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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

Joy A

Verified

October 19, 2025 Stayed at: 016, Loop: C

4

Pretty place. The trees need to be trimmed. Even on the main/only road through the campground they scratches my van.

Elizabeth K

Verified

October 13, 2025 Stayed at: 044, Loop: B

5

It was beautiful bathrooms were clean and we had a great time only thing I would say is the map of the campground itself is a little off we went with a group and thought we got sites right together but in reality they were across the way not a huge deal just a psa.

Bradley C

Verified

October 13, 2025 Stayed at: 031, Loop: Yurt

2

Beautiful campsite, relatively easy access to the river and not too far from town for any forgotten supplies. Great spot for kids and older adults to camp.

Elizabeth K

Verified

October 13, 2025 Stayed at: 044, Loop: B

5

It was beautiful bathrooms were clean and we had a great time only thing I would say is the map of the campground itself is a little off we went with a group and thought we got sites right together but in reality they were across the way not a huge deal just a psa.

Bradley C

Verified

October 13, 2025 Stayed at: 031, Loop: Yurt

2

Beautiful campsite, relatively easy access to the river and not too far from town for any forgotten supplies. Great spot for kids and older adults to camp.

Matthew G

Verified

October 7, 2025 Stayed at: 023, Loop: A

5

Host was a gem. Chatted with us about some good sightseeing and fishing. Friendly camping neighbors and clean facilities. Potable water onsite, river front camp and lots of shade made it perfect.

Matthew G

Verified

October 7, 2025 Stayed at: 023, Loop: A

5

Host was a gem. Chatted with us about some good sightseeing and fishing. Friendly camping neighbors and clean facilities. Potable water onsite, river front camp and lots of shade made it perfect.

Sue M

Verified

September 27, 2025 Stayed at: 007, Loop: A

5

The camp host was great kept the flies away and smell in the toilets GOOD JOB!!!! I love going every year and have been going since 85. See ya next year

Sue M

Verified

September 27, 2025 Stayed at: 007, Loop: A

5

The camp host was great kept the flies away and smell in the toilets GOOD JOB!!!! I love going every year and have been going since 85. See ya next year

Sue M

Verified

September 25, 2025 Stayed at: 007, Loop: A

5

I love Headquarters Campground and have been going since the 80's. It would be great to see flush toilets installed. Or seal up the very old toilets and make new ones.
The camp host is FANTASTIC, keeps up with the toilets.

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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