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[pct-l] Section G Water Sources



Emma,

Here's the water info for the referenced section:

?         Water reportedly back on at Walker Pass Campground.  

?         Water is flowing clear and plentiful at Joshua Tree Spring (Map G1) (thanks to Back Country Horsemen volunteers replumbing).  No sign of "bad" bear reported in previous years.

?         Water flow is respectable at Spanish Needle Creek.  Wild onions are thriving.

?         Water in the two upper forks of Spanish Needle (approx 1 mine north of first crossing) is flowing good with a nice rock basin catching the water at the first fork.

?         Stream running well and clear at Chimney Creek Campground; campground water is turned off.  Signs posted warn of poor water quality.  The water quality is equal or better than Joshua Tree Spring.  The friendly Camp Host cannot recommend that you drink the water untreated -- but he does.  Camping is free and the lower sites have water faucets right in camp.

?         Fox Mill Spring (Map G4) is a slow trickle and provides adequate water to keep the tank reasonably clear.  Heavy mineral taste as well.  The tub was full but looked polluted 5/11/03.  Go through the willows to a clear running stream.

?         Water at creek crossing of Rockhouse Basin, particularly good upstream from actual PCT crossing.  After this creek it was DRY as of 5/12/03 to the Kern River (about 4.5 miles).  Seasonal creeks referenced in the guide from Fox Mill to Kern River are not flowing due to lack of tree cover from a recent fire.  This is a hot, dry section.  Carry extra water.             

 

Kennedy Meadows Store open M-F 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Sat-Sun 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m..  Starting June 1 the store hours change to 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. daily.  There is a pay phone, showers ($2.00), laundry ($2.00), and shuttle to nearby restaurant ($2.00) all available.   Also, packages can be mailed from Kennedy Meadows store (postage due) for $2.00.

-=Donna Saufley=-
   Agua Dulce, CA