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About Fairview Campground
Number of accommodations: 53
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
Most popular amenities
Picnic Table
Restrooms
Fire Pit
Site Setup and Access
- ADA Accessible
Water and Hygiene
- Potable Water
- Restrooms
Cooking and Fire
- Picnic Table
- BBQ
- Fire Pit
On Site Services
- Fish Cleaning Station
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Reviews (201)
What Guests Are Saying
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.
What Guests Are Saying
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.
Review Summary
Dale R
VerifiedOctober 26, 2023 • Stayed at: 020, Loop: C
Lovely area. Good fishing.
Elgie L
VerifiedNovember 3, 2023 • Stayed at: 016, Loop: A
It was a very pleasant experience. We went during mid week in October and the place was almost empty.…just the way we like it. We’ll be back!!
Troy C
VerifiedNovember 9, 2023 • Stayed at: 019, Loop: C
Had a great time camping 🏕️ out weather was great ! Just wish there was more trout in the river this time of year !!!
Mark P
VerifiedDecember 2, 2023 • Stayed at: 012, Loop: A
Always a great campground. Clean vault toilets
John H
VerifiedApril 11, 2024 • Stayed at: 019, Loop: C
This a fantastic campground. Maury, the camp host, was friendly, helpful and always cruising the campground.. Got a bit of snow but we were toasty warm inside the teardrop. Had the campground to ourselves probably due to the snow. The asphalt at some of the sites is getting pretty torn up and could use a refresh.
Bonnie D
VerifiedMay 6, 2024 • Stayed at: 009, Loop: A
Quiet, great views and host is awesome
Christopher P
VerifiedMay 9, 2024 • Stayed at: 019, Loop: C
Really a great campground on the banks of the roaring Kern River. One caveat: Jets from Edward’s Air Force Base scream overhead on weekdays, up the canyon, shattering the peace and quiet. They flew over 4-16 times/day while we were there and one NEVER gets used to it…just ask the locals. Seems like the military could find a less-populated canyon to practice their little war games. It’s really loud when the fly over.
Jason W
VerifiedMay 26, 2024 • Stayed at: 013, Loop: A
Fantastic spot right near Rushing river (May ‘24) can’t wait to go back again.
Brienne L
VerifiedMay 26, 2024 • Stayed at: 051, Loop: B
We stayed at site 15 and loved it! There’s a little beach where we hung out and fished. Something of note: there’s was no shade! Some folks showed up next to us and ended up moving due to the lack of shade. So bring a pop up or you’ll fry.
Jeremiah G
VerifiedJune 26, 2024 • Stayed at: 019, Loop: C
Great location on the Kern River and right next to Johnny McNally's Lodge with great steaks a little hotel and general store. Bring some portable shade as most sites have very little, But hands down this is my favorite place along the Kern.
Location Fairview Campground
Address:
Po Box 1640
Kernville, CA, 93238
United States
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 miles 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.
Elevation: 1086 feet
16 mi drive to downtown Kernville (about 24 min)
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Last updated: September 9, 2026
