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13 nearby parks, towns and places to explore, ordered by straight-line distance.
26 miles southeast · straight-line distanceAbout 45 min by car (42 road miles, typical traffic, checked October 2026)
City in Tulare County, California, United States.
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Town26 miles southeast · straight-line distanceAbout 50 min by car (42 road miles, typical traffic, checked October 2026)
City in Fresno County, California, United States.
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Town35 miles south · straight-line distanceAbout 50 min by car (51 road miles, typical traffic, checked October 2026)
City in south-central San Joaquin Valley and the seat of Kings County, California, United States.
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Town36 miles south · straight-line distanceAbout 45 min by car (40 road miles, typical traffic, checked October 2026)
City in Kings County, California, United States.
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Town41 miles southeast · straight-line distanceAbout 50 min by car (52 road miles, typical traffic, checked October 2026)
City and county seat of Tulare County, California, United States.
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National park site55 miles east · straight-line distance
National park in the Sierra Nevada mountains, California, U.S.
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National park site57 miles east · straight-line distance
National park in the Sierra Nevada mountains in California, USA.
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National park site64 miles north · straight-line distance
National park in California, United States.
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National park site84 miles west · straight-line distance
National park in California, United States of America.
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105 miles north · straight-line distance
California state park with groves of giant sequoias.
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107 miles west · straight-line distanceAbout 2 hr 20 min by car (132 road miles, typical traffic, checked October 2026)
Family amusement and nature park.
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State park124 miles west · straight-line distance
State park in California.
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Things to do129 miles west · straight-line distanceAbout 2 hr 40 min by car (164 road miles, typical traffic, checked October 2026)
Mansion in San Jose, California.
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40 recreation areas and campgrounds within 67 miles, from Recreation.gov. Filter by what you want to do.
12 miles north · straight-line distanceBureau of Reclamation
Friant Dam on the San Joaquin River, forms Millerton Lake. The dam and lake are features of the Central Valley Project - Friant Division .
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20 miles northeast · straight-line distanceAbout 50 min by car (34 road miles, checked October 2026)Bureau of Land Management
Sunset views from this site are dramatic. The group campground is one large site, which can accommodate 75+ people, and is by reservation only. There is a large, paved parking lot which can accommodate large trailers or motor homes.
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20 miles northeast · straight-line distanceAbout 50 min by car (34 road miles, checked October 2026)Bureau of Land Management
Nestled by large oak trees and located near the Nuckahee Learning center, the Equestrian Campground offers a large parking area for trailers, and corrals available for horseback riders.
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20 miles east · straight-line distanceAbout 45 min by car (34 road miles, checked October 2026)US Army Corps of Engineers
This recreation area is part of Pine Flat Lake
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20 miles northeast · straight-line distanceBureau of Reclamation
The San Joaquin River Gorge SRMA is located at the upper portion of Millerton Lake and is accessed through the town of Auberry, CA. The area is managed by Bureau of Land Management (BLM) with trail heads for the San Joaquin trail.
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20 miles northeast · straight-line distanceBureau of Land Management
NOTICE: Between February 2nd to February 12th, high water flows and potential flow fluctuations are expected in the San Joaquin River below the Kerckhoff Dam. The BLM advises all visitors to stay out of the water during this time.
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20 miles northeast · straight-line distanceBureau of Land Management
Visitor Center The Visitor Center is open every Friday through Sunday from 10am to 2pm. Come to the Visitor Center to explore the plants, animals and people who call the scenic San Joaquin River Gorge their home.
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20 miles northeast · straight-line distanceAbout 45 min by car (34 road miles, checked October 2026)Bureau of Land Management
Gorgeous views of the Table Mountains surround this campsite and trailhead. Camping is available on a first come-first serve basis, reservations are not accepted for this campground of six campsites with picnic tables, fire pits, and vault…
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21 miles east · straight-line distanceUS Army Corps of Engineers
Less than an hour east of Fresno in the Sierra and Sequoia National Forests. The scenic and rugged Kings River Canyon is the location of this beautiful park where fishing, boating, and waterskiing are all available.
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22 miles northwest · straight-line distanceUS Army Corps of Engineers
Less than an hour drive northeast of Fresno in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada enroute to Yosemite National Park. Lake activities include water skiing, fishing, swimming, horseback riding, mountain biking, hiking, and camping.
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22 miles northwest · straight-line distanceAbout 55 min by car (37 road miles, checked October 2026)US Army Corps of Engineers
This recreation area is part of Hensley Lake
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22 miles east · straight-line distanceAbout 55 min by car (39 road miles, checked October 2026)US Army Corps of Engineers
Island Park Recreation Area is the place to go for campers looking for lots of exciting water activities at Pine Flat Lake. The area has plenty of campsites plus two group sites and a day-use area for boaters.
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23 miles northwest · straight-line distanceAbout 55 min by car (37 road miles, checked October 2026)US Army Corps of Engineers
Buck Ridge group day-use pavillion is located within the Buck Ridge Recreation Area at Hidden Dam, Hensley Lake.
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23 miles northwest · straight-line distanceAbout 55 min by car (37 road miles, checked October 2026)US Army Corps of Engineers
Hidden View Campground is located at Hensley Lake in the foothills of central California, 50 miles north of Fresno.
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23 miles east · straight-line distanceAbout 55 min by car (30 road miles, checked October 2026)US Army Corps of Engineers
Trimmer Campground is a small facility on the shore of Pine Flat Lake in central California. Pine Flat Lake spans 20 miles in length and boasts 67 miles of shoreline.
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29 miles northeast · straight-line distanceAbout 50 min by car (42 road miles, checked October 2026)USDA Forest Service
Dorabelle Campground is a popular family camping destination above Shaver Lake. Some sites are shaded by a thick stand of fir, cedar and pine trees, while other sites are more open.
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30 miles northwest · straight-line distanceAbout 1 hr 15 min by car (56 road miles, checked October 2026)US Army Corps of Engineers
Wildcat Equestrian Area at Buchanan Dam, H.V. Eastman Lake is a perfect launchpad for activities like horseback riding, birding and hiking.
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31 miles northwest · straight-line distanceAbout 1 hr 20 min by car (57 road miles, checked October 2026)US Army Corps of Engineers
This recreation area is part of Eastman Lake
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31 miles northwest · straight-line distanceAbout 1 hr 20 min by car (57 road miles, checked October 2026)US Army Corps of Engineers
Codorniz Campground on H.V. Eastman Lake is a perfect launchpad for activities like fishing, canoeing, birding and hiking.
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31 miles northwest · straight-line distanceUS Army Corps of Engineers
Just one hour north of Fresno in the Sierra Nevada foothills. Rolling oak-covered hills provide a scenic and restful setting for fishing, boating, and hiking.
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31 miles east · straight-line distanceAbout 1 hr 35 min by car (46 road miles, checked October 2026)USDA Forest Service
At approximately 1,000 feet in elevation, Kirch Flat Campground resides on a large flat area on the river’s edge of the scenic Kings River and is surrounded by rolling, oak-covered foothills and spectacular river canyon and mountain views…
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32 miles east · straight-line distanceAbout 1 hr 40 min by car (49 road miles, checked October 2026)USDA Forest Service
Camp Four and a Half Cabin is located along the Kings River above Pine Flat Reservoir at an elevation of 1,100 feet in Sequoia National Forest.
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32 miles northwest · straight-line distanceAbout 1 hr 15 min by car (56 road miles, checked October 2026)US Army Corps of Engineers
Chowchilla Recreation Day Use Area is located at the beautiful Eastman Lake, surrounded by rugged oak-covered hills. Visitors take advantage of this scenic setting for fishing, boating and hiking.
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36 miles north · straight-line distanceBureau of Land Management
Located in the Historic Grub Gulch Mining District and site of a portion of the historic Sugarpine-Madera Flume, this site features access to the Fresno River.
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43 miles northeast · straight-line distanceUSDA Forest Service
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48 miles southeast · straight-line distanceUS Army Corps of Engineers
One hour SE of Fresno in the rugged foothills of the Sierra Nevada. High mountains provide an exciting background for fishing and boating at this popular park, located on the main southern route into Sequoia-Kings Canyon National Park.
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53 miles southeast · straight-line distanceBureau of Land Management
Nestled in the heart of the Sierra Nevada foothills, Case Mountain offers a stunning natural escape for outdoor enthusiasts.
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54 miles west · straight-line distanceBureau of Land Management
Look closely at the ground you will find evidence of the vast inland sea that once covered the Tumey Hills. The light porous rocks are composed of diatoms, the tiny, bleached, shell-like skeletons of sea algae.
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56 miles northwest · straight-line distanceFish and Wildlife Service
The Merced National Wildlife Refuge encompasses 10,258 acres of wetlands, native grasslands, vernal pools, and riparian woodlands.
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56 miles north · straight-line distanceBureau of Land Management
The Merced River Recreation Management Area is a very special place just downstream from Yosemite. It is well known for excellent whitewater boating, wildflower viewing, camping, swimming, and recreational gold panning/prospecting.
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61 miles west · straight-line distanceBureau of Reclamation
Little Panoche Dam is a feature of the Central Valley Project - San Luis Unit . The area is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Access by foot only. Parking lot provided. Nearest main highway, I-5.
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62 miles east · straight-line distanceNational Park Service
Huge mountains, rugged foothills, deep canyons, vast caverns, and the world’s largest trees exemplify the diversity of landscapes, life, and beauty here.
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64 miles northeast · straight-line distanceNational Park Service
Established in 1911 by presidential proclamation, Devils Postpile National Monument protects and preserves the Devils Postpile formation, the 101-foot high Rainbow Falls, and pristine mountain scenery.
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65 miles west · straight-line distanceBureau of Land Management
Within the steep and rugged Griswold Canyon, BLM land straddles both sides of the road.
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65 miles west · straight-line distanceBureau of Land Management
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65 miles south · straight-line distanceFish and Wildlife Service
Visitors to the Pixley National Wildlife Refuge may be surprised to see that it is home to small, seasonal marsh wetlands.
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65 miles west · straight-line distanceFish and Wildlife Service
The San Luis National Wildlife Refuge encompasses over 26,800 acres of wetlands, riparian woodlands, native grasslands, and vernal pools. A thriving population of endemic tule elk is showcased on one of three auto tour routes.
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66 miles southwest · straight-line distanceBureau of Land Management
Located on the outskirts of the Clear Creek Management Area (CCMA), Condon Peak offers rolling grass-covered slopes with a few tall pines and shrubs, as well as steep slopes and rocky outcrops covered with pine and brush.
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67 miles southwest · straight-line distanceBureau of Land Management
The Coalinga Mineral Springs National Recreation Trail was designated under the National Recreation Trails System Act in 1981. The trail is located on the scenic southern tip of the Diablo Mountains.
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67 miles southwest · straight-line distanceBureau of Land Management
Parking access onto nearly 1,800 acres of Bureau of Land Management property in this area is provided through an easement from the California Department of Fish and Game.
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From the National Park Service; closures, dangers and cautions only. Check the park's page before you go.
Recreation areas and campgrounds from Recreation.gov's directory, checked October 9, 2026. Listings are not live availability: check Recreation.gov or the managing agency for open dates, fees, reservations and conditions. Directions go to the listed coordinates, which may not be the entrance. Campground driving times: Powered by Geoapify · © OpenStreetMap contributors.
This guide includes Dinuba, Orange Cove, Hanford, Lemoore, Visalia. Places are ordered by straight-line distance. Confirm visitor access, opening hours and current travel conditions before choosing a trip.
Approximately 26 miles southeast in a straight line; driving takes about 45 min over 42 road miles in typical traffic (Geoapify, checked October 2026). This is not current traffic or a route to a confirmed visitor entrance. Check your route before leaving.
Approximately 26 miles southeast in a straight line; driving takes about 50 min over 42 road miles in typical traffic (Geoapify, checked October 2026). This is not current traffic or a route to a confirmed visitor entrance. Check your route before leaving.
Approximately 35 miles south in a straight line; driving takes about 50 min over 51 road miles in typical traffic (Geoapify, checked October 2026). This is not current traffic or a route to a confirmed visitor entrance. Check your route before leaving.
Recreation.gov lists 16 campgrounds within 32 miles, including Aholul Group Campground (20 miles northeast), Equestrian Campground (20 miles northeast), Pine Flat Campground (20 miles east). Check Recreation.gov for current availability, seasons and reservations.