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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

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

Reviews (531)

What Guests Are Saying

Headquarters Campground boasts a fantastic location next to the river, providing a beautiful and peaceful setting for campers. Visitors praised the cleanliness of the facilities and the friendliness of the camp hosts, who were helpful and accommodating. While some mentioned minor issues, such as closed restrooms and the need for trash cans, the overall experience was positive, with many expressing intentions to return.

Review Summary

4.2
531 reviews
5
56.3%
299
4
23.0%
122
3
10.9%
58
2
5.3%
28
1
4.5%
24

Stanley M

Verified

October 22, 2023 Stayed at: 005, Loop: A

4

Camp host was very helpful.

Garrett P

Verified

October 22, 2023 Stayed at: 035, Loop: B

2

Campsite was falling apart, only space for 1 tent, the rest was the pad for parking and a solid slope down to the only spot for the tent. Bathrooms were not well maintained, fecal matter ON toilets not cleaned off after multiple days. Water was metallic at best. Campground was quiet and respectful, good fire pits and decent tables.

Stanley M

Verified

October 22, 2023 Stayed at: 005, Loop: A

4

Camp host was very helpful.

PRAKASH T

Verified

October 14, 2023 Stayed at: 017, Loop: C

5

Great stay. Deb the campground host keeps the place exceptionally clean and is always available for questions. Love our stay.

PRAKASH T

Verified

October 14, 2023 Stayed at: 017, Loop: C

5

Great stay. Deb the campground host keeps the place exceptionally clean and is always available for questions. Love our stay.

Jim-Miryam F

Verified

October 13, 2023 Stayed at: 016, Loop: C

3

I like this location which is just 3+ miles from town. Fly fishing is usually better here than anywhere I've been up-river for years.

Jim-Miryam F

Verified

October 13, 2023 Stayed at: 016, Loop: C

3

I like this location which is just 3+ miles from town. Fly fishing is usually better here than anywhere I've been up-river for years.

Kevin G

Verified

October 7, 2023 Stayed at: 015, Loop: C

4

Would have been nice to know the loop was closed and sites were missing

Kevin G

Verified

October 7, 2023 Stayed at: 015, Loop: C

4

Would have been nice to know the loop was closed and sites were missing

Thomas D

Verified

August 28, 2023 Stayed at: 019, Loop: A

4

I love the proximity to the water. The campsites are well spaced out which gives enough privacy for everyone. The camp hosts are nice and there is no loud music playing.

Location Headquarters

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

Latitude & Longitude: 35.7963 / -118.45

Elevation: 850 feet

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Last updated: June 4, 2026

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