Badger pairs sky-wide views and quiet backroads with quick access to world-class wilderness. Set in the Sierra foothills of Tulare County, the community sits along Highway 245, a scenic connector between valley towns and high country. Residents enjoy the solitude of rural living while staying within an hour of larger amenities in Visalia and Fresno.
Weekends here often mean trail time among giants at Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks, managed by the National Park Service, or off-grid camping and OHV routes in Sequoia National Forest, overseen by the U.S. Forest Service. Warm days invite paddling and fishing at Lake Kaweah, where the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers maintains boat launches and shoreline day-use areas. Families can add wildlife learning to the mix with a visit to Project Survival’s Cat Haven, while wellness seekers gather for immersive programs close to home at Seven Circles Retreat Center. Stargazing is phenomenal thanks to low light pollution, and winding drives deliver blooming spring wildflowers and golden autumn hillsides.
Public school options commonly run through the Woodlake Unified School District and the Cutler-Orosi Joint Unified School District, with specialized programs available countywide via the county government and local charters. Everyday essentials, dining, and community events are close by in Woodlake and Three Rivers. Whether you’re upsizing to acreage or seeking a quiet cabin, connect with Agent Pronto to be matched with a top local agent for buying or selling.