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FAIRVIEW CAMPGROUND
FAIRVIEW CAMPGROUND
FAIRVIEW CAMPGROUND
FAIRVIEW CAMPGROUND

Featured amenities

Picnic Table Picnic Table
Restrooms Restrooms
Fire Pit Fire Pit

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.

Available sites

53 total sites

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

Current season
Upcoming seasons
Past seasons
Closed periods
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Currently open - Mar 27 to Nov 21

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Picnic Table Picnic Table
Restrooms Restrooms
Fire Pit Fire Pit
Site Setup and Access

Site Setup and Access

  • ADA Accessible
Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Potable Water
  • Restrooms
Cooking and Fire

Cooking and Fire

  • Picnic Table
  • BBQ
  • Fire Pit
On Site Services

On Site Services

  • Fish Cleaning Station
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Rates, Sites & Availability

Select check-in and check-out dates to see availability.

53 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 002, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 003, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 004, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 005, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
⛺ 006, Loop: A Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 007, Loop: A Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 008, Loop: A Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
🚐 009, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 010, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
⛺ 011, Loop: A Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
🚐 012, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Pull-through
🚐 013, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Pull-through
⛺ 014, Loop: A Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 015, Loop: A Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 016, Loop: A Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
🚐 017, Loop: C RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 018, Loop: C RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Pull-through
🚐 019, Loop: C RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Pull-through
🚐 020, Loop: C RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Pull-through
⛺ 021, Loop: C Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
🚐 022, Loop: C RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Pull-through
🚐 023, Loop: C RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 024, Loop: C RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 025, Loop: C RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 026, Loop: C RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 027, Loop: C RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 028, Loop: C RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 029, Loop: C RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
⛺ 030, Loop: C Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
🚐 031, Loop: C RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 032, Loop: C RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 033, Loop: C RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 034, Loop: C RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
⛺ 035, Loop: C Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
🚐 036, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 037, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
⛺ 038, Loop: B Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
🚐 039, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 040, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 041, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 042, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
⛺ 043, Loop: B Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
🚐 044, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 045, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 046, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Pull-through
🚐 047, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 048, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
⛺ 049, Loop: B Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
🚐 050, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Pull-through
⛺ 051, Loop: B Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
🚐 052, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Pull-through
🚐 053, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Pull-through
🚐 054, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In

Reviews

209 reviews

Summary

AI generated

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

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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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William S

Verified

January 16, 2020 Stayed at: 038, Loop: B

People with generators and bright lights and a lot of people in their camps is really distracting. One family had about 30 people at three campsites — it was just too much, people tromping around and using the facilities. On the other side was a family that had a flood light directed at our campsite at night. We had to leave our campsite to relax — ended up spending too much time at the restaurant nearby to get away. I even turned on the brights on my car and just let it shine on their camp in return so they would know how annoying it was, but it didn't bother them. We loved this campsite, but the people there were the most disrespectful I've encountered at any campground. I think there should be a bit more vigilance from the rangers or a few more rules. We also had a camp on a hill so that could have added to the annoying neighbors. Next time, we will definitely get a more secluded camp or just not go at all.

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Nina G

Verified

January 11, 2020 Stayed at: 041, Loop: B

We Love Kern River we go every year. The people are amazing and friendly. The kids have the best times there. The memories we make are priceless..

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roberto v

Verified

January 11, 2020 Stayed at: 044, Loop: B

Love how clean it is. Easy to check in and out and family loves it here.

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Daniel M

Verified

January 10, 2020 Stayed at: 047, Loop: B

It was our yearly family trip, and the kids first time to the Fairview campgrounds. The spot we had (23) was supreme location, that provided shade and a trail to the river. We took nature walks and got to stick our feet in the water. We will definitely be returning and recommending these campgrounds.

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Dean M

Verified

January 9, 2020 Stayed at: 003, Loop: A

Easy to find, friendly ranger, close to the water. Would stay again

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gene s

Verified

December 19, 2019 Stayed at: 008, Loop: A

Had a reservation and talk to the caretaker if we could switch to another one if possible. She did. Awesome host!! I would recommend this campground on the kern

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Savannah S

Verified

December 19, 2019 Stayed at: 007, Loop: A

It was great! The bathrooms were clean and a lot of nice river spots, the fire ants can just go a bit crazy at site #11 during July but other than that it couldn't have been better and they had free off site parking

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Jasmine G

Verified

December 18, 2019 Stayed at: 014, Loop: A

There’s a great hike at the Trail of 100 Giants as well as a natural water slide hidden down the road from it.

We also went white water rafting in Kernville. That was a lot of fun!

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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 ...

Nearest town

Kernville, CA - 16 mi

About 24 min to downtown

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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