Looking for the best campgrounds near Onyx, CA? There's so much to see and do, from exhilarating hikes or bike rides to exploring the local dining and shopping. Ready to plan your adventure? Check out our campgrounds near Onyx and user-submitted reviews.
$45 - $75 / night
"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 loved this river spot even though we were next to one of the smaller parts rather than the main river. If you can try and get one near the main river as it is more picturesque. "
"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."
"I appreciated the rough feel of the lake and how close the road was. There is a restroom and a dump bin at the entrance which locked this spot in for convenience."
$39 - $340 / night
"Our family has been going to Camp James for over 10 years, and it's easily our favorite campground in California. The campsites are clean, shaded by trees, and it's right on the riverfront."
"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."
"Kern River is a great place in the hot California Desert. This place has everything to make you feel at home."
"Close to lake Isabella and all of the Kern. Great for last minute reservations too, online booking works"
"I spent two days here and only seen a handful of vehicles drive through, mostly US Forest Service trucks. Pack in, pack out."
"To swim in the lake this area connects to Stine Cove campground - via a very soft sandy road - which is also free, has a vault toilet, but is shaded by mountains and less private."
"The red rock canyons surrounding the campground are reminiscent of Arizona or Utah desert. Great for hiking, photography, star gazing, climbing and off roading. Dog friendly."
"We luckily got a site away from the road, so less blowing sand from people driving by.
We were right next to the nature trail, which was great to have to get some exercise and nice views. "
$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."
"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 - $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."
"Each site is private-ish and they won’t be walking through your site to drop in, you’ll just see groups of people float by your area, once they drop in close to the first site on the north end."
"There's great access to the national forest and the little town of Kernville is so cute and friendly."
GuideNice place! Just came to camp a few days very quiet at night, doesn’t get too windy, very convenient to road and many spacious spots around near rocks. I can get up to 3 bars of cell AT&T service in some spots. Has one spot with nice shaded tree which also had a raven nest in there with a baby raven.
GuideFun place to roam around the pinnacles during sun up and sun down! Will get very hot and windy during afternoon and night. Private camp sites, and saw one large site for bigger rigs. No service until you get to about Ridgecrest, so about 10 miles out from the start of the unpaved road with AT&T. Road to pinnacles is about 5 miles of gravely washboard road but gets smoother as you get around pinnacles. Has one vault toilet and informational signs along the road.
ScoutThis area is in the Wild & Scenic Kern River. Camping is only allowed In designated locations. Our site was perfect for our Overlander Suburban with a beautiful view of the river from inside our rig! Free and has trash dumpsters.
GuideQuiet and you feel engulfed in the forest. Road is winding and narrow, takes about 20 min from base of mountain to get there and no service but very beautiful! Lots of other campers and fishing pond near. Chilly near night and morning.
TravelerMy little family & I had a great experience tent camping here at Camp Nelson, Trudy showed lovely hospitality & we made some new friends, the campground is really clean & peaceful. There’s a nice little creek/waterfall on site and pond, we will definitely be coming back.
TravelerHuge ruts in dirt road, there’s room to go around them. Several Joshua Trees .
TravelerFor $32, you can get a site off the river and have a little camping pit and picnic table and you’re around other RVs and it’s good. I opted for locating a self created campsite in the area off the beaten path. It might not be allowed, but I was gone by 7 AM and I was super quiet. And I think that’s the thing if you’re super quiet and you’re gone early then probably not a problem. But if you’re planning to bring your camper to one of those secluded spots and making a lot of noise, then you may want to just get a $32 spot.
TravelerShort drive from 395 and once the road became dirt it was easily navigable in our Promaster. No one else there. Nice wide open views. It was extremely windy with 50+mph gusts which calmed after the sun went down.
ScoutWe stayed at this wonderfull RV Park last week. The park is right on the river, clean and in wonderful condition. There is a sandy beach with water access. The park is right near downtown and you can walk to cafe's, bakery, shops and market. Hope to return soon.
Camping near Onyx, California, offers a mix of stunning landscapes and unique experiences. Whether you're looking for a quiet getaway or an adventure-filled trip, this area has something for everyone.
Camping near Onyx, California, is a fantastic way to enjoy nature and create lasting memories. Just remember to plan ahead and be prepared for the unique conditions of each campground!
Frequently Asked Questions
According to TheDyrt.com, Onyx, CA offers a wide range of camping options, with 161 campgrounds and RV parks near Onyx, CA and 41 free dispersed camping spots.
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Onyx, CA is Rivernook Campground with a 4.2-star rating from 27 reviews.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 41 free dispersed camping spots near Onyx, CA.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 18 parks near Onyx, CA that allow camping, notably Bankhead National Forest and Chugach National Forest.
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