Chumash Wilderness, Protected wilderness in Kern County, United States.
The Chumash Wilderness spans 38,150 acres within Los Padres National Forest, featuring Mount Pinos at 8,831 feet and dense conifer forests at higher elevations.
The United States Congress established the Chumash Wilderness in 1992 through the Los Padres Condor Range and River Protection Act to preserve natural landscapes.
The California Chumash Native American tribe maintains strong historical connections to this land, considering the mountain peaks and surrounding areas sacred territory.
Visitors need permits for overnight stays, and the Mount Pinos trailhead provides primary access with parking facilities located two miles from the main entrance point.
The wilderness contains specific habitats supporting California condors, with knife-edge ridges and steep-walled canyons forming distinct geological features across the landscape.
Location: Kern County
Operator: United States Forest Service
GPS coordinates: 34.80174,-119.20760
Latest update: March 10, 2025 04:54
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