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Chamise Flat Dispersed Campground
About 12 miles north of Kernville, this is a dispersed camping site along the North Fork of the Kern River. No water is available. Portable toilets and trash bins available in the summer months.
At a Glance
| Current Conditions: | For Kern River Ranger District recreation information, please call 760-376-3781. |
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| Fees: | Free of charge. |
| Permit Info: | Campfire Permits required for campfires, barbeques, and camp stoves. Campfires and barbeques may be prohibited during fire restrictions, camp stoves allowed with current California Campfire Permit. Get your FREE Campfire Permit here! |
| Open Season: | Year Round |
| Restrictions: | Camping is allowed at least 25 feet away from the River's edge. Glass containers prohibited. |
| Closest Towns: | Kernville |
| Water: | No |
| Restroom: | Portable Toilets |
| Operated By: | Forest Service |
| Information Center: | Kernville Ranger Station |
Activities
Dispersed Camping
Camping, hiking, fishing, and white water rafting all available in the area. Life jackets are recommended when near the Kern River at all times. Dispersed camping Rules, Regulations, and Tips.
General Info:
DirectionsDrive north from Kernville approximately 12 miles and Chamise Flat will be on the west side of the road.
Parking
Parking at Chamise Flat.
| Status: | Open |
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| Fees: | Free of charge |
| Reservation info: | No Reservations required. |
| Permit: | Campfire permits are required for campfires, barbeques, and camp stoves. |
| Best Season: | Summer |
