A sizeable climb ensues, but the downhill on Keysville Road is worth it as you fly past old mining artifacts back to your car. Summer, however, is a trade-off. It's hot and dry, and more importantly the raft operators tend to take over the fire road between Keysville Road and the river. But the people-watching along the river is beyond compare. None available on the trail.
All services are available in Lake Isabella.
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