you will come to a fork on the trail about 200 feet from the start, stay to the RIGHT. You will cross the creek about 3 times back and fourth. Be careful after stepping on water or moist soil and then stepping on rocks. Yours boots, shoes might be very slippery after stepping on water, so don't slip and fall. Trail is about 5 miles total round trip. The only part that confuses everybody is where the trail splits off again, one towards the cave and the other towards I think it's called Rincon trail. (Look at my Packsaddle pics) the trail is pretty awesome, I have NEVER seen any Mtn lions, bears, bats or Bigfoot inside the cave. I have only seen small birds flying in and out. The cave is a little dusty, so take a mask if you don't deal to well with dust and don't forget to take a flashlight. I normally explore first and then eat my snacks after. Make sure you pack back in what ever you pack out. Normally after a good hike I love to stop into Kern River brewery for some delicious beers and a delicious burger. Happy hiking.....

This hike was pretty long. We briefly skimmed the information on this hike before starting and we…read morecould not find the cave on our own. In total, we walked 6 miles (3 miles in and 3 miles out). I definitely suggest bringing lots of water because the hike is draining as a majority of the way in is a steady uphill. There isn't much to see until you get to the "end" of the trail when you reach the small river, but the trek is worth it. We saw a small waterfall and plenty of wildlife. My group stayed at the Fairview Campsite that's right across the street to the trailhead and cooled down by the river afterward. Overall, I would suggest this hike to anyone looking for a challenge, but be prepared before you start!

Such a spectacular view. While camping totally off grid this is a magnificent and beautiful way to…read morenot only see the surrounding area but to check in at home. The phones work up there.

What can I say about this amazing breathtaking peaceful spots. If you haven't been out to Dome…read moreRock , please make it a point to go, you will literally be speechless with the view before you. Hearing the wind blow between the trees sounds like there's a river running at your feet. Once you are there all you want to do is stare out and breathe in the beauty God has created for all of us to enjoy.

Super fun hike went after the rainy season and it was incredibly beautiful wildflowers everywhere…read morenot too many people on the trail a few dogs a few bikers lots of rushing water down in the valley very beautiful

Nice trail. Be wary of the psycho dude that owns the large log cabin style home near the parking…read morearea.

The Needles tower was on fire on the year 2011. The location…read morefor the lookout was strategically placed there because of the view of the entire region. No charge hiking this place, and there's a bathroom near the parking. There's actually a ranger in the lookout during the summer to watch over the forest. It opens around 9am. Elevation: 8,254 ft. From Quaking Aspen Campground, make a left on Route 21S05 from Western Divide Highway (about a mile) Then must drive about 3 miles over dirt road until the dead end for parking. The trail entrance is on the left side. According to the sign, it's a 5-mile roundtrip, but if you want to get to the fire lookout, it's about extra few more miles, all uphill and boulder-climbing. Coordinates: 36.119746, -118.508499q

A beautiful and historical place to see and walk. If you're luck you'll see obsidian, but cannot…read moretake out. Leave as is. Highly recommended.

Super cool volcanic rock formations. You can still find lava. This is an ancient area and weather…read morehas changed its face continuously. It's BLM protected land so don't take any fossils you find. I recommend going when it's sunny, and not too windy as it really whips through this valley. If you plan on trying to climb then have someone with you. Wear the right shoes, hand grips and what not. You can't legally climb so maybe you aren't a dumb dumb and you don't so you don't fall down and go boom boom. Stay safe. Enjoy, respect the nature by taking whatever you brought in back out again. Don't ruin it with graffiti or trash. Stay beautiful. Desert Safety PSA: And for the love of God stay away from the desert if you don't know where you're at. There are old mine shafts out there from digging. Some covered - a lot not. They are deep. People have died falling not paying attention because who expects a friggin narrow but super deep hole to be there all random like? I'm talking miles and miles from streets and cities you may see one. DONT GET CLOSE TO LOOK! You can fall by slipping on the now uneven earth around it. You fall down. Your head goes boom. And then you don't come out alive. So stay out and stay on the trails.

This trail is somewhat short. On the day I went, the place was crowded (day party?) so I went…read morethrough the trail and watch the rapid water goes through. Afterwards, I feel like I had to claim my hot pool area because other people have taken over the larger pool areas as well the one secluded midway through the trail. The point is, come early and just leave because it gets crowded fast

Remmington Trail is a mountain biking trail that accesses Lightner Peak. The trailhead is located…read moreat (35.573915, -118.550334). From CA-178 East, exit at Borel Rd three miles before the town of Lake Isabella. Note your odometer and go as follows: - Turn east on Borel Rd - At 0.3 mile, there's a fork. Go right. - At 1.1 miles, Swamp Flats Campground. Continue straight. - At 2.0 miles, Hobo Campground. Continue straight. - At 3.6 miles, large parking area on the right with tree in the center. Park. From the parking area (2480'), cross the road and hike up the signed Remington Ridge Trail about 4 miles to where the trail passes east of peak 6252' and drops about 100' into a final saddle. After crossing the saddle leave the trail on the right where convenient and hike west up the slope gaining 250' to the summit. (http://angeles.sierraclub.org/hps/guides/02a.htm) The hike is about 10-12 miles roundtrip with an elevation gain of 4500'. This hike is awesome in the early spring or late winter. The trail may be snowy, but it provides great views of the snow-capped Sierras. The first time I hiked it, we missed the summit and ended up doing about 18 mi of hiking. (See map here: http://goo.gl/maps/H1HbH). To avoid this, bring a GPS.

Always love walking here, the cute cows come out in the summer and at sunset the bunnies come out!read more

A great place to hike and bring your dog. I went here after work, so I could get some fresh air. I…read morespent over an hour just exploring.