Headquarters

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Featured amenities

Picnic Table
Restrooms
Fire Pit

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

Current season
Upcoming seasons
Past seasons
Closed periods
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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
Restrooms
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
Missing information?

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

Jill M

Verified

June 4, 2021 Stayed at: 021, Loop: A

3

Thought campfires were not allowed. Observed campsite who had fire burning morning and night.

Mark G

Verified

June 1, 2021 Stayed at: 003, Loop: A

2

Our site was extremely sandy with little shade. The picnic table was old, slanted and sunk into the sand. Not our favorite campsite.

Mark G

Verified

June 1, 2021 Stayed at: 003, Loop: A

2

Our site was extremely sandy with little shade. The picnic table was old, slanted and sunk into the sand. Not our favorite campsite.

Tom H

Verified

May 28, 2021 Stayed at: 023, Loop: A

4

It is always very good, did have loud neighbors till 2:00 am. They did let least 12 people stay in the site next to me.

Kaitlen M

Verified

May 28, 2021 Stayed at: 006, Loop: A

5

Camp manager was very nice, accessible water, close to good hiking. Overall great experience.

Tom H

Verified

May 28, 2021 Stayed at: 023, Loop: A

4

It is always very good, did have loud neighbors till 2:00 am. They did let least 12 people stay in the site next to me.

Kaitlen M

Verified

May 28, 2021 Stayed at: 006, Loop: A

5

Camp manager was very nice, accessible water, close to good hiking. Overall great experience.

Nancy L

Verified

May 27, 2021 Stayed at: 012, Loop: C

4

Unusual trip. No loud campers, water and air was warm but not hot.

Nancy L

Verified

May 27, 2021 Stayed at: 012, Loop: C

4

Unusual trip. No loud campers, water and air was warm but not hot.

Kim E

Verified

May 23, 2021 Stayed at: 009, Loop: C

2

Small and crowded campground. We have a 21’ trailer with an F-150 and its was a challenge getting into the site.

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: July 10, 2026

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