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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

John W

Verified

March 8, 2021 Stayed at: 020, Loop: A

5

Great campsite! Host was helpful but not intrusive. Good time to stay in the winter. Not many people. Quiet and beautiful.

David W

Verified

March 7, 2021 Stayed at: 015, Loop: C

5

Beautiful camping right on the kern!

David W

Verified

March 7, 2021 Stayed at: 015, Loop: C

5

Beautiful camping right on the kern!

Talan K

Verified

February 28, 2021 Stayed at: 010, Loop: C

5

The campsite was very clean and the hosts were friendly. Close to town with interesting views so it is easy to get everything you forgot. Near site 12 there is a path that will take you across the street and there is a mountain you can hike

Mina D

Verified

February 28, 2021 Stayed at: 044, Loop: B

5

Mark is a great host and the location is excellent. Excluded but also easy access to small shops

Talan K

Verified

February 28, 2021 Stayed at: 010, Loop: C

5

The campsite was very clean and the hosts were friendly. Close to town with interesting views so it is easy to get everything you forgot. Near site 12 there is a path that will take you across the street and there is a mountain you can hike

Mina D

Verified

February 28, 2021 Stayed at: 044, Loop: B

5

Mark is a great host and the location is excellent. Excluded but also easy access to small shops

Sarah M

Verified

February 25, 2021 Stayed at: 020, Loop: A

4

It was wonderful, majestic and peaceful. Camped next to the river. Cold this time of year,
but with warm clothes and a campfire, it was perrrrrfect.

Sarah M

Verified

February 25, 2021 Stayed at: 020, Loop: A

4

It was wonderful, majestic and peaceful. Camped next to the river. Cold this time of year,
but with warm clothes and a campfire, it was perrrrrfect.

Patrick S

Verified

February 22, 2021 Stayed at: 035, Loop: B

3

Very pretty campsite and area.

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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