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About Camp Three Campground
Number of accommodations: 52
Activities & Attractions
Nearby
Hiking
Year-round
Hiking
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
Most popular amenities
Parking
Pet friendly
Picnic Table
Restrooms
River Access
Fire Pit
Water and Hygiene
- Potable Water
- Restrooms
Cooking and Fire
- Picnic Table
- BBQ
- Fire Pit
Parking and Transport
- Parking
On Site Services
- Fish Cleaning Station
Water Access
- River Access
- Boat Ramp / Launch
Pets and Policies
- Pet friendly
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Reviews (155)
What Guests Are Saying
Camp Three Campground offers a beautiful location along the river with clean facilities and friendly, attentive camp hosts who maintain the area well. The spacious campsites provide ample room for tents, though many lack shade, making hot weather challenging. Overall, visitors appreciate the cleanliness, helpfulness of the host, and the enjoyable atmosphere, with many expressing a desire to return despite some minor drawbacks like limited river access from certain sites.
What Guests Are Saying
Camp Three Campground offers a beautiful location along the river with clean facilities and friendly, attentive camp hosts who maintain the area well. The spacious campsites provide ample room for tents, though many lack shade, making hot weather challenging. Overall, visitors appreciate the cleanliness, helpfulness of the host, and the enjoyable atmosphere, with many expressing a desire to return despite some minor drawbacks like limited river access from certain sites.
Review Summary
Aylin V
VerifiedJuly 28, 2024 • Stayed at: 011, Loop: AREA CAMP THREE CAMPGROUND
Clean campgrounds and quiet. Camp hosts were amazing.
Suresh M
VerifiedAugust 4, 2024 • Stayed at: 045, Loop: AREA CAMP THREE CAMPGROUND
One of the best sites at Camp 3 Campground. Very close to the water. Great for young children when the water level is low. No rapids and water moves slow through this part of the river. Great for tubing.
juan pedro r
VerifiedAugust 8, 2024 • Stayed at: 012, Loop: AREA CAMP THREE CAMPGROUND
We enjoyed very much our time at the camping. We stayed at space 12 and 43. The last one was the best because it has direct access to the river. The bathrooms were very clean, and there was toilet paper. The hosts were very friendly also. Finally, the spaces were very clean and well-equipped; there was a secure box for the food to avoid having issues with bears and plenty of access to drinking water. The two main issues were that there was not too much shadow, so it may be too hot in summer. Also, some visitors were very noisy the first night (on a Saturday) they had loud music and started driving around to celebrate something. The other nights, there were no problems.
Elizabeth P
VerifiedSeptember 3, 2024 • Stayed at: 016, Loop: AREA CAMP THREE CAMPGROUND
Great camping location! It’s safe, and quiet. The restrooms are clean and there are plenty of water facets throughout the campground. The hosts are super nice and friendly. The only downside is that there lacks good access to the river. Would definitely recommend to others.
Elizabeth P
VerifiedSeptember 3, 2024 • Stayed at: 016, Loop: AREA CAMP THREE CAMPGROUND
Great camping location! It’s safe, and quiet. The restrooms are clean and there are plenty of water facets throughout the campground. The hosts are super nice and friendly. The only downside is that there lacks good access to the river. Would definitely recommend to others.
Richard C
VerifiedSeptember 8, 2024 • Stayed at: 005, Loop: AREA CAMP THREE CAMPGROUND
Excellent experience and host
Glen G
VerifiedSeptember 10, 2024 • Stayed at: 023, Loop: AREA CAMP THREE CAMPGROUND
The campground hosts were wonderful. The spot is beautiful and we had a great time there.
Harut M
VerifiedSeptember 11, 2024 • Stayed at: 039, Loop: AREA CAMP THREE CAMPGROUND
We had a great time with family! Hosts were really nice and friendly.Campground was clean ,there were many water outlets and the toilets were clean.We will come back next year!
Zofia R
VerifiedMay 19, 2025 • Stayed at: 030, Loop: AREA CAMP THREE CAMPGROUND
The hosts were incredibly welcoming and friendly. We rolled in around 6 PM after making a detour to hike the Trail of 100 Giants, and they made sure we were all set for the night. They sold us firewood and let us know there was a small general store just three minutes down the road—perfect for grabbing anything we’d forgotten (yes, marshmallows included).
The campsites are well spaced, and even with a full site next to us—including kids—we still felt like we had plenty of privacy. Falling asleep to the sound of the river was a peaceful dream. Overall, I’d definitely recommend this spot for a quiet and beautiful stay.
One note to be aware of: The listing mentions bathrooms, but just to clarify—they're more like glorified outhouses. Think porta-potty style with no sinks, though there is a water spigot outside. It’s manageable, but I wish the site had been clearer, as I was expecting standard restroom facilities.
Aside from that, the views are stunning, and it’s a truly magical place to unwind. Would absolutely return.
Harut M
VerifiedMay 22, 2025 • Stayed at: 047, Loop: AREA CAMP THREE CAMPGROUND
Good clean campground.Site 47 is great
Location Camp Three Campground
Address:
Po Box 1640
Kernville, CA, 93238
United States
From Highway 99 in Bakersfield, California, take Highway 178 east to Lake Isabella.
From Lake Isabella take Highway 155 around the west side of the lake to
the town of Kernville. Turn north on Sierra Way/Mountain 99 and continue 5 miles to the campground.
Camp Three Campground is accessible via Highway 99 and Highway 178. From Highway 99 in Bakersfield, take Highway 178 east to reach the campground.
Elevation: 868 feet
4.9 mi drive to downtown Kernville (about 9 min)
Policies & Rules
General
- There are no electric hookups
- Swimming in the river is dangerous due to strong currents and other hazards.
- Click here for more info about the Sequoia National Forest
- Fire restrictions may be imposed at any time due to hot, dry weather conditions, at which time campfires and charcoal fires may not be allowed. For current fire conditions or weather closures contact the Kern River Ranger District (760) 376-3781.
- Don't Move Firewood: Protect California's forests from tree-killing pests by buying your firewood locally and burning it on-site. For more information visit firewood.ca.gov.
- Glass containers are prohibited in Kern Canyon and Isabella Lake Glass Container Prohibition Area
- There is an extra vehicle fee of $8.00/night on the 2nd vehicle in each single campsite and on the 3rd & 4th vehicle in any double campsite, provided these vehicles are not joined to the 1st vehicle by a hitch and towed onto the site. In the case of motorcycles, the 1st and 2nd are considered to be one vehicle and the 3rd and 4th are also considered to be one vehicle. So the fee would be a single $8.00/night of stay for the 3rd/4th motorcycle.
- Dogs must be kept on a leash at all times. Owners must keep their dogs under control at all times or they may be asked to vacate the premise.
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Last updated: September 4, 2026
