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Headquarters Campground
Headquarters Campground is 4 miles north from Kernville via Mountain Hwy 99 along the North Fork of the Kern River. Paved access roads. 44 individual family units including 1 accessible family unit. Trailers up to 27 feet; toilets, and water available.
ExplorUS
All developed campground areas on the Forest operate under a concessionaire permit with ExplorUS. For additional information, please visit ExplorUS - Hospitality Management (goexplorus.com) or call their home office at (559) 335-5385.
At a Glance
| Current Conditions: | For Kern River Ranger District recreation information, please call (760) 376-3781 |
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| Operational Hours: | Year Round |
| Reservations: | This site can be reserved by calling Toll Free 1-877-444-6777 (International 518-885-3639 or TDD 877-833-6777) or on-line at Headquarters, Sequoia National Forest - Recreation.gov. |
| Fees: | Campsite fees range from $34/night for single unit, $8/night for extra vehicle. Yurts - $106.00 |
| Open Season: | Open Year Round |
| Usage: | Medium-Heavy |
| Best Season: | Summer |
| Busiest Season: | Summer |
| Restrictions: | No camping or campfires outside designated campsites. |
| Closest Towns: | Kernville, Riverkern |
| Water: | Yes |
| Restroom: | Yes |
| Operated By: | Concessionaire |
| Information Center: | Kernville Ranger Station |
General Information
Directions: Off of Highway 99 in Bakersfield, take Highway 178 East, to Lake Isabella From Lake Isabella take Highway 155 around the west side of the lake to the town of Kernville. From Kernville go north on Sierra Way (Mountain 99) 4 miles to the campground.Activities
Campground Camping
| No. of Sites | 43 single site(s) |
| Reservation Info | This site can be reserved by calling Toll Free 1-877-444-6777 (International 518-885-3639 or TDD 877-833-6777) or on-line at http://www.recreation.gov/campgroundDetails.do?contractCode=NRSO&parkId=71599&topTabIndex=CampingSpot |
| No. of Accessible sites | 1 of 43 |
River and Stream Fishing
Fishing open year round on the the north fork of the Kern River up to the Johnsondale Bridge.
California Fishing licenses are required for all persons above the age of 16 years.
| Status: | Open |
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| Fees: | Fishing License Required |