Laszlo M
VerifiedAugust 27, 2023 Stayed at: 035, Loop: C
Dirty restroom, bad smell in the neighbour campsites.
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209 reviews
Fairview Campground offers a beautiful setting next to the Kern River, with clean facilities and friendly camp hosts. Many campers enjoyed the spacious sites and proximity to fishing and swimming, as well as the convenience of nearby amenities like McNally's restaurant. While some noted issues with noise and wasps, overall experiences were positive, with many guests planning to return.
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August 27, 2023 Stayed at: 035, Loop: C
Dirty restroom, bad smell in the neighbour campsites.
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August 27, 2023 Stayed at: 049, Loop: B
The bad first: Neighbor playing loud music - didn't play it past 10:00 (good).although it made the evening unpleasant. We rented three tent spots. One of the spots must've been in the midst of repair as the picnic bench was unusable - we got by with just two benches so it was OK.
The good: The restrooms were clean. Large-ish community area in the center of the loop with courteous folks playing games.
The campground is a ways up the road from Kernville but there is general store, burger place, and restaurant nearby. I recommend the campground.
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August 14, 2023 Stayed at: 027, Loop: C
It wasn’t what I was expected
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July 17, 2023 Stayed at: 026, Loop: C
It was not what I expected
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July 11, 2023 Stayed at: 043, Loop: B
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July 7, 2023 Stayed at: 020, Loop: C
For 25 years I been coming to Fairview Camp Ground for the pass several years I have complained about the potholes on the drive entrance and in the campsites. this year probably had the worst potholes ever and could damage my vehicle. The rest rooms were clean but 1 weekend there was NO paper in the men’s restroom for 2 days.
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July 7, 2023 Stayed at: 021, Loop: C
Watch out for the potholes when turning into Fairview Campground and while in there. Worst potholes ever this year.
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July 7, 2023 Stayed at: 007, Loop: A
Beautiful campsite! We stayed close to the river which had SO much water rushing by right now. It was beautiful and just a little scary. There’s not a ton of shade so bring a canopy or something of the like if you can!
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June 26, 2023 Stayed at: 030, Loop: C
We love the place but not enough shade or trees.
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June 26, 2023 Stayed at: 012, Loop: A
Beautiful clean campground where you can easily walk to the general store for more supplies. Site 11 was great for tent camping! Very large. Site 12 for an RV was not optimal. I would not book site 12 again.
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Po Box 1640, Kernville, CA 93238 United States
Elevation: 1,086 ft
Off of 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. From Kernville go north on Sierra Way/Mountain 99 for
16 mi to ...
Off of 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. From Kernville go north on Sierra Way/Mountain 99 for
16 mi to the campground.
Fairview Campground is accessible via Highway 99 and Highway 178. From Highway 99 in Bakersfield, travel east on Highway 178 to reach Lake Isabella, then take Highway 155 around the lake to Kernville.
The closest entrance is: Ash Mountain Entrance Station
Approximate drive: 52.5 mi · over 1 hr (90 min)
Last updated: November 3, 2026