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Featured amenities

Picnic Table Picnic Table
Restrooms Restrooms
Fire Pit Fire Pit

Available sites

40 total sites

About Headquarters

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

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

Current season
Upcoming seasons
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Closed periods
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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
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
⛺ 004, Loop: A Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
🚐 005, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
⛺ 006, Loop: A Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 007, Loop: A Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 008, Loop: A Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
🚐 009, Loop: C RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
⛺ 010, Loop: C Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 011, Loop: C Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
🚐 012, Loop: C RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 013, Loop: C RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
⛺ 014, Loop: C Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
🚐 015, Loop: C RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 016, Loop: C RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 017, Loop: C RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 018, Loop: C RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
⛺ 019, Loop: A Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
🚐 020, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 021, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 022, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 023, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
⛺ 024, Loop: A Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
🚐 025, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 026, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 027, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 028, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 029, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 030, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
✨ 031, Loop: Yurt Yurt
6 guests · Campfire
🚐 032, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 033, Loop: A RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
⛺ 035, Loop: B Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
🚐 036, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 037, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 038, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
⛺ 039, Loop: B Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 042, Loop: B Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
🚐 043, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 044, Loop: B RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In

Reviews (576)

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
576 reviews
5
57.6%
332
4
21.7%
125
3
10.8%
62
2
5.6%
32
1
4.3%
25

Brian K

Verified

July 23, 2021 • Stayed at: 007, Loop: A

5

Excellent site and campground

Brian K

Verified

July 23, 2021 • Stayed at: 007, Loop: A

5

Excellent site and campground

Candice R

Verified

July 26, 2021 • Stayed at: 014, Loop: C

5

We head an amazing time here! Will definitely do this again.

Candice R

Verified

July 26, 2021 • Stayed at: 014, Loop: C

5

We head an amazing time here! Will definitely do this again.

Sigifredo Z

Verified

August 2, 2021 • Stayed at: 044, Loop: B

4

It was a great Experience over all, accept one day in the morning of 7/23/21 at campsite 44 the fire ants were out and about scouting for food and they were everywhere while we were trying to cook and eat breakfast, after the morning ant "rush" was over it calmed down. The best campsites for this camp ground is 25, 24, 23 & 21.

Sigifredo Z

Verified

August 2, 2021 • Stayed at: 044, Loop: B

4

It was a great Experience over all, accept one day in the morning of 7/23/21 at campsite 44 the fire ants were out and about scouting for food and they were everywhere while we were trying to cook and eat breakfast, after the morning ant "rush" was over it calmed down. The best campsites for this camp ground is 25, 24, 23 & 21.

Oscar S

Verified

August 5, 2021 • Stayed at: 027, Loop: A

5

Headquarter is a beautiful campsite

Oscar S

Verified

August 5, 2021 • Stayed at: 027, Loop: A

5

Headquarter is a beautiful campsite

Ryan T

Verified

August 9, 2021 • Stayed at: 042, Loop: B

5

Some spots are right next to the river, some are right next to the road. Traffic was very light, though, and no loud trucks. Mosquitos weren't as bad as expected, maybe due to river running fairly low this spring. Water was cold but shallow enough that one could safely play in the river, again due to low water. No glass containers allowed in the campground - I forgot and had brought my own beer, and got called out on it (respectfully and gently) by the camp host. He also saw me walking later that day though and mentioned that a better site closer to the river had opened up, if I wanted to move to it, which was thoughtful. Great location of campground is a few minutes' drive from the general store, and river access is right there. Can also drive a little further - your choice of how far - for more river access points, nearby hiking, photography, etc. Loved this spot and would go again.

Ryan T

Verified

August 9, 2021 • Stayed at: 042, Loop: B

5

Some spots are right next to the river, some are right next to the road. Traffic was very light, though, and no loud trucks. Mosquitos weren't as bad as expected, maybe due to river running fairly low this spring. Water was cold but shallow enough that one could safely play in the river, again due to low water. No glass containers allowed in the campground - I forgot and had brought my own beer, and got called out on it (respectfully and gently) by the camp host. He also saw me walking later that day though and mentioned that a better site closer to the river had opened up, if I wanted to move to it, which was thoughtful. Great location of campground is a few minutes' drive from the general store, and river access is right there. Can also drive a little further - your choice of how far - for more river access points, nearby hiking, photography, etc. Loved this spot and would go again.

Location & Directions for Headquarters

Po Box 1640, Kernville, CA 93238 United States

Elevation: 850 ft

Nearest town

Kernville, CA - 3.9 mi

About 8 min to downtown

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Last updated: October 20, 2026

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