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Brush Creek Dispersed Camping
Brush Creek is a dispersed camping or day use site open year round. There are vault toilets available and seasonal trash bins. This is where the Brush Creek meets the Upper Kern River and is a good spot for fishing.
Campfire permits are required for campfires, barbeques, and camp stoves. During fire restrictions campfires and barbaques my be prohibited. Permits are available at your local Ranger Station or online for FREE at preventwildfireca.org
At a Glance
| Current Conditions: | For Kern River Ranger District recreation information, please call 760-549-9533 |
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| Reservations: | No reservations required |
| Fees: | Free of charge |
| Permit Info: | Campfire Permits required for campfires, barbeques, and camp stoves. Campfires and barbaques may be prohibited during fire restrictions, camp stoves allowed with current California Campfrire Permit. Get your FREE Campfire Permit here! |
| Usage: | Light |
| Best Season: | Summer |
| Busiest Season: | Summer |
| Restrictions: | Camping is permitted 25 feet away from waters edge. Glass containers prohibited. When trash recepticals are not available please pack out what ever trash you have packed in. Dispersed camping rules, regulations, and tips. |
| Closest Towns: | Kernville |
| Water: | None |
| Restroom: | Yes |
| Passes: | No Pass required |
| Operated By: | Forest Service |
| Information Center: | Kernville Ranger Station |
General Information
Directions:Head north from Kernville approximately 15 miles and Brush Creek will be on the west side of the road.
Parking:
Parking at Brush Creek Dispersed Area.
Activities
Dispersed Camping
This area where Brush Creek meets the Kern River is popular for camping, day use, white water activities, and fishing.
Offers a variety of recreational opportunities.
Dispersed Camping Rules, Regulations, and Tips
| Open Season: | January-December |
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| Fees: | Free of charge |
| Reservation info: | No reservations required |
| Permit: | Campfire permits required for campfires, barbeques, and camp stoves. |
| Usage: | Open year round for camping, day use, and fishing. |
| Best Season: | Summer |
River and Stream Fishing
Location
