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Recreation Region: Kern River Ranger District

Halfway Group Campground

This group campground is just north of Headquarters Campground on the Upper Kern River and offers 5 family size group sites available by reservation.

 

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

General Information

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.

Open all year around. 

10pm - 6am (Quiet hours)

No camping or campfires outside designated campsites. Campfire permits are required for campfires, barbeques, and camp stoves. Permits are available at your local Ranger Station or online at preventwildfireca.org

Camping and campfires within 25 feet of the river's edge is prohibited due to its Wild and Scenic designation.

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

  • Halfway Group #1 (12 person max):  $57/night
  • Halfway Group #2 (24 person max):  $112/night
  • Halfway Group #3 (24 person max):  $112/night
  • Halfway Group #4 (50 person max):  $232/night
  • Halfway Group #5 (50 person max):  $232/night

6' leash requirements 

Contact Name: Kern River Ranger District

Contact Phone: 760-376-3781

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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

Facility and Amenity Information

Accessibility

Restrooms

Restrooms are not available at this site.

Seasonal portable toilets. 

Water

Potable water is not available at this site.

Picnic Tables

Picnic tables are available at this site.

Recreation Opportunities

Last updated April 1st, 2025