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About Walker Pass Campground

Walker Pass Campround is located just off of California State Highway 178 and at the junction of the Owens Peak and Cache Peak segments of the Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail. Located at 5 ft, there are pinyon pines and a few Joshua trees in this semi-arid setting and outstanding views of the dry, rugged foothills of the Southern Sierras. The campround includes eleven walk in sites for Pacific Crest Trail hikers and tent campers. The camprgound also has two sites for car camping. All sites have a picnic table and fire ring. Hitching racks and corrals are available for horses. No potable water is available at this site.

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Horseback Riding

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What Guests Are Saying

Walker Pass Campground has received positive feedback for its scenic beauty and well-maintained facilities. Reviewers appreciate the peaceful atmosphere and accessibility to outdoor activities. Some minor concerns include limited amenities, but overall, it is seen as a great spot for camping.

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Arden Shibley

Arden Shibley

September 19, 2025

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Sold out of America the Beautiful passes as of 2025/09/19

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Location & Directions for Walker Pass Campground

Bureau Of Land Management, Bakersfield Field Office, 3801 Pegasus Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93308 United States

Elevation: 1,537 ft

Nearest town

Bakersfield, CA - 76 mi

About over 1 hr (90 min) to downtown

Highway access

Walker Pass Campground is accessible via California State Route 178, which is approximately 20 miles to the south. The nearest major city is Bakersfield, which provides access to Interstate 5.

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Last updated: October 7, 2026

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