Castaic, California · Los Angeles County · Facility
The 2,200-acre Frenchman’s Flat standard amenity recreation fee area is a popular riparian area most well-known for the Wild and Scenic River designation, and its native trout fishery. Recreation activities include wildlife viewing, swimming, hiking, and picnicking. Day use hours are 6 am to 10 pm.
The 2,200-acre Frenchman’s Flat standard amenity recreation fee area is a popular riparian area most well-known for the Wild and Scenic River designation, and its native trout fishery. Recreation activities include wildlife viewing, swimming, hiking, and picnicking. Day use hours are 6 am to 10 pm.
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