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Fly Fish the Kern River above the Johnsondale Bridge
Camp Nelson, California
5.0
4 mi
/ 100 ft gain
Check in at the local fly fishing shop in Kernville to check the latest status, then continue up the 20 mile stretch of Mountain Hwy 99 until you cross the Johnsondale Bridge. Park, pack, then begin your 30-45 minute hike up the trail before setting your rod.After you're finished, stop by the Kern River Brewing Company for a hot meal and a cold beer.
Seven Teacups Trail
Camp Nelson, California
5.29 mi
/ 850 ft gain
Seven Teacups Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a waterfall located near Kernville, California.
Kern River Trail Loop
Camp Nelson, California
10.22 mi
/ 1857 ft gain
Kern River Trail Loop is a loop trail that takes you by a waterfall located near Johnsondale, California.
Camp at Redwood Meadow
Porterville, California
Situated right across the street from the stunning Trail of 100 Giants, Redwood Meadows features 13 spacious campsites adjacent to a picturesque meadow. There are picnic tables, fire rings, and six yurt sites available for those who wish to bring some of the great indoors outside.
Pit toilets are located at the entrance to the campground and are well-maintained. There is also a "gift shop" sty...
Hike The Trail of 100 Giants
Trail of 100 Giants Trail, California
1.3 mi
/ 120 ft gain
Located off the M-90 (closed from Nov.-May) in the Sequoia National Forest, the Trail of 100 Giants provides a perfect stroll for nearby campers or a quick 30-minute stop for families driving by to get a glimpse of some truly awe-inspiring, overhead views.
$5 day parking and restrooms can be found at a designated parking lot as well as Redwood Meadow Campground, both directly across the street...
Trail of 100 Giants
Porterville, California
1.45 mi
/ 226 ft gain
Trail of 100 Giants is a loop trail where you may see wildflowers located near California Hot Springs, California.
Packsaddle Cave Trail
Kernville, California
4.72 mi
/ 1640 ft gain
Packsaddle Cave Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a river located near California Hot Springs, California.
Alder Creek Falls
Camp Nelson, California
1.56 mi
/ 115 ft gain
Alder Creek Falls Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a waterfall located near Johnsondale, California.
Dispersed Camp along Salmon Creek in Sequoia NF
Kernville, California
There are several dispersed campsites found throughout the Sequoia National Forest. The majority can be found by driving on any of the OHV accessible roads. This particular campsite can be found at coordinates 35.89759, -118.4628. In order to get to the campsite, use Google Maps to get you to the area. The OHV roads required to get to the site are visible via the Satellite view. There is no ser...
Places to stay
Camp Nelson, California
Long Meadow Group
Overview
Long Meadow Group Campground is a remote facility within Sequoia National Forest, in the southern portion of Giant Sequoia Natio...
Porterville, California
Redwood Meadow
Overview
Redwood Meadow Campground located within Sequoia National Forest, in the southern portion of Giant Sequoia National Monument. T...
1941 Kern River Highway
Fairview Campground
Overview
Fairview Campground sits in an area dotted with oak and gray pine along the Upper Kern River, a designated Wild and Scenic River...
Porterville, California
Holey Meadow
Overview
The Sequoia National Forest, located at the southern end of the Sierra Nevada in central California, takes its name from the gia...
California Hot Springs, California
Frog Meadow Guard Station
Overview
NOT CURRENTLY ACCEPTING RESERVATIONS.
Frog Meadow Guard Station sits at a meadow's edge at an elevation of 7,760 feet in the he...
100 Mountain Highway 99
Hospital Flat
Overview
Hospital Flat Campground is situated along the Kern River, 6.5 miles north of the town of Kernville. Hiking, fishing, kayaking a...
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