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Picnic Table
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River Access
About Goldledge Campground
Number of accommodations: 36
Nearby Activities & Attractions
Fishing
Hiking
Kayaking
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
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Parking
Picnic Table
Restrooms
River Access
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- Restrooms
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- Picnic Table
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- Parking
Water Access
- River Access
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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
Juan L
VerifiedJune 13, 2022 • Stayed at: 020, Loop: AREA GOLDLEDGE CAMPGROUND
the host was very helpful and nice
Juan L
VerifiedJune 13, 2022 • Stayed at: 020, Loop: AREA GOLDLEDGE CAMPGROUND
the host was very helpful and nice
Amanda R
VerifiedJune 11, 2022 • Stayed at: 019, Loop: AREA GOLDLEDGE CAMPGROUND
5 ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️
Amanda R
VerifiedJune 11, 2022 • Stayed at: 019, Loop: AREA GOLDLEDGE CAMPGROUND
5 ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️
Esteban G
VerifiedJune 6, 2022 • Stayed at: 025, Loop: AREA GOLDLEDGE CAMPGROUND
small camping space, but great, secluded location with great river access
Esteban G
VerifiedJune 6, 2022 • Stayed at: 025, Loop: AREA GOLDLEDGE CAMPGROUND
small camping space, but great, secluded location with great river access
danny i
VerifiedJune 5, 2022 • Stayed at: 031, Loop: AREA GOLDLEDGE CAMPGROUND
Not our first time staying at this campsite, but probably our last. We initially reserved four campsites, but cancelled one of the reservations 2 weeks prior to the date. When we got to the campsite, one of our three campsites was taken by an unknown group. Trying to read the tag markers on the sites (which have the initials and dates of the reserved party) was so confusing as they were incorrect and double marked. We grabbed our 2 remaining campsites and couldn't find the campground host to try and clear things up. When the host finally did show up around 6pm, he was clueless and blamed it on "them". "They" sent him a list - which I clearly saw had my 3 reservations and campsite numbers and pointed it out to him, but he kept going on about how there was a mistake "in the system" by "them". In the end, we had to cram everyone into 2 campsites while our third site was used by a person who slept in his car. I am now trying to get a refund for the one campsite, but trying to deal with reserve.com online is a dead end. According to them, we used all three sites. sigh...
danny i
VerifiedJune 5, 2022 • Stayed at: 031, Loop: AREA GOLDLEDGE CAMPGROUND
Not our first time staying at this campsite, but probably our last. We initially reserved four campsites, but cancelled one of the reservations 2 weeks prior to the date. When we got to the campsite, one of our three campsites was taken by an unknown group. Trying to read the tag markers on the sites (which have the initials and dates of the reserved party) was so confusing as they were incorrect and double marked. We grabbed our 2 remaining campsites and couldn't find the campground host to try and clear things up. When the host finally did show up around 6pm, he was clueless and blamed it on "them". "They" sent him a list - which I clearly saw had my 3 reservations and campsite numbers and pointed it out to him, but he kept going on about how there was a mistake "in the system" by "them". In the end, we had to cram everyone into 2 campsites while our third site was used by a person who slept in his car. I am now trying to get a refund for the one campsite, but trying to deal with reserve.com online is a dead end. According to them, we used all three sites. sigh...
Judith B
VerifiedAugust 22, 2021 • Stayed at: 018, Loop: AREA GOLDLEDGE CAMPGROUND
We have been going to Goldledge campground for over 20 yrs now and my kids would not want to change this site for any other place. We love this place! Our family and friends always look forward to summer because we all know it includes a visit to the Kern. It's a very family friendly place and we hopefully we can continue to enjoy it for years to come.
Judith B
VerifiedAugust 22, 2021 • Stayed at: 018, Loop: AREA GOLDLEDGE CAMPGROUND
We have been going to Goldledge campground for over 20 yrs now and my kids would not want to change this site for any other place. We love this place! Our family and friends always look forward to summer because we all know it includes a visit to the Kern. It's a very family friendly place and we hopefully we can continue to enjoy it for years to come.
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.
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Last updated: June 3, 2026
