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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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April 12, 2026 Stayed at: 031, Loop: C
This campsite is absolutely gorgeous, especially if you snag campsite 9, you are sitting on the river and snug in the valley of mountains. Its a shame that its 30 minutes away from Kernville and you have to drive up a WINDY road to get in or out of there.
The camp host is very kind and it is a beautiful stay.
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April 16, 2026 Stayed at: 007, Loop: A
Great campsite, very clean. Enjoyed our stay. Don’t forget a pop up because there isn’t much shade.
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April 17, 2026 Stayed at: 054, Loop: B
This was our first time camping. Randy (host) met us upon our arrival and took time to explain to us everything about the campground. The facilities were clean and everyone enjoyed their time at Fairview.
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April 25, 2026 Stayed at: 018, Loop: C
Good Alternative in Sequoia Forest if you cannot make it to Sequoia NP - 100 Giant Tree Trail 40 min drive and the riverside was great for the kids with many safe spots to play
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April 26, 2026 Stayed at: 021, Loop: C
Quiet campers and clean bathrooms, camp host was very nice
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April 27, 2026 Stayed at: 015, Loop: A
Fairview campground was absolutely amazing! We stayed 2 nights at Campground 15 which was right on the river. We fell asleep under the stars each evening. The campsite is about a 45 minute drive to the sequoia groves at 100 Giants Trail. It's also very close to McNally's restaurant/steakhouse which was amazing. The camp's amenities were well kept. Highly recommend this campsite.
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May 6, 2026 Stayed at: 019, Loop: C
The campground was clean. The restrooms were clean and well stocked. We enjoyed our stay there Randy the camp host was very helpful.
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May 11, 2026 Stayed at: 012, Loop: A
There was a rv that ran their generator from 6 AM to 10 PM I understand that’s the window to be able to, but it was very annoying and loud. We go to the Kern River for a peaceful quiet atmosphere.
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May 11, 2026 Stayed at: 023, Loop: C
Camp host Randy was superb. This is a lovely campground with great sites on the Kern River. It was clean, quiet and a good level site.
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May 15, 2026 Stayed at: 010, Loop: A
Beautiful campground on the Kern. Toilets were clean. Campground host was friendly and helpful. Perfect location for fishing. We definitely will be returning. McNally’s restaurant and general store adds convenience you otherwise won’t have.
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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
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Population: 857
Nearby city: Porterville, CA
Approx. 31 mi away (straight-line distance)
Elevation: 2,661 ft
Best Season: Spring, Summer
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