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Reviews (125)
What Guests Are Saying
Goldledge Campground is a cherished destination for families, offering a beautiful and peaceful environment alongside the Kern River, perfect for bonding and outdoor activities. Many visitors appreciate the clean facilities, good host, and the ample space for camping, with shaded areas and scenic views. However, some concerns were raised about the restroom conditions and odors, as well as the need for better access for larger vehicles. Overall, it remains a popular choice for campers seeking a serene experience.
What Guests Are Saying
Goldledge Campground is a cherished destination for families, offering a beautiful and peaceful environment alongside the Kern River, perfect for bonding and outdoor activities. Many visitors appreciate the clean facilities, good host, and the ample space for camping, with shaded areas and scenic views. However, some concerns were raised about the restroom conditions and odors, as well as the need for better access for larger vehicles. Overall, it remains a popular choice for campers seeking a serene experience.
Review Summary
James P
VerifiedJune 18, 2026 • Stayed at: 014, Loop: AREA GOLDLEDGE CAMPGROUND
Great site! Take the campfire test online before you arrive. I arrived a bit before designated check in time and it didn’t seem to be a problem ( weekday visit). I’d stay again
Maria O
VerifiedJune 28, 2026 • Stayed at: 033, Loop: AREA GOLDLEDGE CAMPGROUND
Loved the experience here
Easy to reserve
Easy to find
Restrooms close to camping and very clean.
Recommended carry your Water.
Everything as the description offering.
Charles R
VerifiedJuly 2, 2026 • Stayed at: 021, Loop: AREA GOLDLEDGE CAMPGROUND
As someone from Ohio, I found the Isabella Lake area to be a well-kept secret. It's a beautiful, scenic area, with lots of outdoor activities and campgrounds. It's semi-remote so not over developed and is away from the summer crowds. The Goldledge campground is located along the Kern River. The sites have a scenic view of the river and the sound of the flowing water over the rocks. The sites are laid out among the large rocks and boulders, but there are flat spots for tents. There are numerous water taps. I highly recommend if you enjoy tent camping in semi-remote areas.
Julio D
VerifiedJuly 15, 2026 • Stayed at: 011, Loop: AREA GOLDLEDGE CAMPGROUND
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
We had a great stay at Goldledge Campground. The campground was clean, quiet, and the river is just a short walk from the campsites, which made it a beautiful and relaxing place to spend the weekend. It was especially nice to cool off by the river since it was very hot during our visit.
The restrooms were clean and well maintained, and the campground was peaceful overall. The only thing I’d recommend is bringing one or two canopies if you’re visiting in the summer, as some campsites don’t have much natural shade.
Overall, we had an excellent experience and would definitely come back.
Javier H
VerifiedJuly 22, 2026 • Stayed at: 012, Loop: AREA GOLDLEDGE CAMPGROUND
There is a strong, unpleasant odor coming from the restrooms; the smell makes it impossible to relax or even eat at the campsite. Site 12 is way too close to the restroom, and the odor is very strong.
Diana G
VerifiedJuly 24, 2026 • Stayed at: 024, Loop: AREA GOLDLEDGE CAMPGROUND
The accessibility to deep water was amazing! So many good opportunities for private shaded areas along the riverbank down the hill side to our spot, loved it! (#24) I tied off a tree and enjoyed the rapids on a river tube. It was the best! Definitely coming back!
The toilet stank was real but the restrooms are clean otherwise.
Pete R
VerifiedJuly 26, 2026 • Stayed at: 015, Loop: AREA GOLDLEDGE CAMPGROUND
Great location. Well maintained and Cliff the camp host was a star.
Ryan S
VerifiedJuly 31, 2026 • Stayed at: 019, Loop: AREA GOLDLEDGE CAMPGROUND
So fun
arnoldo q
VerifiedAugust 2, 2026 • Stayed at: 011, Loop: AREA GOLDLEDGE CAMPGROUND
Excellent
michael l
VerifiedAugust 3, 2026 • Stayed at: 029, Loop: AREA GOLDLEDGE CAMPGROUND
Great spot with so much room. very private with good amount of shade. Be aware of the poison oak near the site, but honestly it shouldn't bother you too much. upper-mid kern can get pretty hectic with the current so be aware of that aswell. Near campsite 28 there's a great swimming hole. My only gripe is that there was a good amount of broken glass around our site, before anything do a good look for big pieces. This might become our new go to spot, it was great!!!
Location & Directions for Goldledge Campground
Po Box 1640, Kernville, CA 93238 United States
Elevation: 977 ft
Getting There
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 mi north on Sierra Way (Mountain 99) to the campground.
Highway access
Goldledge Campground is accessible via Highway 178 and Highway 155. From Bakersfield, take Highway 178 east, which connects to Highway 155 leading to Kernville.
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.
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Last updated: October 20, 2026
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