Goldledge Campground
Goldledge Campground is situated along the Kern River, 10 miles north of the town of Kernville. Hiking, fishing, kayaking and rafting are popular activities.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 27 |
| Walk-in | 9 |
| Host/management | 1 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 30 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
36 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Water / sewer | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 002 | Standard | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | No / No | 6 / 1 | Yes |
| 003 | Standard | Back-in | 20 | Gravel | No / No | 6 / 1 | Yes |
| 004 | Standard | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | No / No | 6 / 1 | Yes |
| 005 | Standard | Back-in | 20 | Gravel | No / No | 6 / 1 | Yes |
| 006 | Walk-in | Back-in | Paved | No / No | 6 / 1 | Yes | |
| 007 | Walk-in | Back-in | Paved | No / No | 6 / 1 | Yes | |
| 008 | Walk-in | Back-in | Paved | No / No | 6 / 1 | Yes | |
| 009 | Walk-in | Back-in | Paved | No / No | 6 / 1 | Yes | |
| 010 | Walk-in | Back-in | Paved | No / No | 6 / 1 | Yes | |
| 011 | Walk-in | Back-in | Paved | No / No | 6 / 1 | Yes |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Max vehicle length | 30 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
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.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Status | Closed for the season. Forest Service sites close for the season; check the official page for the reopening date. |
| Season | May to September |
| Forest | Sequoia National Forest |
| Booking | This site can be reserved by calling Toll Free 1-877-444-6777 (International 518-885-3639 or TDD 877-833-6777) or on-line at Goldledge Campground, Sequoia National Forest - Recreation.gov. |
| Fees | $34 per site/nights. $8 for additional vehicles. |
| Rules | No camping or campfires outside designated campsites. |
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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.
| Nearest town | Kernville, California |
| Coordinates | 35.8739° N, 118.4565° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- WildfireCyrus
12 mi from the campground · 543 acres · 95% contained
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 15.5 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Triple Crown Outfitters ↗ | 21.4 mi |
| RV sales & service | Lindustries RV Service ↗ | 45.7 mi |
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Worth a stop
The Cannell Meadow National Recreation Trail begins just north of Kernville. The trail stretches 11.5 miles as it climbs through mixed pine and fir forest to Cannell Meadow and a historic Forest Service cabin built between 1904 and 1909. Hikers are awarded beautiful views of the Kern River Valley along the trip. Visitors enjoy making day trips to Sequoia National Park and Giant Sequoia National Monument.
- 1.3 miCorral Creek Picnic Site ↗Day use
- 6.3 mi
- 11.8 miCyrus Canyon Ohv Park ↗OHV / range
- 12.1 miCyrus Canyon Shooting Range ↗OHV / range
- 12.4 miTillie Creek Launch Ramp Boating Site ↗Boat launch
- 13.9 miStine Cove Fishing Site ↗Fishing site
Trails nearby
- 1.4 miRincon ↗19.5 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 1 more
- 2.9 miSalmon Creek ↗5.8 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 3 miBaker Point1.2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 3.9 miFlynn Canyon3.9 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 4.2 miTobias Creek ↗7.1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 1 more
- 4.3 miPacksaddle2.3 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
Trail and trailhead records are the Forest Service's. Distances are straight-line to the nearer trail end. Trail conditions are not tracked here.
Public land it sits in
This campground sits inside Sequoia National Forest.
- inSequoia National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 1,160,053 acres
- 6.6 miDomeland Wilderness ↗Wilderness · BLM/FS · 133,720 acres
Each unit is published as a centre point and an acreage rather than a boundary, so this section stands it in for a circle of the same area. Whether a campground is inside, and how far it is from one it is outside, are both approximate.
Other campgrounds nearby
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Natural features
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. Gray pine, scrub oak, grasses and shrubs cling to steep, canyon walls along the river, and cottonwoods and willows dot the riverbanks. Sequoia National Forest, located at the southern end of the Sierra Nevada in central California, is named for the giant sequoia, the world's largest tree, which grows in more than 30 groves on the forest's lower slopes. The forest comprises about 1.1 million acres. Elevations range from about 1,000 to 12,000 feet, creating precipitous canyons and mountain streams with spectacular waterfalls such as Salmon Creek Falls and Grizzly Falls.
Recreation
Hiking, fishing, kayaking and rafting are popular activities in the Upper Kern River area.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Goldledge Campground?
Sites at Goldledge Campground are reservable on Recreation.gov. This site can be reserved by calling Toll Free 1-877-444-6777 (International 518-885-3639 or TDD 877-833-6777) or on-line at Goldledge Campground, Sequoia National Forest - Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Goldledge Campground?
$34 per site/nights. $8 for additional vehicles.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Goldledge Campground?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is Goldledge Campground open right now?
Closed for the season as of Oct 16, 2026. Season May to September.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Goldledge Campground have?
37 sites, including 27 standard sites without power and 9 walk-in sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Goldledge Campground?
The longest site here provides 30 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Are pets allowed at Goldledge Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Goldledge Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Goldledge Campground?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. As of 2026-10-16, there is 1 active fire within 50 miles, so check current restrictions before you light one. No camping or campfires outside designated campsites.
Source: Fire nearby
What is the nearest town to Goldledge Campground?
Kernville, California. The Cannell Meadow National Recreation Trail begins just north of Kernville.
Source: Getting there
What if Goldledge Campground is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Hospital Flat (3.2 mi), Chico Flat Dispersed Camping (3.5 mi, first-come), and Thunderbird Group Campground (4.1 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby