Headquarters

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HEADQUARTERS
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HEADQUARTERS
HEADQUARTERS

Featured amenities

Picnic Table Picnic Table
Restrooms Restrooms
Fire Pit Fire Pit

Sites & Rates

Average nightly rates

40 total sites

RV Sites

26 sites

Tent Sites

12 sites

Yurts

2 sites

About Headquarters

Headquarters Campground is situated along the Kern River, 6 miles north of the town of Kernville. Hiking, fishing, kayaking and rafting are popular activities.

Number of accommodations: 40

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Open year round

This campground is open year round, providing flexibility for your stay.

365 Days

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
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Rates, Sites & Availability

Select check-in and check-out dates to see real-time availability for each site.

40 Sites Available

Site
Price
002, Loop: Yurt Yurt
6 guests · Campfire
🚐 003, Loop: A RV
No Hookups
004, Loop: A Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
🚐 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: C RV
No Hookups
010, Loop: C Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
011, Loop: C Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
🚐 012, Loop: C RV
No Hookups
🚐 013, Loop: C RV
No Hookups
014, Loop: C Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
🚐 015, Loop: C RV
No Hookups
🚐 016, Loop: C RV
No Hookups
🚐 017, Loop: C RV
No Hookups
🚐 018, Loop: C RV
No Hookups
019, Loop: A Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
🚐 020, Loop: A RV
No Hookups
🚐 021, Loop: A RV
No Hookups
🚐 022, Loop: A RV
No Hookups
🚐 023, Loop: A RV
No Hookups
024, Loop: A Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
🚐 025, Loop: A RV
No Hookups
🚐 026, Loop: A RV
No Hookups
🚐 027, Loop: A RV
No Hookups
🚐 028, Loop: A RV
No Hookups
🚐 029, Loop: A RV
No Hookups
🚐 030, Loop: A RV
No Hookups
031, Loop: Yurt Yurt
6 guests · Campfire
🚐 032, Loop: A RV
No Hookups
🚐 033, Loop: A RV
No Hookups
035, Loop: B Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
🚐 036, Loop: B RV
No Hookups
🚐 037, Loop: B RV
No Hookups
🚐 038, Loop: B RV
No Hookups
039, Loop: B Tent
10 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
042, Loop: B Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
🚐 043, Loop: B RV
No Hookups
🚐 044, Loop: B RV
No Hookups

Reviews (565)

What Guests Are Saying

Headquarters Campground offers a charming and family-friendly atmosphere, with clean facilities and attentive hosts, particularly Candace, who enhances the camping experience. Many families cherish their time here, enjoying the beautiful river access and the peaceful surroundings. While there are some concerns about water quality and restroom conditions, overall, visitors appreciate the campground's beauty and are eager to return.

Review Summary

4.2
565 reviews
5
57.2%
323
4
21.9%
124
3
11.0%
62
2
5.7%
32
1
4.2%
24

Mina D

Verified

February 28, 2021 Stayed at: 044, Loop: B

5

Mark is a great host and the location is excellent. Excluded but also easy access to small shops

Sarah M

Verified

February 25, 2021 Stayed at: 020, Loop: A

4

It was wonderful, majestic and peaceful. Camped next to the river. Cold this time of year,
but with warm clothes and a campfire, it was perrrrrfect.

Sarah M

Verified

February 25, 2021 Stayed at: 020, Loop: A

4

It was wonderful, majestic and peaceful. Camped next to the river. Cold this time of year,
but with warm clothes and a campfire, it was perrrrrfect.

Patrick S

Verified

February 22, 2021 Stayed at: 035, Loop: B

3

Very pretty campsite and area.

Patrick S

Verified

February 22, 2021 Stayed at: 035, Loop: B

3

Very pretty campsite and area.

Garry C

Verified

February 9, 2021 Stayed at: 037, Loop: B

5

Headquarters was very quiet during my stay, so quiet I was the only camper on the B Loop. (Can't beat that!) My campsite was clean, near the water and provided everything I needed...I have to say, though, $30 a night is a little steep for a pit toilet.

Garry C

Verified

February 9, 2021 Stayed at: 037, Loop: B

5

Headquarters was very quiet during my stay, so quiet I was the only camper on the B Loop. (Can't beat that!) My campsite was clean, near the water and provided everything I needed...I have to say, though, $30 a night is a little steep for a pit toilet.

Jay K

Verified

February 7, 2021 Stayed at: 015, Loop: C

4

Quiet and clean, Good host

Jay K

Verified

February 7, 2021 Stayed at: 015, Loop: C

4

Quiet and clean, Good host

Robert C

Verified

December 14, 2020 Stayed at: 025, Loop: A

4

Nice campground. I went off season, so it wasn't crowded and was more enjoyable. Space tested my trailer parking ability a bit, but not too bad. River was very low due to lack of rainfall so trout bite was almost nonexistent; but good scenery and photo ops.

Location Headquarters

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

Elevation: 850 feet

Distance to downtown

3.9 mi drive to downtown Kernville (about 8 min)

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Last updated: September 12, 2026

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