Headquarters

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HEADQUARTERS
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HEADQUARTERS

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%
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2
5.7%
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4.2%
24

Erick G

Verified

January 24, 2020 Stayed at: 039, Loop: B

4

the host was super friendly and patient, he mentioned that glass is allowed so don’t take glass, the place is ok, there is a river really close to the campground, a lot of trees, and a lot of wildlife, I liked it

Susie C

Verified

January 24, 2020 Stayed at: 025, Loop: A

4

I love everything about this campsite. The website should be updated to read "water may be turned of from October to ???, to alleviate potential pipe issues. I had no problems because I always bring my own water, but our friends were not prepared.

Conor J

Verified

January 24, 2020 Stayed at: 018, Loop: C

5

Well laid out, clean, easy access to the river and gorgeous scenery.

Scott S

Verified

January 17, 2020 Stayed at: 018, Loop: C

4

We have a 35’ motorhome and while they said there is a 30’ length we had plenty of room in our campsite. This is a very nice campground. Unfortunately, there are no RV amenities. The campground surroundings were beautiful. There are only a few areas with access to the water and only one with a small beach area. We will definitely be coming back.

Paul Y

Verified

January 17, 2020 Stayed at: 030, Loop: A

3

My family and friends have been going to Sequoia for years and staying overnight at Headquarters Camp. Many of our stays have been good and pleasant but more often the other campers who stay at Headquarters have been loud and rowdy after 10 PM. Also the bathrooms REALLY NEED to be remodeled. It's a shame the restrooms can't be a little cleaner.

Sue M

Verified

January 17, 2020 Stayed at: 019, Loop: A

5

I have been going to Headquarter Campground for 25 years, I love the campground and love enjoying the river. BUT I love it with other campers that keep their music and voices inside of their campground.

Aura Z

Verified

January 17, 2020 Stayed at: 007, Loop: A

5

I always plan a family camping trip at Headquarters. It is clean, the groundskeeper is always very nice and informative.

Scott S

Verified

January 17, 2020 Stayed at: 018, Loop: C

4

We have a 35’ motorhome and while they said there is a 30’ length we had plenty of room in our campsite. This is a very nice campground. Unfortunately, there are no RV amenities. The campground surroundings were beautiful. There are only a few areas with access to the water and only one with a small beach area. We will definitely be coming back.

Paul Y

Verified

January 17, 2020 Stayed at: 030, Loop: A

3

My family and friends have been going to Sequoia for years and staying overnight at Headquarters Camp. Many of our stays have been good and pleasant but more often the other campers who stay at Headquarters have been loud and rowdy after 10 PM. Also the bathrooms REALLY NEED to be remodeled. It's a shame the restrooms can't be a little cleaner.

Sue M

Verified

January 17, 2020 Stayed at: 019, Loop: A

5

I have been going to Headquarter Campground for 25 years, I love the campground and love enjoying the river. BUT I love it with other campers that keep their music and voices inside of their campground.

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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