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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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Denise G

Verified

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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Lisa D

Verified

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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Kathy W

Verified

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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Noemie E

Verified

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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Michelle B

Verified

April 26, 2026 Stayed at: 021, Loop: C

Quiet campers and clean bathrooms, camp host was very nice

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Harald K

Verified

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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Rebecca L

Verified

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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Stephen C

Verified

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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Brittney C

Verified

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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John S

Verified

April 10, 2026 Stayed at: 011, Loop: A

Campground is very nice, the tent sites have lots of room and separation from each other, but there is not much shade. Vault toilets are clean, water spigots are all around. The river is spectacular. Only negatives are the wind ( we were there mid April, tents need extra guy ropes) and the training fighter jets that fly at low altitude over the campground from 9am to 5pm weekdays, unbelievably loud! We got used to it but it freaked out the dog.

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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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