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An Easy, Family-Friendly Hike to a Spectacular 150-Foot Waterfall Near Huntington Lake
Residents of the Central Valley have long escaped the oppressive summer heat by heading up into the western Sierra Nevada during the hotter months of the year. Only about an hour and a half from Fresno, gorgeous Huntington Lake lies at 6,950 feet above sea level. This is high enough to leave the 100+ degree temperatures and the haze of pollution far behind. The lake is accessible by paved road and is ringed with numerous campgrounds and private resorts, making it a popular destination for campers, boaters,
Whether you drive up for the day or camp at one of the area’s many lakeside campgrounds, you won’t want to miss this short, easy hike to Rancheria Falls. Less than two miles round trip and only 200 feet of elevation gain, it’s suitable for hikers of all ages and abilities. You will have to drive on a short stretch of dirt road to reach the trailhead, but it’s well-graded and suitable for regular passenger vehicles. Just drive slowly and watch out for minor obstacles.