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    Kern River's Edge Campground

    4.3 (203 reviews)
    Open 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Brian H.

    This is a very nice campground. It's clean, safe, quiet, and well organized. Showers offer hot water. Showers are clean. Restrooms are clean. Campground is shaded with direct access to the Kern River. It's very convenient. Love the store. Love the camp host. Camp host will bring you firewood and ice. Camp host keeps the campground clean and safe. I slept very well here. I enjoyed my time. Great spot for a few nights. I recommend this campground.

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    Jules B.

    My first time camping at Kern River's Edge Campground and I'd come back here again, despite the few hiccups. My friends called and obtained last minute reservations a week before our scheduled trip. Thank goodness they had a spot available. Campsites here are slightly more pricey than other areas, but well worth it for the "extras". We arrived late and did NOT have a welcome package waiting for us at check-in station, therefore we had to figure out the code to drive into the first gate. We're smart cookies and figured out the code, of course. Once we found our site, the camp host greeted us 30 min to 1 hour later. Forgetting the guys name, but he was friendly, talkative and easy going. Campsite comes with a picnic table and fire pit and room to park 2 cars. LOVE the flushing toilets, running water from the sinks as well as the coin operated showers here (so don't forget to bring quarters). Running river nearby with a game area (giant connect four) out there too. As I'd take my family to come glamping here soon.

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    Jacqui Y.

    This was initially planned during spring break however with the way weather was that time, snow and rain were expected as well extreme cold- truly not for our toddlers- we felt it best to reschedule: initially we were not allowed to but we have children toddler age and younger with us that they were able to permit with additional fee. So finally we rescheduled in the first week of May and the weather was just right. Cold but comfortable at night and hot during the day - enough to explore the water but a little too cold to swim. Rafting season was in as well as fishing and that was what our weekend was about! The campsite was generally clean and maintained well. Ofcourse there was sand and dust that was expected but the facilities in general were great. There are restrooms and showers with hot water (coin and timed however which with the amount paid, and code to access given, anyway, should come already with the price- which is the only set back)'were clean. They had water to access everywhere as well as sinks built all around to use for washing hands, dishes, etc. They also have port-a-potty's accessible aside from the restrooms. There is a shop that sells food like ice cream, candies and snacks and drinks, ice, firewood and a gift shop where you check in. The staff was great. Helpful and checked in often. The people we were camping with had an issue and lost their key and the hosts went above what was expected and called the rafting companies and other vendors that were in the area to assist us in finding keys and getting a locksmith over to help. Overall the experience was great and we were already making plans for our return!

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    Letitia H.

    We just got back from camping at MRA had a BLAST!! The campsite was clean, the bathroom were always clean, the river was ahhhmazing, everything was PERFECT! We had camp sites 8 and 10 and those two sites accommodated all of our 6 tents. The benches they have at each site came in handy too. We were also able to have a campfire, which the kids and grown-up enjoyed. This campsite is privately owned so you can have a campfire even when its fire season. The camp host are also very accommodating, they have a phone number for you to call and you can get ice or fire wood delivered right to you. Our campsites were also very close to the river and you could hear the river flowing while your in your tent. Our boys also got up early and snagged the best spot on the river for our camping crew. I highly recommend MRA/Kern Rivers Edge campgrounds. Everything was perfect and we cannot wait to go back and reserved a site for Sept. 2022.

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    Adeena S.

    Stayed at the lofty oak and had an extra site close by for our other friend's tents. Overall very clean campsite with great access to the river. Be mindful that there's only one building of flushing toilets located in the middle of the grounds and the rest are all porta-potty's scattered around for sites on the outside. They have ice and fire wood ready to go at the host site which is really nice and convenient. The river was at perfect levels for just chilling and tubing so that was a great plus. We also ventured into town for some groceries and to test out the local saloon and brewery. Lofty Oak site is good for 2-4 people/ we used the deck as a hangout spot (be careful about the red ant infestation tho!) and put one tent plus the picnic table and our food set up there. Comes with one outlet and a little hose. Might want to bring extra lights that you can plug in.

    Jenny L.

    Excellent service and the campground was very clean. I had arrived at the campground on a Saturday afternoon and was able to get a river front campsite. There were enough space in between campsites to provide some bit of privacy. The bathrooms were clean and well stocked.

    I wish I could give more stars!!!! Kern Rivers Edge is a must camp destination. Owners John and Rhonda were so helpful and welcoming, their staff on site were always available and quick to help with any needs. The campground itself was immaculate and clean. top notch facilities. They went above and beyond creating spaces for games "Bud's Grove" and "Pavillion" for large parties. River access was easy. Our group "Trail Mixer" had a blast and we will now be regulars. Do not pass this campground by book asap you will not be disappointed. Happy Camper Destiny

    The lofty Oak
    Adrian C.

    Clean showers and restrooms open 24/7 and the staff is really helpful and friendly. The little office/store has lots of last minute thing and you can even get ice or firewood delivered to your camp site .

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    Jason R.

    Went for a family camping trip. Good times. Clean showers and restrooms. We were on a double camp site named sandy beach with a river view, it was relaxing and very enjoyable. The weather was perfect. The workers are cool. Ice and fire bundles for sale there. Standard pricing. Easy access for rv and trailers. Just be care if there's been any recent floods. Definitely a place to chill and check out with the family. Small grounds, easy to get around. Usual lights out at 10pm. Only critters we encountered were skunks.

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    Ricardo D.

    First family camping trip since COVID hit. Check in was easy enough, but asking staff about any activities you receive eye rolls and sighs. Campsites are exposed to the sun offering very little shade during the day, bring an easy up. They do sell wood and ice on site. The bathrooms require a code and you must wear a wrist band for some reason (although no one checks if your wearing one) Music must be turned off by 10pm, which really kills the mood. Checking out is easy and they even offer a campsite "review" to avoid any hidden fees the staff said. I would recommend the campsite a little down the road. Friendly staff there!

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    Fantastic place! Extremely clean and the staff is top notch. We had a blast there and will definitely be back.

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    I love this place , my family and I go here all of the time and we always have a fun time together !

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    Hidden gem, close to water, family friendly, clean, attentive staff, ice and firewood can easily be purchased and brought to your campsite.

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    Ask the Community - Kern River's Edge Campground

    How is the cell phone service? do you have WIFI?

    If you have AT&T it’s great. But most works anyway

    Can I have more than 8 people in the campsite? and how big is the campsite?

    The standard site holds 6 people. The double site holds 12.

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