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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.

 

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 559-745-4209.

Open all year around. 

10pm - 6am (Quiet hours)

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.

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

  • Halfway Group #1 (12 person max):  $60/night
  • Halfway Group #2 (24 person max):  $118/night
  • Halfway Group #3 (24 person max):  $118/night
  • Halfway Group #4 (50 person max):  $240/night
  • Halfway Group #5 (50 person max):  $240/night

6' leash requirements 

Contact Name: Kern River Ranger District

Contact Phone: 559-745-4209

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

Facility and Amenity Information

Restrooms

Seasonal portable toilets. 

Water

Potable water is not available at this site.

Picnic Tables

Picnic tables are available at this site.

Recreation Opportunities

Fishing - River/StreamFishing - River/Stream

Last updated March 9, 2026