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

Jaycelyn R

Verified

December 9, 2022 Stayed at: 035, Loop: B

5

Well kept, clean campground next to a little creek. There are a couple cute, old fashioned towns nearby with some restaurants, bars, and thrifts which was a nice getaway from the rain. Highly recommend going at the end of fall, the river was beautiful with all the leaves changing colors!

Levy E

Verified

November 24, 2022 Stayed at: 035, Loop: B

5

very friendly, beautiful campsites and clean bathrooms

Levy E

Verified

November 24, 2022 Stayed at: 035, Loop: B

5

very friendly, beautiful campsites and clean bathrooms

casey j

Verified

October 19, 2022 Stayed at: 011, Loop: C

5

Great location, the riverside sites are amazing!! It’s next to a busy road so you will hear cars a bit but this is obvious from the location/map.

casey j

Verified

October 19, 2022 Stayed at: 011, Loop: C

5

Great location, the riverside sites are amazing!! It’s next to a busy road so you will hear cars a bit but this is obvious from the location/map.

Josh J

Verified

October 4, 2022 Stayed at: 020, Loop: A

4

This place is magical and beautiful. The camp hosts Were amazing and helpful. The only reason I’m giving 4 stars is because you’re not allowed to set up a campfire at all. Only propane and gas is allowed. Also keep in mind that this is very populated camp, you might end up on a night with a loud music.
There is an access to the river you can kayak and do all kinds of sports on the river. The place is just magical

Margie Z

Verified

October 4, 2022 Stayed at: 035, Loop: B

3

Camp host was extremely nice and accommodating when asked to change our sites. Sites we originally reserved didn't have as much shade as we liked. Wish there were pics of the camp sites. But overall, we had a wonderful time.

Josh J

Verified

October 4, 2022 Stayed at: 020, Loop: A

4

This place is magical and beautiful. The camp hosts Were amazing and helpful. The only reason I’m giving 4 stars is because you’re not allowed to set up a campfire at all. Only propane and gas is allowed. Also keep in mind that this is very populated camp, you might end up on a night with a loud music.
There is an access to the river you can kayak and do all kinds of sports on the river. The place is just magical

Margie Z

Verified

October 4, 2022 Stayed at: 035, Loop: B

3

Camp host was extremely nice and accommodating when asked to change our sites. Sites we originally reserved didn't have as much shade as we liked. Wish there were pics of the camp sites. But overall, we had a wonderful time.

Sarah S

Verified

September 18, 2022 Stayed at: 023, Loop: A

5

The campsite was nice and clean and well maintained by the camp host, Gary. We love staying here and will certainly return soon.

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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