Established Camping
Colonel Allensworth State Historic Park Campground
Warning 1 Alert is In Effect
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Warning 1 Alert is In Effect
There is 1 alert for this campground. Camp safely!
California State Parks wants to thank our park visitors for helping us keep our parks and environment clean. In 2018, State Parks installed new RV dump station collection systems at ten state park units as part of a pilot program to help us protect the environment and are added amenities for our visitors.
Following the success of the initial pilot program in 2018, an additional eleven park units have been added to the program. The service is available for campers, day-use or transient visitors for $10-$20 per use, depending on the location. Please note that visitors with current reservations arriving on or after April 13, 2021, who are interested in using the RV dump stations may be required to pay the use fee. The price per campsite for these state parks does not include the use of a dump station. View the following link: Camping Information
Colonel Allensworth State Historic Park Campground, near Earlimart, California, offers a unique blend of history and tranquility. This spot is perfect for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of urban life while soaking in the rich stories of a town founded by African Americans in the early 1900s.
The campground features clean facilities, including flush toilets and free hot showers, which visitors appreciate after a day of exploring. Many campers have enjoyed the spacious sites equipped with picnic tables and fire pits, making it easy to unwind and enjoy the evening sky. One reviewer noted, “The bathrooms with flush toilets and free showers were ridiculously clean,” highlighting the attention to cleanliness here.
For those who love history, the surrounding area is a treasure trove. You can stroll through the historic town and learn about its significance, including its past as the largest hotel stop between Los Angeles and San Francisco. The quiet atmosphere, combined with the occasional sighting of ground squirrels and stunning sunsets, makes for a memorable stay. If you find yourself in this corner of California, it’s definitely worth a visit.
Description
State Park
John L. Whitehead Jr. Campground
Location
Colonel Allensworth State Historic Park Campground is located in California
Directions
From I-5 take 99 North; 30-miles past Bakersfield, Exit at Pond Road and keep going west aprox. 7 miles to State Highway 43. From there, go right (on Highway 43)for about 8-miles to Palmer Avenue. Make a left over the railroad tracks then turn right to enter the park. Directions (From Northern California) From State Highway 99 take the Alpaugh exit in Earlimart; turn right on County Road J22 (Sierra Way) go approx. 7 miles to State Highway 43. From there, go left 2 miles to Palmer Avenue. Make a right over the railroad tracks then turn right to enter the park.
Address
Star Route 1, Box 148
Earlimart, CA 93219
Coordinates
35.8660505614 N
119.39251772 W
Access
Stay Connected
- WiFiUnknown
- VerizonGood
- AT&TAvailable
- T-MobileUnknown
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
Features
For Campers
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly