In contrast to the tourism-geared State Highway 41 region, this region offers the outdoor enthusiast a variety of opportunities. From glacially carved mountain peaks and valleys to soft, bubbling brooks, many people come here to wrest away city rigors and unwind. Others travel to this region to participate in its many sporting opportunities. Auberry and Power House Roads Located on the rolling Sierra foothills, Kerckhoff and Redinger lakes offer year round picnicking, boating, swimming and water skiing. The lakes, hydroelectric projects by Pacific Gas and Electric and Southern California Edison companies, are on the San Joaquin River and located off State Highway 168 on Auberry and Power House roads.
Access is also available via the town of North Fork.
Dinkey Creek Road Off State Highway 168, near the town of Shaver Lake, Dinkey Creek Road and McKinley Grove Road accesses many of the Forest's vast recreation opportunities. The route is paved in its entirety to Wishon Reservoir and is easily traversed by all vehicles. Dinkey Creek, a popular destination for both families and groups, has two campgrounds available. Services include tables, fire rings, flush and vault toilets and piped water. The group campgrounds can accommodate up to 50 people.