You’ve heard of southern California, you’ve heard of the bay area, now introducing, TULARE COUNTY, the other California.
	Tulare County is located in the heart of California in the San Joaquin Valley. Within 200 miles of Los Angeles and San Francisco, Tulare County offers a welcome change of pace. From small, rural communities to the up and coming urban County seat, Tulare County has plenty to see and do.
	Countryside towns offer unique shopping and dining experiences, seasonal fairs, and festivals, antiques, museums, boutiques, murals, historical districts, and art galleries.
	Tulare County is agriculturally rich with dairies, cotton, cattle, citrus, olives, grapes, walnuts, and many other fruits, vegetables, and grains. Ag tourism is a great way to experience the plentiful bounty produced in Tulare County.
	Vast agricultural valley areas contrast against snowcapped Sierra Nevada mountains creating exceptional landscape views. In early spring, the countryside is alive with blossoming fruit trees, wildflowers, and sweet scents. Fall brings the warm colors of pumpkin patches and cornfields. The crisp cool, winter climate helps to produce the sweetest oranges on earth.
	Recreational activities range from leisurely boating on scenic, wide-open lakes including Lake Kaweah along Highway 198 to thrill-aminute white-water rafting on lively, rushing rivers like Kaweah River. For white-water rafting information go to KaweahRiver.org You can also take a day trip to the beautiful mountain areas where you can go for a hike and explore the beauty of nature or bring the camping gear and stay overnight. With six wilderness areas, over 50 campgrounds and 800 miles of marked trails, there is something for every level of outdoor person.
	Tulare County is proud to be known as the Gateway to the Sequoias with Kings Canyon National Park, Sequoia National Forest and Sequoia National Park on the east side of the county. The General Sherman Tree is located in Sequoia National Park's Giant forest and is the world's largest tree. The Giant Sequoia National Monument, dedicated by President Bill Clinton in 2000, is located within the Sequoia National Forest.
	For Additional Information, Please Contact: Loretta Feldstein (559) 733-6291 Ext.: 4308 Lfeldste@co.tulare.ca.us