Dinkey Lakes Wilderness
The Dinkey Lakes Wilderness is a federally designated wilderness area located 45 miles (72 km) northeast of Fresno, in the state of California, United States. It comprises 30,000 acres (12,141 ha) within the Sierra National Forest and was added to the National Wilderness Preservation System by the California Wilderness Act of 1984. Elevations range from 8,200 feet (2,500 m) to 10,619 feet (3,237 m). Recreational activities in the wilderness include day hiking, backpacking, horseback riding, fishing, rock climbing and cross-country skiing.
| Dinkey Lakes Wilderness | |
|---|---|
IUCN category Ib (wilderness area) | |
Aerial view looking south over Dinkey Lakes Wilderness showing Black Peak, Dogtooth Peak, and Eagle Peak. | |
| Location | Fresno County, California, United States |
| Nearest city | Fresno, CA |
| Coordinates | 37.1713511427°N 119.036237702°W |
| Area | 30,000 acres (12,141 ha) |
| Established | September 28, 1984 |
| Governing body | U.S. Forest Service |
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