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Whitewater and Lakes
Sequoia National Forest

The Sequoia National Forest offers a huge range of outdoor recreation activities. The rivers, lakes and reservoirs offer boating, fishing, water-skiing, swimming, whitewater rafting, and kayaking. Plan your wet adventures for memories of a lifetime!

Kings River. This Wild and Scenic River continues to sculpt the incredible Kings Canyon, one of the deepest canyons in the world. The spectacular scenery and geology, world class white water opportunities and fisheries attract visitors from around the world. Read more…

Historic Hume Lake. Originally a mill pond for a historic logging operation, this lake now provides water based recreation opportunities including non-motorized boating, fishing and nature study. Read more…

Kern River. Originating on the western slope of Mount Whitney, the highest peak in the contiguous United States, the steep descent and sheer volume of water provide whitewater enthusiast a wide variety of trip options. This wild and scenic river also provides outstanding fishing year round. Read more about the Upper Kern and Lower Kern River…

Lake Isabella is one of the largest bodies of water within a convenient driving distance to Southern California. The entire lake is open to all types of water sports including the only motorized boating in the Sequoia National Forest. Afternoon winds in this high desert environment surrounded by mountains is an ideal environment for sailing and wind surfing. Read more…

Tule River. Two of the three forks of the Tule River flow through National Forest. Originating in the Golden Trout Wilderness, flowing through groves of giant sequoia, and down through the rugged Tule Canyon, this beautiful river offers visitors many opportunities to enjoy their favorite outdoor activities, drinking water for communities, hydroelectric power and irrigation water. Read more…