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

Patrick P

Verified

November 28, 2025 Stayed at: 013, Loop: C

5

Great campground. Not far from town

Patrick P

Verified

November 28, 2025 Stayed at: 013, Loop: C

5

Great campground. Not far from town

Robert R

Verified

December 3, 2025 Stayed at: 012, Loop: C

3

Clean pit toilets and ample water spigots. No trash cans around that I could see, though I was told that guests could dump their trash at the large dumpster at the entrance. Unfortunately, and maybe due to lack of trash cans, their was 'some' unsightly litter scattered through the campground. (I picked up my share of litter, but again there was no trash can to put it in.) And no showers either. Still, you can be right next to the river and with my Lifetime Senior pass I get 50% off reservations.

Robert R

Verified

December 3, 2025 Stayed at: 012, Loop: C

3

Clean pit toilets and ample water spigots. No trash cans around that I could see, though I was told that guests could dump their trash at the large dumpster at the entrance. Unfortunately, and maybe due to lack of trash cans, their was 'some' unsightly litter scattered through the campground. (I picked up my share of litter, but again there was no trash can to put it in.) And no showers either. Still, you can be right next to the river and with my Lifetime Senior pass I get 50% off reservations.

William P

Verified

December 8, 2025 Stayed at: 020, Loop: A

4

Great campground. The grounds were in excellent shape and campground hosts were really great. See you next year!

William P

Verified

December 8, 2025 Stayed at: 020, Loop: A

4

Great campground. The grounds were in excellent shape and campground hosts were really great. See you next year!

Juan C

Verified

January 1, 2026 Stayed at: 035, Loop: B

5

Great central location and cute babbling brook next to campsite. No service, but great being off the grid. Recommend this campground!

Juan C

Verified

January 1, 2026 Stayed at: 035, Loop: B

5

Great central location and cute babbling brook next to campsite. No service, but great being off the grid. Recommend this campground!

Armin A

Verified

January 20, 2026 Stayed at: 020, Loop: A

5

fantastic clean and the host was a such a great man

Armin A

Verified

January 20, 2026 Stayed at: 020, Loop: A

5

fantastic clean and the host was a such a great man

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)

Nearby Campgrounds

Nearby destinations


Last updated: September 2, 2026

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