Historic
Kern County, CA
Approximate location — plotted from published sources, not a site visit, and not a guarantee of access.
National Historic Landmark and California Historical Landmark on SR-178 at the southern Sierra Crest (5,250 ft). Joseph R. Walker charted the pass in 1834; later used by Fremont's 1845 survey and as a mining freight route into Owens Valley. BLM manages the pass and nearby Walker Pass Campground on the Pacific Crest Trail.
| Region | Kern County, CA |
|---|---|
| Coordinates (approx.) | 35.6631, -118.0269 |
| Designation | NHL / CHL No. 99 |
| Elevation | 5,250 ft |
| Discovered | 1834 (Joseph R. Walker) |
| Access | Paved SR-178 |
Public recreation data — BLM & Recreation.gov (RIDB). Verify current access, fees, and seasonal closures before traveling.
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