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Sometimes in spring or during major
rain events the Kern River Preserve
headquarters and migrant corner areas
flood to the point of necessary closure to
protect the roadbed.
Here are a few local alternative
birding sites.
KRV checklist is updated
as soon as new birds are seen in the area or their seasonal status
changes. Caution due to the large file size, the page is a little slow
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South Fork Wildlife Area
Sequoia National Forest South Fork Wildlife Area -
This 1200 acre forested area is just west of the Kern River Preserve and is
accessed from Hwy. 178 just east of the village of South Lake and about a mile
west of Sierra Way. It borders both sides of the South Fork Kern River between
the western boundary of the Kern River Preserve and the eastern shore of
Isabella Reservoir. Drive down a dirt road (Patterson Lane - not marked) about
1/4 mile, the entrance to the wildlife area is on your right. Park and walk in.
Can be flooded from November to June in high rainfall years, normally dry.
Directions: 1. Head west on CA-178 W toward South Lake - 3.0
mi
2. Turn right at Patterson Ln - 0.3 mi
3. Turn right at sign to wildlife area - 348 ft
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