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Fairview Campground sits in an area dotted with oak and gray pine along the Upper Kern River, a designated Wild and Scenic River, at an elevation of 3,500 feet.
Whitewater rafting and kayaking on the Upper Kern River are popular activities.
Visitors also enjoy plenty of hiking opportunities. There is direct access from the south end of the campground to several foot and mountain bike trails, including the 13-mile Whiskey Flat, 16-mile Flynn Canyon and 4-mile Tobies Trails.
The campground, located 13 miles north of Kernville, has 48 paved sites configured around three loops. Some sites have views of or direct access to the river. Picnic areas, vault toilets and drinking water are provided. There is a restaurant next to the campground.
This facility is operated by Sequoia Recreation, a division of California Land Management and comments are welcome; comment forms are available from campground hosts or directly at California Land Management
The Sequoia National Forest, located at the southern end of the Sierra Nevada in central California, takes its name from the giant sequoia, the world's largest tree, which grows in more than 30 groves on the Forest's lower slopes.
The Forest comprises about 1.1 million acres, and elevations range from about 1,000 to 12,000 feet creating precipitous canyons and mountain streams with spectacular waterfalls such as Salmon Creek Falls and Grizzly Falls.
At various points along the river, gray pines, scrub oaks, grass and dry climate shrubs cling to steep canyon walls, while cottonwoods and willows line the water's edge.
The campground provides a good base for day trips to the Sequoia National Park, Trail of 100 Giants, and numerous Sequoia groves in the Giant Sequoia National Monument.
The Giant Sequoia Mercantile offers a wide variety of books, maps, gifts, local art, camping supplies and other merchandise.
Off of Highway 99 in Bakersfield, California, take Highway 178 east to Lake Isabella. From Lake Isabella take Highway 155 around the west side of the lake to the town of Kernville. From Kernville go north on Sierra Way/Mountain 99 for 16 miles to the campground.
We just came back from camping! This is a nice camp and fairly clean. The reason for 4 stars is that we had to wait for almost 3 hours for the attendant to come back from wherever he was since we were not able to find our lot! The lot number was 55b and was occupied by the management. We start loading after 3 hours and manager came and we had to move! He directed us to another lot and we carried our canopies and tents that we already setup! The other reason was fire ants. There were no mention of it and we were all bitten by them. I was glad I had taken allergy pills and Benadrl cream. Otherwise, I would probably end up in the hospital since I was severely allergic and couldn’t breathe! Other than that,the site was amazing! We had a store near by that was close enough to walk. The river was fantastic! I will go back again and this time perhaps, I will take ant spray with me!
We came here for my 21st birthday, despite a storm we were able to find a safe, clean refuge here at the fair view camp site. The very first thing that we noticed was how well maintained the bathrooms were. I along with my partner and sister are all avid campers so I can not stress enough how hard it is to find a camp hosts as dedicated to the job. We met the camp host couple Amanda and Gerry, they made our tent site feel like home. Their hospitality will forever remain as a genuine good memory for all of my family. Really hope to see them there next time !
A great place for a last minute camping trip! We were so happy to snag a spot on the river on a weekend. Site #14 didn't have any shade, but it was fairly secluded and had a great view. The tent sites were smaller, not the site for a huge 8 person tent but it worked great for the two of us. I'd definitely go back, the weather was perfect in early April.
My friend has been coming here for 20 plus years. My 2nd time, joining his friends for what turned out to be a perfect long weekend. The weather wasn't too hot, the river was raging & refreshing, & McNallys was delicious!
It was a nice and clean campground, and it was suitable for family outdoors. It's also a good spot for fishing. You also have a restaurant, store, and lodge, plus wifi, options right next to it.
