Whether you're an RVer or tent camper, Lake Isabella, CA is a great place to post up for the weekend—or longer. Lake Isabella is a great camping destination for everyone. There are tons of nearby hikes, adventurous activities, and sights to see. Discover great camping spots near Lake Isabella, reviewed by campers like you.
$45 - $75 / night
"Dog friendly. My lab went swimming everyday. There is also a creek that runs through the campground. Lots of nearby hiking. Lake Isabella is close as well."
"We tent camped and our site was close to the rv hook up sites. The rv sites have two different sizes and hookups. Tent sites had access to running water."
"We love lake Isabella and just discovered this free camp spot right on the beach…"
"Toilets and trash at entrance. The dam is being rebuilt so the water is real low. Easy to drive along the beach until nobody else is around."
$39 - $340 / night
"All sites are well kept, with access to clean bathrooms and coin operated showers. Staff is friendly and available when needed. Prices are a tad high but expected with a clean upscale Campground."
"Lots of kids and dog friendly. The WIFI was good to stream TV and ATT cell service was good too. The sites had power, water and cable TV hook up. There is a dump station in the campground."
"You can park RVs right next to the water but it gets very busy, there are more secluded spots accessible to even Class A rigs further down."
"Access to the river is closed as of 26 January, still plenty of dispersed places down the road to camp. Bathrooms and trash dump and lots of trails to ride bikes!"
$34 - $136 / night
"The Campsite is near Lake Isabella, along the Kern River. We visited on a non Holyday April week day and it was pretty empty so it was quiet and peaceful."
"Booked a site at lake Isabella but it was ugly and windy. Went to look for a better campground and found this gem on the Kern River just a short bit away."
$28 - $30 / night
"A great place to relax in the heat right down the road from Lake Isabella. They have a wonderful pool and splash pad for the kids. The staff was amazing! They have pizza and a small bar to relax in."
"Close to lake Isabella and all of the Kern. Great for last minute reservations too, online booking works"
$34 - $36 / night
"What I loved was being able to drive up literally set up camp right at the lakeside. Fellow campers were really nice, and I had no issues."
"The campground is super clean and nice and right on the lake. Clean bathrooms and clean shower house here."
$50 - $125 / night
"Has showers and is walking distance to Kernville park and town stores and restaurants.
This campground is known for the epic live music weekend parties and events! "
"I always camp near the river, there are plenty of walk ways to get down there to relax."
$10 / night
"Translation: Cheap, very friendly welcome, simple, park dispersed, on the edge of the lake with a view of the mountains. No electricity but toilets and water."
"Not so crowded and near a small town. Just 12$ per night."
ScoutA great place to relax in the heat right down the road from Lake Isabella. They have a wonderful pool and splash pad for the kids. The staff was amazing! They have pizza and a small bar to relax in. Most of the sites have shaded trees. They do movie nights and pancakes on certain days. A wonderful little place.
LegendPROS: walking distance to lake Isabella, awesome views. Beautiful sunrise and sunset. RVs, Trailers and tents are welcome, big spaces available. This camp has drinking water, toilets, dump station and a playground for kids. Great for family vacation.
CONs: not too much shade.
ScoutStayed at Rivernook for 5 nights in site 430. Had hookups. The site was riverfront and the water was flowing. Watched rafters and kayakers go by. Dog friendly. My lab went swimming everyday. There is also a creek that runs through the campground. Lots of nearby hiking. Lake Isabella is close as well. The town of Kernville is 2 minutes away with anything you might need. It was my first trip to the area but I plan to return!
GuideWe love lake Isabella and just discovered this free camp spot right on the beach…
GuideOverall nice site with full hookups & wi-fi/cell. Had a nice shade tree but it can be real sunny without one. Laundry right on site! Close to lake Isabella and all of the Kern. Great for last minute reservations too, online booking works
GuideThe Campsite is near Lake Isabella, along the Kern River. We visited on a non Holyday April week day and it was pretty empty so it was quiet and peaceful. The campsite is in a canyon surrounded by mountains and trees. There are fire rings, tables and grills and fore most spots you park next/near to your tent. There are also toilets. We really enjoyed climbing rocks along the river.
LegendEven at 3,000 feet it can get very very hot here. Good thing it is at Lake Isabella so you can cool off! Feels great to take a dip!
TravelerI love pitching a tent and waking up to a beautiful lake especially when your right on the water! First come first serve and Launching access anywhere pretty much! Kernville lake Isabella is the place!
TravelerBooked a site at lake Isabella but it was ugly and windy. Went to look for a better campground and found this gem on the Kern River just a short bit away. Beautiful sites next the the refreshing Kern River. Couldn’t have worked out any better!
Camping with your furry friends near Lake Isabella, California, offers a fantastic opportunity to explore the great outdoors while enjoying the company of your pets. With several pet-friendly campgrounds in the area, you can create lasting memories together.
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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular dog-friendly campground near Lake Isabella, CA is Rivernook Campground with a 4.2-star rating from 27 reviews.
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