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Recreation Region: Kern River Ranger District

Breckenridge Campground

Breckenridge Campground is the only campground on Breckenridge Mountain that offers picnic tables and vault restrooms. This campground is unsuitable for trailers, but offers a rustic experience for camping, hunting, or just exploring.

 

 

General Information

No water. NOT suitable for trailers; Not reservable (developed campsites). Pack out all trash

Know Before You Go! It is your responsibility to plan accordingly and know the closures and restrictions for the area you plan to visit. 

 

May - November

Campfire permits are required for campfires, barbeques, and camp stoves. Permits are available at your local Ranger Station or online at readyforwildfire.org

No fees are required for this site

Free of charge.

6' leash required.

Contact Name: Kern River Ranger District

Contact Phone: 760-376-3781

Photo of the Kern River Ranger District Office

Address: 11380 Kernville Road Kernville, CA 93238
Phone: 760-376-3781
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm Memorial - Labor Day weekend 7 days a week. (Closed on federal holidays)
Office Email: SM.FS.SequoiaNF@usda.gov

Getting There

Latitude / Longitude

Latitude: 35.46734297

Longitude: -118.5808247

Elevation

6,600 ft.

Directions

From Bakersfield, go 30 miles east on Breckenridge Road (Country Road 218/ Forest Road 28S06).

Breckenridge road is paved all the way across Breckenridge mountain, but is narrow in most areas. Roads that fork off of Breckenridge road are dirt forest roads, such as the road that takes you to Breckenridge campground.

Facility and Amenity Information

Restrooms

Restrooms are available at this site.

Water

Potable water is not available at this site.

Be prepared to bring your own drinking water or have a water filter.  Lake, stream or spring water may be contaminated.

Picnic Tables

Picnic tables are available at this site.

Recreation Opportunities

Last updated September 4, 2025