Chico Flat Dispersed Camping
Dispersed Camping on Upper Kern River approximately 4 to 5 miles north from Kernville. There is no water available at this location. Portable toilets and trash receptacles are available during summer months.
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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.
Open all year around.
Campfire Permits required for campfires, barbeques, and camp stoves. Campfires and barbeques may be prohibited during fire restrictions, camp stoves allowed with current California Campfire Permit. Get your FREE Campfire Permit here!
Camping and campfires within 350 feet of the water's edge is prohibited due to the Wild and Scenic Designation. Glass containers prohibited
Depending on fire restrictions and fire danger, campfires may be prohibited for dispersed camping
No Fees are required for this site.
Free of charge.
6' leash requirements.
Contact Name: Kern River Ranger District
Contact Phone: 760-376-3781
Address: 11380 Kernville Road Kernville, CA 93238
Phone: 760-376-3781
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm (Closed on federal holidays)
Office Email: SM.FS.SequoiaNF@usda.gov
Getting There
Latitude / Longitude
Latitude: 35.823536
Longitude: -118.46223
Facility and Amenity Information
Accessibility
Restrooms
Restrooms are not available at this site.
Human Waste: Proper disposal of human waste is crucial. Human waste can spread disease, lead to contaminated water supplies, contaminate soils, attract wildlife, and spoil a dispersed camping area for future users. Portable eco-friendly human waste disposal systems which allow you to safely "Pack It Out" are commercially available and recommended. As a last resort, choose a spot at least 200 feet away from water sources and dispersed campsites, dig a small hole at least six inches deep, and cover it when you are through. Seal your toilet paper in a bag, pack it out, and dispose of it properly.
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.
Picnic Tables
Picnic tables are not available at this site.
