Junction View

Facility · California ·

Managed by the USDA Forest Service

Kings River Special Management Area (Special Management Area) · Restricted Access

4,268 ft
Elevation

Junction View is the most popular turnout along Hwy 180. A breathtaking view of the Western Sierra, a bird-eyes view at the Junction of two forks of the Kings River and a view deep into Kings Canyon. The turnout is on the westbound lane (leaving the canyon).

Getting there

36.83103, -118.88811 · 36°49'51.7"N 118°53'17.2"W

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Typical weather

Typically 79°F in Jul, down to 46°F in Dec.

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
High °F464648526071797973635346
Low °F262527303846535247393225
Precip in8.07.37.83.61.40.50.30.20.32.43.36.6

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 7.6 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

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Common questions about Junction View

Can you reserve a site at Junction View?
No. Junction View is not reservable through Recreation.gov, so sites are first-come, first-served or booked elsewhere.

Camping near Junction View

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Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.

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