Fairview Campground

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FAIRVIEW CAMPGROUND
FAIRVIEW CAMPGROUND
FAIRVIEW CAMPGROUND
FAIRVIEW CAMPGROUND

Featured amenities

Picnic Table Picnic Table
Restrooms Restrooms
Fire Pit Fire Pit

Sites & Rates

Average nightly rates

53 total sites

RV Sites

39 sites

Tent Sites

14 sites

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 3,500 feet.

Number of accommodations: 53

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 real-time availability for each site.

53 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 002, Loop: A RV
No Hookups
🚐 003, Loop: A RV
No Hookups
🚐 004, Loop: A RV
No Hookups
🚐 005, Loop: A RV
No Hookups
006, Loop: A Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
007, Loop: A Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
008, Loop: A Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
🚐 009, Loop: A RV
No Hookups
🚐 010, Loop: A RV
No Hookups
011, Loop: A Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
🚐 012, Loop: A RV
No Hookups
🚐 013, Loop: A RV
No Hookups
014, Loop: A Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
015, Loop: A Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
016, Loop: A Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
🚐 017, Loop: C RV
No Hookups
🚐 018, Loop: C RV
No Hookups
🚐 019, Loop: C RV
No Hookups
🚐 020, Loop: C RV
No Hookups
021, Loop: C Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
🚐 022, Loop: C RV
No Hookups
🚐 023, Loop: C RV
No Hookups
🚐 024, Loop: C RV
No Hookups
🚐 025, Loop: C RV
No Hookups
🚐 026, Loop: C RV
No Hookups
🚐 027, Loop: C RV
No Hookups
🚐 028, Loop: C RV
No Hookups
🚐 029, Loop: C RV
No Hookups
030, Loop: C Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
🚐 031, Loop: C RV
No Hookups
🚐 032, Loop: C RV
No Hookups
🚐 033, Loop: C RV
No Hookups
🚐 034, Loop: C RV
No Hookups
035, Loop: C Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
🚐 036, Loop: B RV
No Hookups
🚐 037, Loop: B RV
No Hookups
038, Loop: B Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
🚐 039, Loop: B RV
No Hookups
🚐 040, Loop: B RV
No Hookups
🚐 041, Loop: B RV
No Hookups
🚐 042, Loop: B RV
No Hookups
043, Loop: B Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
🚐 044, Loop: B RV
No Hookups
🚐 045, Loop: B RV
No Hookups
🚐 046, Loop: B RV
No Hookups
🚐 047, Loop: B RV
No Hookups
🚐 048, Loop: B RV
No Hookups
049, Loop: B Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
🚐 050, Loop: B RV
No Hookups
051, Loop: B Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
🚐 052, Loop: B RV
No Hookups
🚐 053, Loop: B RV
No Hookups
🚐 054, Loop: B RV
No Hookups

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.

Review Summary

4.2
201 reviews
5
51.7%
104
4
31.8%
64
3
6.0%
12
2
5.5%
11
1
5.0%
10

Sebastian P

Verified

October 19, 2024 Stayed at: 022, Loop: C

4

Great campground location.

Evelyn M

Verified

October 14, 2024 Stayed at: 017, Loop: C

5

Excelente

Nick G

Verified

October 9, 2024 Stayed at: 040, Loop: B

5

I have been camping at the Fairview Campground since the late '60s. Spend time there almost every year — 50+ years. The roads and pads at the campsite are in terrible shape — doesn't affect the camping experience — other than decades of the lack of maintenance will become very expensive to bring the campground into a proper condition; but this isn't why I am leaving a review . . .

The "quality" of the campground hosts varies from year to year. The campground host, Maury or Morrie (not sure of the spelling) is the absolute best host we have ever encountered at this campsite or the other campsites in the area. Hard working, pleasant guy!! I hope you give him this feedback.

Kevin O

Verified

September 30, 2024 Stayed at: 016, Loop: A

5

Excellent spot super close to river bank. Ground is mostly flat, some large boulders in site. We fit three tents easily, fire pit was great to have. Would recommend this spot

Gabriele C

Verified

September 19, 2024 Stayed at: 018, Loop: C

5

Excellent and quiet place very clean and magical location

Christina C

Verified

September 4, 2024 Stayed at: 022, Loop: C

1

Site was trashed, small and neighbors were bumping loud annoying music, not to mention had glass bottles all over. So this campground is a free for all, rules don't apply. I wont be back. Never seen the camp host.

Benny S

Verified

September 2, 2024 Stayed at: 007, Loop: A

4

We camped (with tents) in spots 6 & 7. Spot 7 is closer to the river but 6 is not far away. The campgrounds are spacious, with bathrooms and fresh water within walking distance. We were close to good fishing spots and great swimming spots too. The burger stand and general store came in handy on a few occasions. We camped during the week, Tuesday thru Thursday and it was quiet and not over-crowded. Go there on the weekend or a holiday and it's packed with people and noisy. Just thought I'd add that in case you're looking for a quiet get away or not.....It was hot, to be expected, and we couldn't make a sandwich without the bees swarming us - it was really bad. But, that's camping for you, it aint' gonna be perfect in every way. Otherwise, we had a great time. We love Kern River and we can't wait to return.

Jose A

Verified

August 25, 2024 Stayed at: 019, Loop: C

5

We have visited this location on several occasions and have consistently enjoyed our experiences. All necessary amenities are conveniently situated within walking distance, including an exceptional burger establishment, a well-stocked store, and a restaurant featuring a bar and live musical performances.

Maria M

Verified

August 12, 2024 Stayed at: 013, Loop: A

5

Clean and safe!! The keeper Mauricio is amazingly kind and friendly!

Chad S

Verified

August 12, 2024 Stayed at: 008, Loop: A

5

8/2 - 8/4 2024. Campground 8. Spacious for 3 tents. Bushes separate site from neighbors. Not a lot of shade, but looked like more shade compared to sites closer to the river. Campground 4 was behind us and looked like it had way more shade but closer to the road. The river level was knee to waist high but the current was strong so we stayed by the banks. We saw other people tubing. We drove to Riverside Park to go tubing. Would definitely come again if I can get a spot.

Location Fairview Campground

Address:
Po Box 1640
Kernville, CA, 93238
United States

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.

Elevation: 1086 feet

Distance to downtown

16 mi drive to downtown Kernville (about 24 min)

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Last updated: September 9, 2026

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