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Recreation Region: Kern River Ranger District

Evans Flat Campground

20 campsites with fenced pastures and corrals for horses. A network of roads and trails covers the area. Access from Rancheria Road in the Greenhorn Mountains. Fenced pasture, 4 equestrian sites, no drinking water, Maximum RV length 20 feet.

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 - November

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

 

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

No fees are required for this site

Free of charge.

6' leash requirement. 

Contact Name: Kern River Ranger Station

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: 35.64274024

Longitude: -118.5889835

Elevation

6,100

Directions

From Bakersfield, go 45 miles northeast on Rancheria Road (County Road 465/ Forest Road 25S15).

Facility and Amenity Information

Restrooms

Vault toilet(s)

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 available at this site.

Horse/Pack Animal Information

Horse/Pack animals are allowed at this site.

Fenced pastures and corrals for horses.

Recreation Opportunities

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Last updated April 3, 2026