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James M
VerifiedJuly 6, 2025 Stayed at: 035, Loop: C
It was pretty hot, not much privacy at the camp sites, and the creek bed was really rocky
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About Fairview Campground
Fairview Campground sits in an area dotted with oak and gray pine along the Upper Kern River, a designated Wild and Scenic River, at an elevation of 3.5 ft.
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Currently open - Mar 27 to Nov 21
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
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- Fish Cleaning Station
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002, Loop: A
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017, Loop: C
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018, Loop: C
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019, Loop: C
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021, Loop: C
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022, Loop: C
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030, Loop: C
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031, Loop: C
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032, Loop: C
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034, Loop: C
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035, Loop: C
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036, Loop: B
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038, Loop: B
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039, Loop: B
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040, Loop: B
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042, Loop: B
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043, Loop: B
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044, Loop: B
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045, Loop: B
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048, Loop: B
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049, Loop: B
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017, Loop: C
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018, Loop: C
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022, Loop: C
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023, Loop: C
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024, Loop: C
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025, Loop: C
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026, Loop: C
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028, Loop: C
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036, Loop: B
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046, Loop: B
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047, Loop: B
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048, Loop: B
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049, Loop: B
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052, Loop: B
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053, Loop: B
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054, Loop: B
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Reviews
209 reviews
Summary
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.
Based on guest feedback
4.2
Overall rating
Based on 209 reviews
5 stars
51.2% (107)
4 stars
32.1% (67)
3 stars
6.7% (14)
2 stars
5.3% (11)
1 star
4.8% (10)
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Todd Y
VerifiedJuly 13, 2025 Stayed at: 012, Loop: A
This campground is our favorite! You can’t beat camping next to the river.
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William B
VerifiedJuly 13, 2025 Stayed at: 052, Loop: B
Nice and quiet. Relaxing. Looking forward to coming back!
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Valerie D
VerifiedJuly 14, 2025 Stayed at: 016, Loop: A
Fairview is my favorite campground when I visit the Kern River. The campsites are large, offering plenty of room to spread out and relax without being right next to your neighbor, and the camp host was friendly and did a great job keeping the area clean and welcoming.
One thing to note—there are a few large potholes in the asphalt on the campground road. It didn’t affect my stay, but it might be something to keep an eye on, especially for larger RVs. Fairview continues to be a peaceful and beautiful place to camp and I’m already looking forward to my trip next year!
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Linus S
VerifiedJuly 21, 2025 Stayed at: 008, Loop: A
I really enjoyed this campsite. It was close to the trails and was well maintained.
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Tristan V
VerifiedJuly 26, 2025 Stayed at: 034, Loop: C
We stayed here for a week. Great location, but loud music at night. Quiet hours not enforced by camp host.
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Brian S
VerifiedAugust 6, 2025 Stayed at: 005, Loop: A
As far as the campground is concerned; the bathrooms are outhouses. There are no showers. You are not spoiled here. If you’re okay with that, then as far as this camping spot goes, there is a Yellow Jacket nest near by that invades your breakfast, lunch, and dinner. You’re basically trapped in your tent. This spot had no shade, so in August, my kiddos were half dead. The river isn’t easy to get to, despite being really close. We had to leave early. No fun.
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Ashley F
VerifiedAugust 10, 2025 Stayed at: 028, Loop: C
We come back every year! We love it and the c loop camp host is the best!
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Arminda D
VerifiedAugust 10, 2025 Stayed at: 007, Loop: A
WASPS WASPS AND MORE WASPS!!!! They were relentless. Any sight/smell of any kind of food, they were there, day and night. NO PEACE!!! We couldn’t eat in our tent it was too hot. We had to eat in our car. We got stung so many times. Also NO CAMPFIRES! Don’t bother bringing firewood. We had our stove and were able to cook in the stove, with the wasps, I guess extra source of protein :( it was nice being close to the river. The camp host is nice. Little shade. Enjoy the wasps!
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Marco M
VerifiedAugust 17, 2025 Stayed at: 014, Loop: A
Fun and lovely river to enjoy with the inner tube and only 30 mins away from the Sequoia National forest. Great camping experience 👌🏻
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Location & Directions for Fairview Campground
Po Box 1640, Kernville, CA 93238 United States
Elevation: 1,086 ft
Getting There
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.
Highway access
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.
Near Sequoia National Park
The closest entrance is: Ash Mountain Entrance Station
Approximate drive: 52.5 mi · over 1 hr (90 min)
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Last updated: November 3, 2026
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