What a beautiful area with lots to do. The lake is ready for all of your outdoor adventures: paddle…read moreboarding, kayaking, boating, inner tubes, sand volleyball, swimming and fishing. They offer both greenery and sand. A few metal toy structures to play on. Bathrooms available. Come enjoy the beauty of the water and islands. Enjoy some serenity.

Just an FYI for 7/15/25: The lake has experienced a large die off of fish due to the high…read moretemperatures both outside and in water. The lake has lost its oxygen, which has caused this situation. They are in the process of removing the fish off shoreline. The lake is closed for swimming and boating today. Will update if more time is needed. 7/15/25

I bought a 2026 2 pole fresh water fishing license from Ben, he was real cool knew a lot about what…read morewas going on in the hunting and fishing world.. I picked up a few other items to help me land a monster and win our pool up in the June lake loop area next week. The store looked great and was packed with quality merchandise for all your fishing adventures. Prices are competitive along with outstanding service from the Copes staff.

Had a great experience with Tod! My fiancé is new to fishing and Tod taught him the ropes…read more(physically and metaphorically) You can tell he enjoys what his does rather than it being a job. We will definitely visit again for fishing advice

So far I've done a good number of guided trips with Brad, last weekend I brought my 14 year-old…read morenephew who was an avid saltwater fisherman. Brad was amazing, so patient instructing my nephew how to Wade Fly Fish, with Brad's tutelage my nephew netted five fish and hooked into a total of nine, absolutely amazing for his first day and he had such a good time.

Absolutely WONDERFUL experience. Brad is incredibly knowledgeable, patient, and funny. When I first…read moretried to book with him, instead of taking my money and agreeing to my dates, he was honest about the water conditions and fishing. They weren't biting. Instead he told me he'd reach out when conditions were ripe, and that's exactly what he did. He earned my respect right there. Got our new date and hs expertise paid off. My husband and I both caught our first fish on a fly rod. Such a great day. If you're unsure, DONT'T BE!! He's your guy. Seriously. Book.him today.

Woke up one morning and decided I needed some time to journal and enjoy the outdoors. I brought a…read morechair and sat by the lake for four hours. It was chilly but so beautiful. It was just me and a couple people fishing on the other side of the lake. I was basically by myself and it was heaven. It is $5.00 for a car to get in, no exceptions. When you drive up you will see the tree art, so cool. The sandy area by the lake was clean, no trash. Spots where you park have a picnic bench, perfect place to sit for a nice lunch or dinner. The website states there is no swimming, or activity involving bodily contact with the water. Brite Valley aquatic provides the greater Tehachapi area with domestic and agriculture water supplies. There is a pavilion that can be rented out for parties. $75 a day and $75 cleaning deposit. That includes entry fee for up to 25 vehicles. You will need to book 2 weeks in advance, call the TVRPD district office at 661-822-3228 Great place to have a kids party, playground right next to tables. There is a camp host when you pull up and you will pay them, if they are not in the shack you still need to pay through the drop box.

Had an amazing time. Spacious cites a d great fishing. Very clean. Thank you Don and Don! Very…read morefriendly staff!

Cutest little park in Stallion Springs! There's a small lake, a playground, a few picnic spots that…read morehave built-in grills, a patio covering additional tables, rolling hills, boulders, many species of birds, a walking trail across the street, and one of my favorite things up in the area- a covered bridge! The park is open sunrise to sunset and leashed, vaccinated dogs are welcome. While we were picnicking we saw families were using the playground and fishing, people horseback riding, and a couple walking their dogs. It was peaceful and pleasant place to spend the afternoon.

This little hidden gem is located next to our timeshare in Tehachapi and we have been going every…read moremorning for a nature walk. The park has a small kids area and a couple of trails. The lake has beautiful birds and some wild life. We saw plenty of squirrels and ducks. The trails are nicely marked and I believe you can also ride horses in this area. The covered area is a nice area if you are a fisherman as well as the bridge. The second day we hiked up to the top area that has a gazebo and just admired the View. The beauty and serenity of this area is priceless. It really helps you appreciate the small things.

Can't find this place and if it is the right one you have to call before the have someone meet you…read morethere so you can shop

!!!AVOID AT ANY COST!!!…read more This is by far the rudest shopping experience I've ever had in my life. Just because I said "and umm" on the phone 3 times this guy decided to hang up on me (and he admitted it) but when I called back and ask to speak to someone else (obviously he can't stand the way I talk) he just LEFT ME ON THE PHONE!!!!! Who knows maybe he's just "having a bad day"?

A true local store that has everything you need for a great day on the river. The shop manager was…read morewelcoming and gave us a few tips. The had plenty of options at good prices and had an assortment of clinics to try. Now, if you are looking to get into the places the local fish then you'll need a guide. Look no further than Rob Buhler! My son wanted to learn to fly fish for his birthday and I hadn't picked up a rod for 20 years. Rob gave us a fantastic, practical four hour lesson on the river. He took his time teaching fundamentals and made every cast fun. Rob was incredibly knowledgeable about the river, fish, fauna, and the geological history of the area. In addition, he was huge on safety and environmental protection which was a massive positive. Don't think twice about asking for Rob the next time you're in the Kernville area and need a pro. He was so committed to the craft and gave off the vibe of the cool uncle everyone wants to have around. A real gift to the area and we're so glad the shop has folks like him on staff.

Guy's 2-Day Nymphing Clinic. December 2025 I went to the Kern River to spend the weekend fly…read morefishing. My first stop was to the Kern River Fly Shop to get some advice about flies and pick up a few that were working at that time and for the area I intended to fish. While in the shop I opted to sign up for the mailing list to help get reacquainted with the sport. Twenty plus years ago I considered myself a fair fly fisher. Over the years I spent less and less time on the water so when I visited last December, unsurprisingly, I was seriously out of practice. I spent time practicing my cast but needed help in an area I have always struggled with, nymph fishing. The shop sends out emails about various clinics so I signed up for the two day clinic and it was worth it. Guy started by going over the basics including key knots to set up our nymph leaders then building them for ourselves and before lunch we were out testing them out. After lunch more knowledge shared and more fishing. The class was small, five of us, and I felt he spent time with each us zeroing in on what each of us needed both in the water and out. We all walked away with a booklet he provided with key info including the knots, leaders, entomology of the area, and more. We also were provided the leaders and some other goodies and most importantly for me, a MUCH better understanding of nymph casting techniques, the skills to identify the right fly and an added bonus some great placed to fish on the Kern. Last but surely not least, Guy is really personable. He is easy to get along with, has a great sense of humor and most importantly adept at communicating what he knows. I walked away with a full tool kit of skills and am now considering his surf clinic. I live not far from the beach and had never considered saltwater fly fishing, but I am now. A final goodie I got to share with family and friends, a video he posted (with my expressed permission): https://youtube.com/shorts/4Xxio-4EoD0?si=65rLSPFaFBBP1jX6

Capt JT was a fantastic guide. I came from MN to take my son and 2 grandsons on their first pacific…read morecharter fish. The youngest is 4 and Capt JT was so awesome with both boys. We saw a lot of fish we have never seen before and had a very memorable day. Thank you Capt JT for helping us make amazing memories together.

There's not enough that can be said about fishing with Capt. JT!…read more1st, just out of the harbor you'll know you're safe and on the way to an incredible experience. Then, relax while your knowledgeable captain cruises you along out to the islands. Your choice or his for what you're targeting, but you'll enjoy the day either way. This was our 3rd trip with Capt. JT and there will be many more.

Great Captain and crew in the Thunderbird! Jeff, Carmello, Jose, and Jared all provide great…read moreservice and put us on the fish.

Best day ever caught my first yellowtail 15# Won the…read morejackpot. Was there with my son and my brother we had a blast got plenty of fish thank you to the captain and crew for making it all possible we were abord the freelance on Wednesday 26 of August. Already planing the next trip can't wait so much action thank you again

Booked a whale watching trip for the family on a weekday. The boat was half empty, it was not…read morecrowded at all. They had food and drinks on board to purchase. We tried the breakfast burrito and it was okay, not anything great. That's not surprising. The boat was decent, not rundown or dirty. Just getting a little older. Bathrooms were available on board. Service was good. We saw some finback whales, a sun fish and a lot of dolphins. It was pretty overcast and gray when we started. But the sun came out eventually.

We went out on the Speed Twin. This one is good for nullifying the choppy water (and it was). We…read moredid the half day. The deck hands were flying around the boat helping everyone. That was great. It was $115 per person and $40 for the rod, reel, and bait rental. Well worth it. We came home with about 12 lbs of fillets. Mostly ocean white fish. Some bass and sculpin. Will definitely go out again. Good job, guys!