What are the hours and season for Headquarters?

Headquarters is open May through October. Check-in: 2:00 PM. Check-out: 12:00 PM.

What amenities does Headquarters have?

Headquarters amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Drinking Water. Hookups: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs..

How do I book a campsite at Headquarters?

Headquarters is a federal campground — book at Recreation.gov (search "Headquarters"). Sites are released 6 months in advance and sell out quickly. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/headquarters to be notified the moment a site opens up.

Headquarters

Sequoia National Forest — riverside

KERNVILLE, CA4.2 (265)

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Headquarters Campground is situated along the Kern River, 6 miles north of the town of Kernville. Hiking, fishing, kayaking and rafting are popular activities.Headquarters Campground offers a mix of standard, RV and tent-only sites. 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 2,800 feet in an open area overlooking the Kern Wild and Scenic River.

Things to do nearby

Sequoia National ForestKern RiverKern Wild and Scenic River

Best For

BoatersFamilies

Site Types

TentRV

Amenities

Fire Rings

Picnic Tables

Vault Toilets

Drinking Water

Check-in

2:00 PM

Check-out

12:00 PM

Season

May through October

Max/site

6 people

Known Issues

Federal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.

Cancellation Policy

Recreation.gov: full refund if cancelled 7+ days before arrival. $10 cancellation fee applies.

Frequently asked questions

How much does Headquarters cost per night?+

Headquarters costs $36–$111 per night depending on site type and season. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.

What season is Headquarters open?+

Headquarters is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

Does Headquarters have hookups?+

No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.

What is the maximum RV length at Headquarters?+

Headquarters can accommodate RVs up to 30 feet long.

How do I make reservations at Headquarters?+

Headquarters is a federal campground — reservations open 6 months in advance at Recreation.gov. Sites sell out quickly. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.

How far is Headquarters from the nearest town?+

Headquarters is located in KERNVILLE, CA. Check the map above for distance to nearby services.

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