John L. Whitehead Jr.
Colonel Allensworth State Historic Park
Summary
John L. Whitehead Jr. Campground
Overview
This campground is a part of Colonel Allensworth State Historic Park. Colonel Allensworth State Historic Park is the only California town to be founded, financed and governed by African Americans. The small farming community was founded in 1908 by Colonel Allen Allensworth and a group dedicated to improving the economic and social status of African Americans. Uncontrollable circumstances, including a drop in the area's water table, resulted in the town's demise. With continuing restoration and special even the town is coming back to
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Campground Matrix
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| Nearby Campgrounds | Distance | Notification Rate |
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Tule
Success Lake
|
31.2mi | — |
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Poso Guard Station Cabin
Sequoia National Forest
|
42.1mi | 91% |
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White River
Sequoia National Forest
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42.4mi | 90% |
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Horse Creek
Kaweah Lake
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43.7mi | 47% |
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Holey Meadow
Sequoia National Forest
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43.7mi | 89% |
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Grouse Valley Cabins
Sequoia National Forest
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44.3mi | 92% |