2025-12-26T16:00:00-08:00
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...A portion of central California, including the following areas, Bakersfield, Buena Vista, Buttonwillow - Lost Hills - I5, Caruthers - San Joaquin - Selma, Coalinga - Avenal, Delano-Wasco-Shafter, Frazier Mountain Communities, Fresno-Clovis, Fresno-Tulare Foothills, Fresno-Tulare Lower Sierra, Grant Grove Area, Grapevine, Hanford - Corcoran - Lemoore, Indian Wells Valley, Kaiser to Rodgers Ridge, Kern River Valley, Kings Canyon NP, Los Banos - Dos Palos, Mariposa Madera Foothills, Merced - Madera - Mendota, Mojave Desert, Mojave Desert Slopes, Piute Walker Basin, Planada - Le Grand - Snelling, Sequoia NP, South End San Joaquin Valley, South End Sierra Foothills, South End of the Lower Sierra, South End of the Upper Sierra, Southeast San Joaquin Valley, Tehachapi, Visalia - Porterville - Reedley, West Side Mountains South of 198, West Side Mountains north of 198 and West Side of Fresno and Kings Counties. * WHEN...From Tuesday afternoon through Friday afternoon. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas. Low-water crossings may be flooded. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Summary
Rising to an elevation of 14,026 feet, it is one of the tallest mountains in the region. The mountain's size is impressive, with a prominence of over 1,100 feet and a summit plateau that stretches for about 2 miles. Mount Langley is known for its accessibility, making it a popular destination for mountaineers and hikers.
During the winter season, Mount Langley experiences a significant snowpack. The depth of the snowpack varies each year, but it typically ranges from 6 to 10 feet. This accumulation of snow makes the mountain a great destination for winter sports enthusiasts, including backcountry skiing and snowboarding. The nearby Cottonwood Creek is one of the primary sources of runoff from Mount Langley. This creek runs along the eastern slope of the mountain and eventually joins the Kern River, providing water to surrounding areas.
In terms of its name, Mount Langley was named after Samuel Pierpont Langley, an American astronomer and physicist. The mountain was named in 1871 by the California Geological Survey. As for legends or lore associated with Mount Langley, there are no specific stories that have been widely documented. However, the mountain's beauty and challenging terrain have inspired many adventurers throughout history, creating a sense of awe and wonder for those who explore its slopes.
Upper Rock Creek Lake Camp Area
Lower Rock Creek Camp Area 2. 9,550ft. Bear Box.
Zigzag campsite (1 tent)
Dazzle campsite (5-7 tents)
Trail Camp
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Meysan Lake
High Lake
Mirror Lake
Camp Lake
Cottonwood Lakes