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Recreation Region: Kern River Ranger District

Pacific Crest Trail from Kennedy Meadows Trailhead

Traveling to Clover Meadow, follow the PCT up the South Fork of the Kern River from Kennedy Meadow Campground for about 2 miles. Cross the river on a footbridge and head northwest up the trail three more miles to Clover Meadow. This is an easy all-day hike for the entire family. Rattlesnakes are prevalent on this trail.

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

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. 

Overnight Use:
Single Site: $12 per night
Dump Station: $12 per use
Day Use: $12 per vehicle per day

6' leash requirements. 

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: 35.65189576

Longitude: -118.4574847

Facility and Amenity Information

Restrooms

Restrooms are available at this site.

Water

Potable water is not available at this site.

 Be prepared to bring your own drinking water or have a water filter.  Lake, stream or spring water may be contaminated.

Recreation Groups

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The Pacific Crest Trail, or the PCT, is arguably the most famous of the nation's designated National Scenic Trails.  Winding its way through spectacular vistas fr

Last updated July 16th, 2025