Goldledge Campground

Sequoia National Forest — riverside

Location: KERNVILLE, CA, CA

Price: From $36 per night

Rating: 3.9 out of 5 (54 reviews)

Season: May through October

Goldledge Campground is situated along the Kern River, 10 miles north of the town of Kernville. Hiking, fishing, kayaking and rafting are popular activities.For facility specific information, please call (760) 376-1269.The campground offers single-family sites, some of which are designated for walk-to tent camping only. Picnic tables and campfire rings are provided, as are vault toilets and drinking water.The campground sits within Sequoia National Forest at an elevation of 3,200 feet in an open

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Drinking Water

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/goldledge-campground to be notified when sites open up.

Goldledge Campground sits along the Kern River with popular activities including hiking, fishing, kayaking, and rafting. Campers praise the riverside location and swimming holes, with a 4.2/5 rating from 89 Google reviews.

Wildlife alert: American Black Bear, Mountain Lion, Northern Pacific Rattlesnake, California Spotted Owl, and California Mountain Kingsnake present in the area.

Insider tips for Goldledge Campground: Book early — this is a popular federal campground that fills quickly. Bring your own water and waste systems; no hookups available at most sites. The rock jumping and swimming hole are popular with visitors.

Skip Goldledge Campground if: You need RV hookups — only self-contained RVs are suitable.. You require modern bathroom facilities — vault toilets only.. You're visiting outside May through October — seasonal closures apply..

Best time to visit Goldledge Campground: May through October — Campground operates seasonally during these months only..

Nearby campgrounds: Hospital Flat (Kernville, CA), Thunderbird Group Campground (KERNVILLE, CA), Fairview Campground (KERNVILLE, CA), Camp Three Campground (KERNVILLE, CA).

Cell Phone Coverage at Goldledge Campground

Cell signal at Goldledge Campground (KERNVILLE, CA): none overall signal based on FCC broadband data.

Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.

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KERNVILLE, CA, CA★ 3.9 (54 reviews)From $36/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Goldledge Campground is situated along the Kern River, 10 miles north of the town of Kernville. Hiking, fishing, kayaking and rafting are popular activities.For facility specific information, please call (760) 376-1269.The campground offers single-family sites, some of which are designated for walk-to tent camping only. Picnic tables and campfire rings are provided, as are vault toilets and drinking water.The campground sits within Sequoia National Forest at an elevation of 3,200 feet in an open area with limited shade, overlooking the Kern Wild and Scenic River.

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Verified facts

RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
Max RV30 ft
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

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Essentials
Fire RingsDrinking Water
Recreation
Picnic Tables
Family & Pets
Vault Toilets

Straight talk

CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reports

Known issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.

Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
Skip it if:✕ You need RV hookups — only self-contained RVs are suitable.✕ You require modern bathroom facilities — vault toilets only.✕ You're visiting outside May through October — seasonal closures apply.

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a popular federal campground that fills quickly.

Bring your own water and waste systems; no hookups available at most sites.

The rock jumping and swimming hole are popular with visitors.

Best: May through October

Campground operates seasonally during these months only.

Things to do nearby

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Cell signal

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4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 0%
AT&T
4G · 0%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: American Black Bear, Mountain Lion, Northern Pacific Rattlesnake, California Spotted Owl, and California Mountain Kingsnake present in the area.

Location

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Getting there →

From Bakersfield, take Highway 178 east to Lake Isabella. From Lake Isabella, take Highway 155 around the west side of the lake to the town of Kernville. From Kernville, go 10 miles north on Sierra Way (Mountain 99) to the campground.

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Pro tips

  • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Sequoia National Forest fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at Sequoia National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.

Frequently asked questions

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How much does Goldledge Campground cost per night?+
Goldledge Campground costs $36 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Goldledge Campground open?+
Goldledge Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Goldledge Campground have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Goldledge Campground?+
Goldledge Campground can accommodate RVs up to 30 feet.
How do I make reservations at Goldledge Campground?+
Goldledge Campground is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
What is the cell service like at Goldledge Campground?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Goldledge Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Goldledge Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
Goldledge Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

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$36 /night★ 3.9 (54)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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