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About Headquarters
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Open year round
This campground is open year round, providing flexibility for your stay.
Campground Amenities
Most popular amenities
Picnic Table
Restrooms
Fire Pit
Site Setup and Access
- ADA Accessible
Water and Hygiene
- Potable Water
- Restrooms
Cooking and Fire
- Picnic Table
- BBQ
- Fire Pit
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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.
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
Angela S
VerifiedJune 4, 2022 • Stayed at: 036, Loop: B
Of the campgrounds along the upper Kern River this one has a few more shaded sites and us a little closer to town. Nice swim area along the river
Angela S
VerifiedJune 4, 2022 • Stayed at: 036, Loop: B
Of the campgrounds along the upper Kern River this one has a few more shaded sites and us a little closer to town. Nice swim area along the river
Mirren A
VerifiedJune 9, 2022 • Stayed at: 007, Loop: A
We finally got to stay here. This campground is close to everything. If I had a choice I would have opt for a riverfront site. I wasn't sure if we could pitch tents there but some sites you definitely can. Our site 7 and it looked pretty small on the map but once you get there, it actually is one of the best spots. It's close to the bathroom which didn't smell and we didn't hear much noise from. We got to pitch our tents under this group of trees that acted as shelter over our tents and made it private. Table they had on-site is pretty old. Plenty of space from others at this site compared to the other ones. Sites are generally pretty close to each other. Only downside was our neighbor on 8. Super loud and obnoxious. Got there after 10pm to set up and they were loud until 1 or 2pm. You can tell they don't give an f and they don't have camper etiquette. They also brought a baby who cried nonstop. Protip: bring earplugs.
Mirren A
VerifiedJune 9, 2022 • Stayed at: 007, Loop: A
We finally got to stay here. This campground is close to everything. If I had a choice I would have opt for a riverfront site. I wasn't sure if we could pitch tents there but some sites you definitely can. Our site 7 and it looked pretty small on the map but once you get there, it actually is one of the best spots. It's close to the bathroom which didn't smell and we didn't hear much noise from. We got to pitch our tents under this group of trees that acted as shelter over our tents and made it private. Table they had on-site is pretty old. Plenty of space from others at this site compared to the other ones. Sites are generally pretty close to each other. Only downside was our neighbor on 8. Super loud and obnoxious. Got there after 10pm to set up and they were loud until 1 or 2pm. You can tell they don't give an f and they don't have camper etiquette. They also brought a baby who cried nonstop. Protip: bring earplugs.
MONIQUE G
VerifiedJune 12, 2022 • Stayed at: 018, Loop: C
Very loud neighbors. Did not respect quiet time.
MONIQUE G
VerifiedJune 12, 2022 • Stayed at: 018, Loop: C
Very loud neighbors. Did not respect quiet time.
Claire C
VerifiedJune 23, 2022 • Stayed at: 027, Loop: A
This campground allowed for great access to the river. Tubing was a huge highlight! Campground was quiet and the camp host was friendly and available.
Esmeralda A
VerifiedJune 23, 2022 • Stayed at: 011, Loop: C
The river is really close to site and easily accesible.
Esmeralda A
VerifiedJune 23, 2022 • Stayed at: 014, Loop: C
It was an amazing outdoor experience. The area is in a way shared with the site next to it. I was able to reserve both since we are a big family. The bathroom is really close to campsite. The ground is a bit sandy making it made easier to pin down tent. Loved the weather.
Sang T
VerifiedJune 23, 2022 • Stayed at: 038, Loop: B
Our campsite was right next to the road. There were barely any trees or shade. The bathrooms are just glorified portapotties. Nasty. They need to spend a little money to spruce the campsite up. I'm not coming back.
Location & Directions for Headquarters
Po Box 1640, Kernville, CA 93238 United States
Elevation: 850 ft
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Last updated: October 20, 2026
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