South Lake, California
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Top Camping Spots in and near South Lake
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Kernville, California
Camp at Lower Springhill
The Lower Springhill Campground is a primitive campsite situated along the Kern River in the southern area of Sequoia National Forest. Since this is a primitive campground, there is no potable water, bathrooms or garbage service. You must pack out what you bring in.The campground is easily access...Read more -
Kern County, California
Walker Pass Campground Trail
1.84 mi / 240 ft gainWalker Pass Campground Trail is an out-and-back trail where you may see wildflowers located near Onyx, California.Read more -
Kernville, California
Dispersed Camp along Salmon Creek in Sequoia NF
There are several dispersed campsites found throughout the Sequoia National Forest. The majority can be found by driving on any of the OHV accessible roads. This particular campsite can be found at coordinates 35.89759, -118.4628. In order to get to the campsite, use Google Maps to get you to the...Read more -
Bakersfield, California
Oak Flat Lookout
4.0/ 80 ft gainSpend a few nights under the stars in a unique piece of outdoor history. The Oak Flat Lookout, constructed in 1934, was once staffed by rangers providing critical wild life management services on watch for wildfires in the surrounding Sequoia National Forest through the 1980s. The Oak Flat lookou...Read more -
Camp Nelson, California
Fly Fish the Kern River above the Johnsondale Bridge
5.04 mi / 100 ft gainCheck in at the local fly fishing shop in Kernville to check the latest status, then continue up the 20 mile stretch of Mountain Hwy 99 until you cross the Johnsondale Bridge. Park, pack, then begin your 30-45 minute hike up the trail before setting your rod.After you're finished, stop by the Ker...Read more -
Porterville, California
Camp at Redwood Meadow
Situated right across the street from the stunning Trail of 100 Giants, Redwood Meadows features 13 spacious campsites adjacent to a picturesque meadow. There are picnic tables, fire rings, and six yurt sites available for those who wish to bring some of the great indoors outside. Pit toilets ar...Read more -
Kern County, California
Camp Under Red Rock Canyon
Red Rock Canyon is a must stop for those driving along Highway 14 between the Owens and Antelope Valleys. The park is located where the southernmost tip of the Sierra Nevada converge with the El Paso Range and features scenic desert cliffs, buttes, and spectacular rock formations. Each tributary ...Read more -
Inyo County, California
Fossil Falls Trail
4.30.58 mi / 43 ft gainFossil Falls is located east of Highway 395, a few miles south of Coso Junction, 45 min north of Ridgecrest. There is Bureau of Land Management sign pointing the way, but it is small, faded, and easy to miss, so be on the lookout. After about a mile drive on a marked dirt road, you'll reach the ...Read more