High Sierra Ranger District
The High Sierra Ranger District is known for its breathtaking landscapes and diverse ecosystems spanning in elevations ranging from roughly 2,000 to over 13,000 feet, and offers a variety of recreational activities. Recreational offerings include hiking, camping, and fishing. Nearby popular attractions include Huntington, Shaver, and Florence lakes, as well as the John Muir Wilderness.
The district is accessible via California State Route 168, a short 65 mile drive northeast of the city of Fresno. Great for day-trippers, hikers, campers and outdoor enthusiasts.
General Information
The High Sierra Ranger District is located at:
29688 Auberry Rd
P.O. Box 559
Prather, CA 93651
(559) 855-5355 Hearing Impaired
California Relay Service 711
Recreation Sites
A Group Campground
Site Closed
Badger Flat Campground
Site Closed
Located along Kaiser Pass Road above Huntington lake, Badger Flat Campground has 15 first-come, first-serve campsites along a large sandy area adjacent to Rancheria Creek. Each unit has grill, fire…
Badger Flat Group Campground
Site Closed
Badger Flat Group Camp sits in a quiet and isolated area along Rancheria Creek, at an elevation of over 8,000 feet in the High Sierra. The site sits on open and flat land shaded by fir trees and can…
Badger Trailhead
Site Open
This trailhead is for entry into the Dinkey Lakes Wilderness, not the Kaiser Wilderness.The Badger Flat Trailhead is located on Kaiser Pass Road next to the Potter Pass Trailhead. The Badger Flat…
Bear Cove Picnic Site
Site Closed
Located on Huntington Lake, Bear Cove Picnic Site offers 18 picnic sites shaded by dense fir trees. Drinking water and vault toilets are provided and each site has a picnic table and grill.
Bear Creek Diversion Trailhead (J59)
Site Open
Bear Diversion Trailhead provides access to Bear Creek Trail and shares quota with Bear Cutoff. The trail follows the drainage of Bear Creek upstream from Bear Creek Diversion Dam. The trail is rated…
Bear Ridge Cutoff Trailhead
Site Open
Bear Ridge Cutoff Trailhead
Bear Wallow Camping Area
Site Closed
Located along north side of the Kings River on a large sandy flat area. Take a day hike on the Bear Wallow trail located just west of the campground. Great place for camping in spring and fall. Very…
Billy Creek Picnic Site
Site Closed
Located on Huntington Lake, Billy Creek Picnic Area offers 7 picnic sites shaded by dense fir trees. Each site provides a picnic table and grill. Water not provided.
Billy Creek Trailhead
Site Open
The Billy Creek Trailhead is located above Upper Billy Creek Campground at Huntington Lake. Billy Creek Trail is 2.3 miles long and intersects with the Mary’s Meadow Trail which is 1.9 miles in…