Wilderness becomes a popular public issue. Omnibus Parks Bill formulated to protect nearly 100 areas of environmental concern. Bill to include Mineral King in the National Parks and Recreation Act approved. Termination of the Mineral King cabin community outlined. 1979 Alternatives for a Comprehensive Management Plan for Mineral King published by Sequoia National Park.
All options permit cabins to remain for the lifetime of the owner of record.
1982 Cultural Resources Plan completed. Mineral King not included. 1984 Mineral King Land Protection Plan released. Mineral King Preservation Society formed. Efforts to achieve historic designation begin.