Stay in an RV, Tent, or Cabin near Wasco, California, United States

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Top Campgrounds near Wasco

50 campgrounds 620 available sites
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Live Oak

Kernville, CA · 50 mi from Wasco

Live Oak Campground, situated across from Lake Isabella, does not accept reservations. The area is ideal for activities like boating, windsurfing, fishing, and swimming. It is located within Sequoia National Forest, just 6 mi from the town of Lake...

  • Potable Water
  • Picnic Table
  • Pet friendly
  • Restrooms
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Headquarters

Kernville, CA · 51.9 mi from Wasco

4.2 (576 reviews)

Headquarters Campground is located by the Kern River, 6 mi north of Kernville. It offers popular outdoor activities such as hiking, fishing, kayaking, and rafting.

  • RV sites: 26
  • Tent sites: 14
  • Potable Water
  • Picnic Table
  • Restrooms
  • BBQ
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Camp Three Campground

Kernville, CA · 51.9 mi from Wasco

4.3 (160 reviews)

Camp Three Campground is located at 2.8 ft elevation along the Upper Kern River, surrounded by oak and locust trees. It provides numerous recreational activities for visitors. The setting is ideal for outdoor enthusiasts.

  • RV sites: 49
  • Tent sites: 52
  • Potable Water
  • Picnic Table
  • Parking
  • Pet friendly
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Fairview Campground

Kernville, CA · 53 mi from Wasco

4.2 (209 reviews)

Fairview Campground is located by the Upper Kern River, a designated Wild and Scenic River, surrounded by oak and gray pine trees. The campground is situated at an elevation of 3.5 ft. It offers a natural setting for outdoor activities.

  • RV sites: 39
  • Tent sites: 14
  • Potable Water
  • Picnic Table
  • Restrooms
  • BBQ
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Goldledge Campground

Kernville, CA · 53.3 mi from Wasco

4.0 (125 reviews)

Goldledge Campground is located 10 mi north of Kernville along the Kern River. It offers a variety of outdoor activities, including hiking, fishing, kayaking, and rafting.

  • RV sites: 27
  • Tent sites: 36
  • Picnic Table
  • Parking
  • Restrooms
  • River Access
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Grouse Valley Cabins

Springville, CA · 57.1 mi from Wasco

3.0 (2 reviews)

Grouse Valley Cabins, located in the Giant Sequoia National Monument, consists of two cabins: the larger Lakeside Cabin for 12 guests and the Hillside Cabin for 10. The scenic property features two lakes and is surrounded by pine and oak trees, of...

  • Parking
  • Grill
  • Kitchen
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American Canyon Campground

Santa Maria, CA · 58.7 mi from Wasco

3.0 (2 reviews)

American Canyon Campground is a secluded site adjacent to the Machesna Wilderness, accessible only via a long hike or through Avenales Ranch during deer hunting season with a reservation. Managed by the Forest Service, the campground is shaded by ...

  • Tent sites: 12
  • Fire Pit
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Horse Creek

Three Rivers, CA · 59.1 mi from Wasco

3.8 (288 reviews)

Horse Creek Campground is situated along the Kaweah River in the Sierra Nevada Mountains of central California. It is located three miles east of Lemon Cove, near the Terminus Dam on Kaweah Lake.

  • RV sites: 68
  • Tent sites: 61
  • Showers
  • Dump station on site

Explore Wasco, CA

Population: 26,558

Nearby city: Bakersfield, CA

Approx. 24 mi away (straight-line distance)

Elevation: 328 ft

Best Season: Spring, Fall

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Explore Wasco, CA

Population: 26,558

Nearby city: Bakersfield, CA

Approx. 24 mi away (straight-line distance)

Elevation: 328 ft

Best Season: Spring, Fall

About Wasco, California

Wasco sits in the southern San Joaquin Valley, making an easy base for camping and RV trips. Campgrounds and RV parks near Wasco put you close to open farmland, wetlands, and wildlife watching at Kern National Wildlife Refuge and Tule Elk State Natural Reserve. With Carrizo Plain National Monument and the southern Sierra foothills within reach for day trips, Wasco works for both quick stopovers and low-key weekend outdoor stays.

Around Wasco you’ll find 47 options spanning RV parks, tent sites, simple cabins, and a few glamping stays. It’s a practical choice for road-trippers across the Central Valley, and availability can vary by season, with spring and fall offering the most comfortable weather. Typical nightly rates range from $48 to $61, with an average around $51, keeping camping near Wasco, California budget-friendly for longer stays or an overnight pause.

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