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About Camp Three Campground
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Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
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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 (160)
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
Robert S
VerifiedAugust 11, 2021 • Stayed at: 035, Loop: AREA CAMP THREE CAMPGROUND
Great campground right in Kern River. We come every year and love it. Camp host this year was way better than last year. Facilities were clean, and it was a great time.
Christine N
VerifiedAugust 10, 2021 • Stayed at: 038, Loop: AREA CAMP THREE CAMPGROUND
Great location for camping and rafting. Only downside was bathrooms were not as well maintained as in prior years.
Karina P
VerifiedJuly 26, 2021 • Stayed at: 014, Loop: AREA CAMP THREE CAMPGROUND
El río esta bien lo malo es que casi no hay sombra y los baños es lo peor huelen horrible de los 3 días que estuvimos ahí fue fatal faltaba papel y además estuvieron sucios todo el tiempo para ir a tirar la basura esta lejos los 2 contenedores los espacios para el carro si es grande como una van o una camioneta solo cabe 1 y no 2 como lo dice en línea....no creo volver aquí
Joe N
VerifiedJuly 21, 2021 • Stayed at: 010, Loop: AREA CAMP THREE CAMPGROUND
1st time at camp 3, And we stayed at site #10. limited shade, Def need a canopy or 2. No need for an alarm clock as u will be awakened by the traffic from hwy 99. No joke, from the edge of the tent to the edge of the highway was about 20 ft !! And no thats no typo, It was ridiculously close. BUT, at nite it was nice and quiet. I mean it was to quiet. we expected some partying but it was nice, Could hear the river in the distance. Campsite it self was OK. alot of fire ants... u will get bit. Not recommended for senior citizens as it has a lot of boulders that I almost broke my neck on! They (rocks) are all around the picnic table to, so be careful. As far as proximity to tha fab Kern river, this place is dope. Several lil trails to tha river and also there is more spots to enjoy the river nearby to fish, raft or just chill in. Restrooms were ok, they had tp and were in generally good condition. bty... it is /*-9+``~ HOT!! bring H2O and plenty beer.. =)
Nancy U
VerifiedJuly 19, 2021 • Stayed at: 035, Loop: AREA CAMP THREE CAMPGROUND
Great spot
mauricio l
VerifiedJuly 6, 2021 • Stayed at: 051, Loop: AREA CAMP THREE CAMPGROUND
We are a group of 3 families who reserved the camp 51 and 52, we are not happy, the site is full of big rocks, on a hill, of course no shade, and the little access to the river it’s full of trash, overall camp Three campground is clean, the bathroom with not running water needs more ventilation and twice a day cleaning crew would be convenient especially on the weekends and holidays.
Vincent S
VerifiedJune 29, 2021 • Stayed at: 032, Loop: AREA CAMP THREE CAMPGROUND
My second year at the site.
I love this area but some of the camp spots are cramped for the size of the rig that they say will fit.
The place is great for family and friends… I will be there next year for sure!
Alfred R
VerifiedJune 21, 2021 • Stayed at: 010, Loop: AREA CAMP THREE CAMPGROUND
The campground doesn’t have showers but no boo hoo. The restrooms don’t smell, I can say the only thing are the fire ants they are almost everywhere.
Tiana B
VerifiedJune 8, 2021 • Stayed at: 040, Loop: AREA CAMP THREE CAMPGROUND
Close to town and great spots on the river! Can get very hot at campsites. Watch out for the large boulders in the "driveways" . Camp host was helpful.
Brittany P
VerifiedJune 7, 2021 • Stayed at: 005, Loop: AREA CAMP THREE CAMPGROUND
Nice spot - watch out for skunks! One walked through our campsite during dinner:)
Location & Directions for Camp Three Campground
Po Box 1640, Kernville, CA 93238 United States
Elevation: 868 ft
Getting There
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 mi to the campgr...
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 mi to the campground.
Highway access
Camp Three Campground is accessible via Highway 99 and Highway 178. From Highway 99 in Bakersfield, take Highway 178 east to reach the campground.
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: October 18, 2026
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