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Reviewed Aug. 1, 2023

Spectacular location, few amenities

Campsites are above the river in a pretty narrow canyon. A short hike to the water. Spacious sites. Most sites have trees for shade. We were in one (12) that didn’t, but we moved our chairs to a shaded space between sites. The paved pad is above the area with the table and fire ring.

We were there in 2023 when the river was high due to a record snowpack. There was a relatively calm pool near our site and some small beach areas to enjoy the (cold!) water.

Toilets are in permanent buildings but are not flush. No water or electricity anywhere in the campground. No cell service, but there is Wifi at the market 3mioes away.

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Month of VisitJuly
  • Review photo of Limestone Campground by Coleen B., August 1, 2023
  • Review photo of Limestone Campground by Coleen B., August 1, 2023
  • Review photo of Limestone Campground by Coleen B., August 1, 2023
  • Review photo of Limestone Campground by Coleen B., August 1, 2023
  • Review photo of Limestone Campground by Coleen B., August 1, 2023
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Reviewed Aug. 15, 2022

1 night

Beautiful spot, but Bears visit at night . Keep food packed and ice chests put in vehicle.

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Month of VisitAugust
Reviewed Jan. 21, 2022

We love it

nice n quite after 10pm lots of stars and morning airshow if you’re lucky

Site10 but 4 is the best one
Month of VisitJuly
  • Review photo of Limestone Campground by Javier B., January 21, 2022
  • Review photo of Limestone Campground by Javier B., January 21, 2022
  • Review photo of Limestone Campground by Javier B., January 21, 2022
  • Review photo of Limestone Campground by Javier B., January 21, 2022
  • Review photo of Limestone Campground by Javier B., January 21, 2022
  • Review photo of Limestone Campground by Javier B., January 21, 2022
  • Review photo of Limestone Campground by Javier B., January 21, 2022
  • Review photo of Limestone Campground by Javier B., January 21, 2022
  • Review photo of Limestone Campground by Javier B., January 21, 2022
  • Review photo of Limestone Campground by Javier B., January 21, 2022
  • Review photo of Limestone Campground by Javier B., January 21, 2022
  • Review photo of Limestone Campground by Javier B., January 21, 2022
  • Review photo of Limestone Campground by Javier B., January 21, 2022
  • Review photo of Limestone Campground by Javier B., January 21, 2022
  • Review photo of Limestone Campground by Javier B., January 21, 2022
  • Review photo of Limestone Campground by Javier B., January 21, 2022
  • Review photo of Limestone Campground by Javier B., January 21, 2022
  • Review photo of Limestone Campground by Javier B., January 21, 2022
  • Review photo of Limestone Campground by Javier B., January 21, 2022
  • Review photo of Limestone Campground by Javier B., January 21, 2022
Reviewed Aug. 22, 2020

Next to the river

Great place to stay. Most sites have some shade. It is always great to reserve before because it does get crowded in the weekends, holidays and summer. Bathrooms are clean and well maintained.

  • Review photo of Limestone Campground by Jessica P., August 22, 2020
  • Review photo of Limestone Campground by Jessica P., August 22, 2020
  • Review photo of Limestone Campground by Jessica P., August 22, 2020
  • Review photo of Limestone Campground by Jessica P., August 22, 2020
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  • Review photo of Limestone Campground by Jessica P., August 22, 2020
  • Review photo of Limestone Campground by Jessica P., August 22, 2020
  • Review photo of Limestone Campground by Jessica P., August 22, 2020
  • Review photo of Limestone Campground by Jessica P., August 22, 2020
  • Review photo of Limestone Campground by Jessica P., August 22, 2020
  • Review photo of Limestone Campground by Jessica P., August 22, 2020
  • Review photo of Limestone Campground by Jessica P., August 22, 2020
  • Review photo of Limestone Campground by Jessica P., August 22, 2020
Reviewed Jul. 20, 2020

Gator rock!

Get your reservation in early. One of my favorite spots to camp. All the spots are great. Bathrooms are clean. Sites are well maintained

Reviewed Oct. 24, 2018

Kernville River Camp

Easily accessed campground located right on the Kern River in the lower Sequoia Forest. No service, running water, or electricity, but there is vault toilets and dogs are allowed. Pretty hefty on the fee almost $30 a night, But trust me this place is worth it. Lots of trees to make shady spots. The lower camp spots are located at the bottom of the hill (easier access to the river, safer for children). The higher spots are up the hill with a magnificent few of the raging Kern River. There is a few private "beach" spots you can enjoy the river without the intimidating rapids (videos below). It is about 30 minutes from any store or cell service, so make sure you come prepared. Probably one of the best campgrounds in Kernville! Check out a deal for white water rafting before you plan your trip. One of the most fun I've ever had in my life!

Month of VisitMay
  • Review photo of Limestone Campground by Jen D., October 24, 2018
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Reviewed Aug. 30, 2018

Great wilderness camping near the Kern River

Beautiful campground for $24/night. It is popular during the summer months, so if you want to reserve a site for the weekend, make sure to reserve online well in advance. Sites are pretty nicely spaced out and almost all sites have shade. The lsites are not as close to the river as Brush Creek campground, but still closer than Fairview, which is down the road.

Facilities. There are vault toilets. Both trash and recycling collection bins are available (not the case for nearby day use areas or dispersed camping). Each site has its own campfire ring and picnic table.

Dogs allowed throughout the forest as long as they are on leash.

Activities in the area:

  • hike the 7 teacups trail or go canyoneering
  • Swimming
  • Fishing
  • White water tubing/rafting/kayaking
Month of VisitAugust
  • Review photo of Limestone Campground by Leslie R., August 30, 2018
  • Review photo of Limestone Campground by Leslie R., August 30, 2018
  • Review photo of Limestone Campground by Leslie R., August 30, 2018
  • Review photo of Limestone Campground by Leslie R., August 30, 2018
  • Review photo of Limestone Campground by Leslie R., August 30, 2018
  • Review photo of Limestone Campground by Leslie R., August 30, 2018
  • Review photo of Limestone Campground by Leslie R., August 30, 2018
Reviewed Jul. 11, 2017

Unamed Campsite by Bone Creek CA

To be honest, we were about 10 miles up the mountain from Limestone campground off of a stream instead of the raging Kern River. Limestone is great, but the place we found up the mountain by a creek called Bone Creek was amazing. Beautiful air scenery water and fish. Great hiking, swimming, fishing, and site seeing. Loved it and I will be back over and over again.

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Month of VisitJuly
  • Review photo of Limestone Campground by Cody H., July 11, 2017
  • Review photo of Limestone Campground by Cody H., July 11, 2017
  • Review photo of Limestone Campground by Cody H., July 11, 2017