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Pioneer Point

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This campground remains closed for renovations.

Pioneer Point is located in the Sequoia National Forest, surrounded by forested terrain. Temperatures can range from lows in the 30s Fahrenheit during winter to highs in the 90s during summer. Nearby attractions include Lake Isabella and the Kern River, offering opportunities for water activities and hiking.

Description

National Forest

Sequoia National Forest

Overview

Reservations not being accepted. Pioneer Point is a high-desert campground near Lake Isabella in the Sequoia National Forest. The 11,000-acre lake is actually a reservoir, one of California's largest, and it marks the division between the Upper and Lower Kern Rivers.

Recreation

The focal point of this year-round campground is Lake Isabella, where campers can swim, water ski, windsurf and more. The lake is known for trout fishing during the colder months, offering anglers a variety of species, including black and white crappie, bluegill, catfish and largemouth bass.

Natural Features

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.

Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (760) 376-1269.

Nearby Attractions

The campground provides a great base for day trips to the Trail of a Hundred Giants and numerous Sequoia groves in the Giant Sequoia National Monument. You cannot access Sequoia National Park with a day trip. The Giant Sequoia Mercantile offers a wide variety of books, maps, gifts, local art, camping supplies and other merchandise.

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Location

Pioneer Point is located in California

Detail location of campground

Directions

From Bakersfield, California, take Highway 178 east to the town of Lake Isabella. From Lake Isabella take 155 north about 1.5 miles to Pioneer Point Campground.

Coordinates

35.65021 N
118.486713 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
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  • WiFi
    Available
  • Verizon
    Unknown
  • AT&T
    Good
  • T-Mobile
    Available

Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)
  • Group

Features

For Campers

  • Market
  • Trash
  • Picnic Table
  • Reservable
  • Drinking Water
  • Toilets
  • Pets
  • Fires

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Reviewed Aug. 14, 2020

Not far from stores

Been here once because other campgrounds were full. Before it used to be closed to the public but now it is opened. This camp offers fish cleaning station, it has a playground for kids, portable restrooms, picnic sites with a fire pit. It has many areas with trees which offers plenty of shade. It gets crowded in the summer. If you don’t like being around people I don’t recommend any of these camps or that are reservable because you will come across a lot of campers. Try heading up North to disperse campgrounds, they are more secluded away from people but close to wildlife lol. Be aware. Other than that 25 a night and holidays it is $27. Not bad for a night or two. It is close to lake Isabella and also close to town which has plenty of stores Vons, Taco Bell, liquor stores, Gas station and more.

  • Review photo of Pioneer Point by Jessica P., August 14, 2020
  • Review photo of Pioneer Point by Jessica P., August 14, 2020
  • Review photo of Pioneer Point by Jessica P., August 14, 2020
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Frequently Asked Questions

  • How much does it cost to camp at Pioneer Point?

    Camping at Pioneer Point can cost between $34.00 and $36.00 depending on the site.

  • What is the max vehicle length at Pioneer Point?

    Pioneer Point allows vehicles up to 30 feet.

  • Are fires allowed at Pioneer Point?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Pioneer Point, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

  • Is there cell phone reception at Pioneer Point?

    According to campers on TheDyrt.com, Verizon signal is unknown, AT&T is good, and T-Mobile is available.

  • How hard is it to get a campsite at Pioneer Point?

    Some campers book as far as 6 months in advance, so on high-demand weekends it can be very difficult to get a campsite at Pioneer Point. If you want to get a last-minute campsite at Pioneer Point, try setting up a text message Alert atTheDyrt.com/alerts

  • Why is it so hard to get a campsite at Pioneer Point?

    There are 75 campsites at Pioneer Point and over 80 million Americans who camp! Try snagging a cancellation by setting up a text message Alert atTheDyrt.com/alerts