Ponderosa Boat-in Campground

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Jack Kerouac—ever heard of him?

Well congratulations, now you can be him... for the day at least. If you camp at Ponderosa Boat-In site on Ross Lake, hit the trail to climb Desolation Peak, made famous by the writer himself. But head out early and bring plenty of snacks and water. You don’t want to miss any of the Tumblr-worthy panoramic views as you stare longingly at your BFF’s Nalgene.
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