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South Fork Rec Campground
Located off Highway 178 on the southern side of Lake Isabella, this facility offers flush toilets, trash service, drinking water, a visitor information station, and campsites with stoves and picnic tables above the high-water mark.
Below the high-water mark, visitors can drive their vehicles to the shoreline and camp at the water’s edge. Below the high-water mark portable toilets and trash receptacles are provided for visitor convenience during the summer. The site also offers a public boat launch and courtesy dock.
ExplorUS
All developed campground areas on the Forest operate under a concessionaire permit with ExplorUs. For additional information, please visit About Explorus - Hospitality Management (goexplorus.com) or call their home office at (661) 702-1420, or their Lake Isabella office at 760-376-1269.
The interagency America the Beauitful pass Annual, Senior, Access, Volunteer, and Military is accepted.
Campfire permits are required for campfires, barbeques, and camp stoves. Permits are available at your local Ranger Station or online at Campfire Permit - Ready for Wildfire,
For Kern River Ranger District recreation information, please call 760-376-3781.
At a Glance
| Current Conditions: | For Kern River Ranger District recreation information, please call 760-376-3781. |
|---|---|
| Operational Hours: | 10 am to 6 pm daily |
| Reservations: | First come, first served. For additional information, please visit About Explorus - Hospitality Management (goexplorus.com) or call their home office at (661) 702-1420, or their Lake Isabella office at 760-376-1269. |
| Fees: | $12 fee per vehicle per day or annual pass for $60 through concessionaire ExplorUS. For additional information, please visit About Explorus - Hospitality Management (goexplorus.com) or call their home office at (661) 702-1420, or their Lake Isabella office at 760-376-1269. |
| Permit Info: | Campfire permits required for campfires, barbeques, and camp stoves. |
| Open Season: | Year Round |
| Usage: | Medium-Heavy |
| Best Season: | Year Round |
| Busiest Season: | Summer |
| Restrictions: | Camping is permitted for 14 days within any 30 day period. |
| Closest Towns: | Lake Isabella |
| Water: | Yes |
| Restroom: | Yes |
| Passes: | The interagency America the Beautiful Pass is accepted. |
| Operated By: | Forest Service |
| Information Center: | Lake Isabella |
Activities
Campground Camping
| Reservation Info | Not reservable |
| No. of Accessible sites | None |
Lake and Pond Fishing
Picnicking
Group Picnicking
$12 Day use fee associated with this area. Picnic tables are in close enough proximity to accommodate a larger group. Restrooms nearby.
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