Headquarters

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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
Price not available
🚐 003, Loop: A RV
No Hookups
Price not available
004, Loop: A Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
🚐 005, Loop: A RV
No Hookups
Price not available
006, Loop: A Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
007, Loop: A Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
008, Loop: A Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
🚐 009, Loop: C RV
No Hookups
Price not available
010, Loop: C Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
011, Loop: C Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
🚐 012, Loop: C RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 013, Loop: C RV
No Hookups
Price not available
014, Loop: C Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
🚐 015, Loop: C RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 016, Loop: C RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 017, Loop: C RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 018, Loop: C RV
No Hookups
Price not available
019, Loop: A Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
🚐 020, Loop: A RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 021, Loop: A RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 022, Loop: A RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 023, Loop: A RV
No Hookups
Price not available
024, Loop: A Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
🚐 025, Loop: A RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 026, Loop: A RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 027, Loop: A RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 028, Loop: A RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 029, Loop: A RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 030, Loop: A RV
No Hookups
Price not available
031, Loop: Yurt Yurt
6 guests · Campfire
Price not available
🚐 032, Loop: A RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 033, Loop: A RV
No Hookups
Price not available
035, Loop: B Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
🚐 036, Loop: B RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 037, Loop: B RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 038, Loop: B RV
No Hookups
Price not available
039, Loop: B Tent
10 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
042, Loop: B Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
🚐 043, Loop: B RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 044, Loop: B RV
No Hookups
Price not available

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

Sandra L

Verified

July 10, 2025 Stayed at: 033, Loop: A

5

Space #33 was great, easy access, clean, had lots of Sunny and shady areas, kid friendly, Randy the host is attentive and active!

andy l

Verified

July 7, 2025 Stayed at: 020, Loop: A

5

Really enjoyed our time at Headquarters campground. The host was friendly and knowledgeable of the area. The river was clean and not to strong at the time so we were able to swing and relax in the water. Most of the bathrooms were clean but there were a few that were not so clean. One important thing to note is the main dumpster for the trash is by the front entrance, it took a while for me to find it at night since i did not notice it on the drive in. There are a ton of gnats at night that are attracted to light so a screened canopy is highly recommended if you want to eat in peace lol. Would def stay here again.

andy l

Verified

July 7, 2025 Stayed at: 020, Loop: A

5

Really enjoyed our time at Headquarters campground. The host was friendly and knowledgeable of the area. The river was clean and not to strong at the time so we were able to swing and relax in the water. Most of the bathrooms were clean but there were a few that were not so clean. One important thing to note is the main dumpster for the trash is by the front entrance, it took a while for me to find it at night since i did not notice it on the drive in. There are a ton of gnats at night that are attracted to light so a screened canopy is highly recommended if you want to eat in peace lol. Would def stay here again.

Emily M

Verified

July 6, 2025 Stayed at: 011, Loop: C

5

The camp was very nice

Emily M

Verified

July 6, 2025 Stayed at: 011, Loop: C

5

The camp was very nice

Tom H

Verified

July 2, 2025 Stayed at: 023, Loop: A

4

Great as always except no toilet paper a couple times.

Tom H

Verified

July 2, 2025 Stayed at: 023, Loop: A

4

Great as always except no toilet paper a couple times.

Jaime M

Verified

July 1, 2025 Stayed at: 044, Loop: B

1

campsite is poorly maintained. bathrooms are atrocious. very big range in quality of individual camp sites, do your research before you pick your site. some sites have no shade and are swarmed by fire ants, others are nice.

Jaime M

Verified

July 1, 2025 Stayed at: 044, Loop: B

1

campsite is poorly maintained. bathrooms are atrocious. very big range in quality of individual camp sites, do your research before you pick your site. some sites have no shade and are swarmed by fire ants, others are nice.

Jose H

Verified

June 30, 2025 Stayed at: 015, Loop: C

5

Camp Host Was a nice guy!

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 2, 2026

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