Featured amenities
Parking
Picnic Table
Restrooms
River Access
About Goldledge Campground
Number of accommodations: 36
Nearby Activities & Attractions
Fishing
Hiking
Kayaking
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
Most popular amenities
Parking
Picnic Table
Restrooms
River Access
Water and Hygiene
- Restrooms
Cooking and Fire
- Picnic Table
Parking and Transport
- Parking
Water Access
- River Access
Report Incorrect Information
Help us improve by reporting any incorrect amenity information for Goldledge Campground.
Rates, Sites & Availability
36 Sites Available
No sites found matching your criteria.
No available sites
All sites are booked for your selected dates. Try showing all sites to see booked options, create an alert to be notified when something opens up, or adjust your dates.
Site Details
Select a site to view details
36 Sites Available
No available sites
All sites are booked for your selected dates. Try showing all sites to see booked options, create an alert to be notified when something opens up, or adjust your dates.
Reviews (108)
What Guests Are Saying
Goldledge Campground offers a beautiful setting with great river access, stunning views, and a relaxing atmosphere, making it a favorite for many campers. Sites like 16 and 29 provide spacious, secluded spots ideal for families. However, there are concerns regarding restroom maintenance and limited shade in some areas, which could be improved for a better experience.
What Guests Are Saying
Goldledge Campground offers a beautiful setting with great river access, stunning views, and a relaxing atmosphere, making it a favorite for many campers. Sites like 16 and 29 provide spacious, secluded spots ideal for families. However, there are concerns regarding restroom maintenance and limited shade in some areas, which could be improved for a better experience.
Review Summary
Cheryll B
VerifiedJune 6, 2021 β’ Stayed at: 018, Loop: AREA GOLDLEDGE CAMPGROUND
We enjoyed the location of the campground but people didnβt take great care of the place. Our bench was beat up and cracked. There was trash at our campsite (beer can, cigarette butts and some random plastic cutlery). There was dog poop on the walkway by the bathrooms and the walkway by our site. Great location, but too many people who donβt clean up after themselves.
Cheryll B
VerifiedJune 6, 2021 β’ Stayed at: 018, Loop: AREA GOLDLEDGE CAMPGROUND
We enjoyed the location of the campground but people didnβt take great care of the place. Our bench was beat up and cracked. There was trash at our campsite (beer can, cigarette butts and some random plastic cutlery). There was dog poop on the walkway by the bathrooms and the walkway by our site. Great location, but too many people who donβt clean up after themselves.
Ariana W
VerifiedOctober 16, 2020 β’ Stayed at: 013, Loop: AREA GOLDLEDGE CAMPGROUND
lovely area, a bit too hot in July when we went...definitely prepare with diy shade. Unfortunately I picked up a lot of trash around the site and river that wasn't ours. I felt like it was unfortunate that there seemed to be so many careless campers flooding through. Why wouldn't people just have the common sense and respect to keep nature clean?
Ariana W
VerifiedOctober 16, 2020 β’ Stayed at: 013, Loop: AREA GOLDLEDGE CAMPGROUND
lovely area, a bit too hot in July when we went...definitely prepare with diy shade. Unfortunately I picked up a lot of trash around the site and river that wasn't ours. I felt like it was unfortunate that there seemed to be so many careless campers flooding through. Why wouldn't people just have the common sense and respect to keep nature clean?
Derek M
VerifiedSeptember 14, 2020 β’ Stayed at: 033, Loop: AREA GOLDLEDGE CAMPGROUND
Way too crowded, and there is zero enforcement on group size and location. At least 4 groups decided to put up a tent where they could fit and just camped with no reservation. Day campers had occupied my campsite when I showed up to start my trip. Parking is insane too, people seemed to lie about how many vehicles they had, to avoid paying the extra vehicle cost, and then took up spots that didnβt belong to them
Derek M
VerifiedSeptember 14, 2020 β’ Stayed at: 033, Loop: AREA GOLDLEDGE CAMPGROUND
Way too crowded, and there is zero enforcement on group size and location. At least 4 groups decided to put up a tent where they could fit and just camped with no reservation. Day campers had occupied my campsite when I showed up to start my trip. Parking is insane too, people seemed to lie about how many vehicles they had, to avoid paying the extra vehicle cost, and then took up spots that didnβt belong to them
Jessica D
VerifiedSeptember 6, 2020 β’ Stayed at: 016, Loop: AREA GOLDLEDGE CAMPGROUND
Road and campground were closed. Despite having made reservations no notice was sent by recreation.gov - make sure you check every updated Cal-Fire road and other closures before driving to anywhere in California....
Jessica D
VerifiedSeptember 6, 2020 β’ Stayed at: 016, Loop: AREA GOLDLEDGE CAMPGROUND
Road and campground were closed. Despite having made reservations no notice was sent by recreation.gov - make sure you check every updated Cal-Fire road and other closures before driving to anywhere in California....
Monica C
VerifiedAugust 2, 2020 β’ Stayed at: 012, Loop: AREA GOLDLEDGE CAMPGROUND
Itβs a family oriented campground, the river area is close by with a beach area for little ones. We have been staying her for years and truly enjoy it.
Monica C
VerifiedAugust 2, 2020 β’ Stayed at: 012, Loop: AREA GOLDLEDGE CAMPGROUND
Itβs a family oriented campground, the river area is close by with a beach area for little ones. We have been staying her for years and truly enjoy it.
Location Goldledge Campground
Address:
Po Box 1640
Kernville, CA, 93238
United States
From Bakersfield, 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 10 miles north on Sierra Way (Mountain 99) to the campground.
Goldledge Campground is accessible via Highway 178 and Highway 155. From Bakersfield, take Highway 178 east, which connects to Highway 155 leading to Kernville.
Latitude & Longitude: 35.8739 / -118.456
Elevation: 977 feet
Policies & Rules
Cancellation policy
- Reservation fees are non-refundable. For campsites, cabins, lookouts, yurts, group sites, and similar stays, we charge a reservation service fee of $8.
- Standard cancellations usually have a $10 cancellation fee. Customers can generally cancel before the check-in date online.
- Late cancellation rules differ by stay type.
- Individual campsites: cancelling after 12:00am local time the day before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
- Cabins, lookouts, and yurts: cancelling less than 14 days before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
- One-night reservations: a late cancellation usually forfeits the full amount paid, up to the total original reservation cost.
- Modifications are allowed before the cut-off window, but fees depend on the change. Changing to dates completely outside the original reservation dates may trigger a $10 change fee. Extending or shortening a stay that still includes original dates usually has no change fee, though refunds may depend on timing and facility rules. Switching to the same type of campsite for the same dates usually has no change fee, but price differences are charged or refunded.
- Early departures may or may not be refunded. At certain facilities, partial refunds may be possible if staff can mark the site available for other visitors. No refund is given for a night if the early departure is requested after that day's check-out time.
- Security deposits are separate. Security deposits may be refunded to the original payment method if the facility is left in acceptable condition, as determined by the property.
Local regulations
- No glass containers allowed in specific areas.
Fees & deposits
- An additional vehicle fee of $8.00 per night applies to extra vehicles in campsites.
Safety & rules
- Swimming in the river is discouraged because of strong currents.
Amenities
- There are no hookups or showers at this campground.
Vehicles & parking
- Off-road vehicles are not permitted in the campground.
- The campground has limited space for turning around vehicles.
Fires & fuel
- Campfires and charcoal fires may be restricted due to weather conditions; contact the ranger district for updates.
- Purchase firewood locally and burn it on-site to prevent pest spread.
Site capacity
- The site length measurement includes your tow vehicle.
Nearby Campgrounds
Nearby destinations
Last updated: June 3, 2026
