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Lake Isabella Visitor Center
The Lake Isabella this visitor center is now located in the town of Lake Isabella at 4875 Ponderosa Drive and open Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 4:30 pm.
It offers visitor information, interpretive displays, fire permits, Kern river permits, woodcutting permits, Southern Sierra passes, and information about the many recreational opportunities in the Kern River Valley.
For more information, call 760-379-5646.
At a Glance
| Current Conditions: | For Kern River Ranger District recreation information, please call 760-549-9533 |
|---|---|
| Operational Hours: | Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 4:30 pm Closed for the winter. Open from April through October. |
| Reservations: | None |
| Fees: | None |
| Permit Info: | Campfire permits, wilderness permits, woodcutting permits |
| Open Season: | May - October |
| Usage: | Medium-Heavy |
| Best Season: | Year Round |
| Busiest Season: | Summer |
| Closest Towns: | Lake Isabella |
| Water: | Yes |
| Restroom: | Yes |
| Passes: | Southern Sierra Passes, America the Beautiful Interagency Passes |
| Operated By: | Forest Service |
| Information Center: | Lake Isabella Visitor Center |
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