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Merced River, California
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Description: Including the South Fork, the Merced flows through exceptional scenery -- glaciated peaks, lakes, alpine and subalpine meadows -- in alternating pools and cascades. Wildflower displays are spectacular. The South Fork possesses one of the few remaining pristine Sierra fisheries with self-sustaining populations of rainbow, eastern brook, and brown trout. Archeology and wildlife are also noteworthy. Rafting is best April- August, on class III-V+ rapids. Camping at Railroad Flat or McCabe Flat campgrounds.
Location: From its source (including Red Peak Fork, Merced Peak Fork, Triple Peak Fork, and Lyle Fork) in Yosemite National Park to a point 300 feet upstream of the confluence with Bear Creek. The South Fork from its source in Yosemite National Park to the confluence with the main stem.
Put-ins at Redbud, Cranberry, Briceburg and Indian Flat. Take- outs at Briceburg, McCabe Flat, Railroad Flat, Bagby Reservoir. Portage at North Fork Falls.
Address: Bureau of Land Management
Bakersfield Field Office
3801 Pegasus Drive
Bakersfield, CA 93308 |
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Phone: (661) 391-6000 |
Season: year round |
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Fee: for some areas along the river |
Reservations: no
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Activities
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Biking
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Fishing |
Picnicking
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| Boating (Motorized) |
Hiking/Backpacking
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Scenic Driving
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| Boating (Non-motorized) |
Horseback Riding |
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| Boating (WW) |
Hunting |
Water Sports |
| Camping |
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Wildlife Viewing |
| Caving |
Off Highway Vehicles
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Winter Sports
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| Climbing
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Services and Facilities
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Visitor Center
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Group Campgnd
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RV Sites
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Exhibits |
Campgnd, Primitive
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Electric Hookup
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Interpretive Programs
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Drinking Water
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Dump Station
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Cultural-Historic Sites
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Restrooms
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Boat Ramp
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Campgnd, Developed
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Showers
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Marina |
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| Rental Cabins |
Notes: Managed in partnership with the National Park Service and Sierra National Forest.
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