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Kennedy Meadows Resort Pack Station in Tuolumne County Wilderness Stanislaus Vacation Travel

#KennedyMeadows #EmigrantWilderness has been a gathering place for people of varied recreational interests for more than a century. The combination of the #campgrounds, the resort, and the pack station - all three spread along the bank of the #Stanislaus River - creates a special ambiance hard to find anywhere else in the Sierra. Kennedy Meadows is a crossroad for horseback riders and fly fishermen, backpackers and hunters, photographers and campers - all mixing together in a friendly exchange, everyone enjoying the tranquility of the mountains. 00:00 Flying the drone over Kennedy Meadows pack station 01:18 Look at the horses!! 01:54 A view into the meadows 02:45 Flying back Kennedy Meadows Resort has been a popular destination for mountain visitors for 90 years. Located 57 miles east of Sonora on Highway 108, Kennedy Meadows Resort is open from the third Friday in April (just in time for fishing season) through the Columbus Day holiday. At an elevation of 6,000' it offers a pleasant mountain climate in the summer. The resort is spread along the banks of the Middle Fork of the Stanislaus River. Kennedy Meadows Resort The Kennedy Meadows Resort store sells basic groceries, camping supplies, and fishing supplies. The Kennedy Meadows Restaurant offers charming caf+ style dining. Portions are large and prices are reasonable. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are offered 7 days a week from Mothers Day weekend until Columbus Day Weekend in October. Reservations for dinner are recommended on weekends. The Saloon at Kennedy Meadows sells beer, wine and liquor. They have a jukebox loaded with old country music, and the dancing floor makes for a good time. The Saloon is open 7 days a week from 11:00AM until closing time. The Kennedy Meadows has an eclectic collection of cabins ranging from simple sleeper cabins to two-story structures that can sleep up to 11 people. Sleeper Cabins Small cabins with bathrooms and most with kitchenettes (a small refrigerator and microwave), linens supplied. Sleep 3-4 people. No dishes or utensils. Prices range from $95 to $110 per night. Resort Map Furnished Cabins The furnished cabins at Kennedy Meadows have bedrooms, bath with shower, and kitchens (stove, refrigerator basic dishes and cooking utensils). All linens and towels are supplied and replaced weekly. There is also a fire ring outside for evening campfire enjoyment. The cabins sleep from 4 to 11 people. Some are two-story, some are close to the river, most come with wood stoves. There is a 5 night minimum stay for most furnished cabins. A cozy 4-person cabin rents for $115 per night, while the rest range from $175 to $215. Discounts are given for longer stays. Kennedy Meadows Pack Station Kennedy Meadows Resort Kennedy Meadows Pack Stations offers day rides and extended pack trips into the Emigrant Wilderness. Kennedy Meadows Activities Hiking trails lead directly from the resort into the Emigrant Wilderness. The trail leads up the river canyon along a crude road that was used to haul equipment up to build Relief Dam in the early 1900s. Within a day's walk are destinations such as Relief Reservoir and Kennedy Lake. Kennedy Meadows Trailhead Day Hikes and Backpacking Trips Kennedy Meadows to Emigrant Lake, 14 miles Kennedy Meadows to Kennedy Lake, 7 miles Kennedy Meadows to Lower Relief Valley, 7 miles Kennedy Meadows to Relief Reservoir, 4 miles Fishing Map Kennedy Meadows is located in the heart of great fishing country with the Middle Fork of the Stanislaus River at the doorstep and the Emigrant Wilderness next door. The river is regularly stocked with rainbow trout. Kennedy Lake Trailhead: Kennedy Meadows Kennedy Meadows is 50 miles east of Sonora on Highway 108. The trailhead area includes Kennedy Meadows Resort and Pack Station as well as two nearby National Forest campgrounds. Kennedy Meadows is a popular destination for vacationers, anglers, hunters, horsemen, and hikers heading into the Emigrant Wilderness. Parking A trailhead parking lot is located about a quarter mile before you arrive at the resort. There are restrooms and water as well as facilities to aid with horses. One-night camping is allowed at the parking area. Some hikers drive up to the resort and drop their packs and most of their party close to the actual beginning of the trail before returning to park their car. Nearby Camping and Lodging Two National Forest campgrounds are situated close to Kennedy Meadows - Deadman Campground and Baker Campground. Neither takes reservations. Other campgrounds are found back around Dardanelle. For complete coverage of all the best campgrounds in the area, see California's Best Camping - Sonora Pass. Lodging is available at Kennedy Meadows Resort. They have cabins for rent. The resort includes a store and a cafe. More lodging can be found back down the road at Pinecrest Lake Resort For complete information about camping and recreation in the Sonora Pass area, see Sonora Pass Vacations.