Campgrounds Available This Weekend Near Kernville, CA
Nestled along the scenic banks of the Kern River and surrounded by the majestic Sierra Nevada Mountains, Kernville, CA, offers a diverse array of camping options that cater to every outdoor enthusiast. For RV campers, the Kern River Campground provides spacious, well-equipped sites with easy access to hiking trails and the river's thrilling whitewater rapids. Tent campers can explore the picturesque Camp 9 Campground, which boasts shady spots and stunning views, making it a perfect base for fishing and rafting adventures. For those seeking solitude, the dispersed camping areas along the nearby Forest Road 21S50 offer a remote experience amid the tranquility of towering pines and rugged terrain, ideal for stargazing and wildlife watching. Whether you're in the mood for a cozy campsite or an off-the-grid getaway, the diverse landscapes surrounding Kernville promise a memorable outdoor experience. Embrace the natural beauty of this hidden gem in California, where adventure awaits just beyond your tent flap or RV door.
Tule Campground in Tulare County is located just 14 min east of Porterville, CA with an elevation of 671 feet. There are a total of 101 campsites. The campground is open all year. 98 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 30 and 80 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. 24 sites have electric and water hookups. 74 sites have water hookups. Fees range from $20.00 to $30.00. Some amenities include shower, boat ramp, swimming, amphitheater, flush toilets. Activities include biking, boating, fishing, horseback riding, hiking trails, floating sports.
Horse Creek Campground in Tulare County is located 30 min east of Visalia, CA with an elevation of 673 feet. There are a total of 80 campsites including 5 boat sites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 15 and 80 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Fees range from $20.00 to $40.00. Some amenities include shower, dump station, swimming, amphitheater, flush toilets. Activities include biking, boating, fishing, horseback riding, hiking trails, floating sports.
Headquarters Campground is located in the Kern River Ranger District, Sequoia National Forest (1 hr 52 min southeast of Porterville, CA) with an elevation of 2,780 feet. There are a total of 42 campsites including 13 tent-only sites. The campground is open all year. 27 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 30 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Fees range from $32.00 to $100.00. Activities include boating, fishing, floating sports.
Paradise Cove Campground is located in the Kern River Ranger District, Sequoia National Forest (1 hr 30 min northeast of Bakersfield, CA) with an elevation of 2,639 feet. There are a total of 51 campsites. The campground is open all year. 1 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 40 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Prices start at $32.00 per night. Some amenities include dump station, flush toilets. Activities include boating, fishing, floating sports.
Sandy Flat Campground is located in the Kern River Ranger District, Sequoia National Forest (1 hr 28 min northeast of Bakersfield, CA) with an elevation of 2,383 feet. There are a total of 27 campsites including 3 tent-only sites. The campground is open all year. 24 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 20 and 50 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Fees range from $32.00 to $120.00. Activities include fishing.
Potwisha Campground is part of Sequoia National Park in California (56 min east of Visalia, CA) with an elevation of 2,117 feet. There are a total of 35 campsites including 2 tent-only sites. The campground is open all year. 33 sites can accommodate RVs between 13 and 49 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Prices start at $28.00 per night. Some amenities include amphitheater, flush toilets. Activities include fishing, hiking trails.
Halfway Group Campground is located in the Kern River Ranger District, Sequoia National Forest (1 hr 53 min southeast of Porterville, CA) with an elevation of 2,816 feet. There are a total of 5 campsites. The campground is open all year. Max equipment length is 20 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring. Fees range from $48.00 to $200.00.
French Gulch Campground is located in the Kern River Ranger District, Sequoia National Forest (1 hr 30 min northeast of Bakersfield, CA) with an elevation of 2,678 feet. The site is normally open from the end of March to the end of October. Prices start at $405.00 per night.
John Whitehead Campground is part of Colonel Allensworth State Historic Park in California (just 17 min northwest of Delano, CA) with an elevation of 198 feet. There are a total of 15 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 40 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Prices start at $20.00 per night. Some amenities include shower, accessible, restroom, flush toilets.
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