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Recreation Region: Kern River Ranger District

Fish Creek Campground

54 miles northeast of Kernville via Mtn. 99 and Sherman Pass Rd. (22S05), or 32 miles west of Hwy. 395 via Nine Mile Canyon Rd. (J41). Paved roads; 40 units including 12 suitable for RV's up to 24'; restrooms; piped well water. There is no trash collection. Open Jun. to Nov. Fee -$17 per night.

Current Conditions
For Kern River Ranger District recreation information, please call (760) 376-3781

Reservations

General Information

  • No trash service - Pack It In, Pack It Out
  • Know Before You Go! It is your responsibility to plan accordingly and know the closures and restrictions for the area you plan to visit. 

May - October

10pm - 6am (Quiet hours)

Campfire permits are required for campfires, barbeques, and camp stoves. Permits are available at your local Ranger Station or online at readyforwildfire.org

Depending on fire restrictions and fire danger, campfires may be prohibited for camping.

Overnight Use:
Single Site: $17 per night
Additional Vehicle Fee: $5 per vehicle per night

First come first serve. $17 a night.

6' leash requirement.

Contact Name: Kern River Ranger District

Contact Phone: 760-376-3781

Photo of the Kern River Ranger District Office

Address: 11380 Kernville Road Kernville, CA 93238
Phone: 760-376-3781
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm Memorial - Labor Day weekend 7 days a week. (Closed on federal holidays)
Office Email: SM.FS.SequoiaNF@usda.gov

Getting There

Latitude / Longitude

Latitude: 36.0668134

Longitude: -118.2174432

Elevation

7,400

Directions

From Kernville, go 54 miles northeast on Mountain Road 99 and east on Sherman Pass Road ( Forest Road 22S05).

Facility and Amenity Information

Restrooms

Restrooms are available at this site.

Water

Potable water is not available at this site.

Fish Creek has water but not potable. 

Picnic Tables

Picnic tables are available at this site.

Recreation Opportunities

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Last updated August 18th, 2025