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Driving Directions: From Clovis (near Fresno), take Hwy. 168 42 miles northeast to the town of Shaver Lake. Turn right (generally east) onto Dinkey Creek Road and follow it 26 miles to the Wishon/Courtright Reservoir junction. The road to Courtright Reservoir takes the left fork, turning uphill toward the north. Follow this road another 7.5 miles to arrive at the south end of the dam. Continue to the right and cross the dam at the spillway. In another 0.6 mile, the road ends at a paved parking lot signed MAXSON TRAILHEAD.

7 Post Corral Meadows

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Trip Data: 11S 331535 4110014; 15 miles; 2/0 days

Topos: Courtright Reservoir, Ward Mountain

Highlights: This trip is an excellent choice for a weekend excursion. The route winds past the granite domes surrounding Courtright Reservoir, traverses sunny subalpine meadows, and climbs through open forests of pine. With moderate elevation gain, easy terrain, and an abundance of campsites, this is a fine selection for beginners.

DAY 1 (Maxson Trailhead to Post Corral Meadows, 7.5 miles): Leaving the trailhead from the west side, head north along the marked trail for 300 yards until it joins the Dusy Jeep Trail. This wide, dusty road descends briefly and then levels out over dirt and open granite slabs. After about 1 mile, an obvious log signed NO MOTOR VEHICLES bars such vehicles. The jeep trail heads left, while your route crosses the log and turns right (northeast).