Kernville, CA

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Rafting the Kern River. Even though this year has been dry in California, there's still enough water for some fun. #weekendgetaway
Rafting the Kern River. Even though this year has been dry in California, there's still enough water for some fun. #weekendgetaway
Drought sucks
I was sitting on top of a rocky hill over looking Isabella lake waiting for the sunrise when I noticed the sun shining between the rock and bush. #Golden #lonecoyotestudio #nealdodson Photo By: Neal Dodson Lone Coyote Studio
Sunset on the Upper Kern, July 3, 2015
The Kern Lodge

The Kern Lodge

2 out of 5
67 Valley View Drive Kernville CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AED 497 per night from Feb 16 to Feb 17
AED 497
AED 566 total
16 Feb - 17 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this cabin in Kernville. Enjoy free WiFi, daily housekeeping, and cable TV channels. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (696 reviews)
Guy at the desk very helpful, and price very good too, definitely will stay there more days if we come this way.

Reviewed on 4 January 2026

The Kern Lodge
Whispering Pines Lodge

Whispering Pines Lodge

2.5 out of 5
13745 Sierra Way Kernville CA
The price is AED 411 per night from Jan 22 to Jan 23
AED 411
AED 435 total
22 Jan - 23 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Kernville. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (227 reviews)
The room was spotless. Nice view loved it. The family loved. It had a great time. Went on a nature walk to the river would definitely come back again.

Reviewed on 29 December 2025

Whispering Pines Lodge
Quiet Mind Lodge Retreat & Spa Sequoias

Quiet Mind Lodge Retreat & Spa Sequoias

3 out of 5
100 Mountain Hwy 99 Kernville CA
Book a stay at this spa lodge in Kernville. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Kern River Valley Historical Society and The ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (88 reviews)
Clean room

Reviewed on 9 January 2026

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The Kern Lodge

The Kern Lodge

2 out of 5
67 Valley View Drive Kernville CA
Stay at this cabin in Kernville. Enjoy free WiFi, daily housekeeping, and cable TV channels. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (696 reviews)
Guy at the desk very helpful, and price very good too, definitely will stay there more days if we come this way.

Reviewed on 4 January 2026

The Kern Lodge
SoCal Camping

SoCal Camping

1 out of 5
Mountain Hwy 99 Kernville CA
Stay at this campground in Kernville. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a private beach.
8/10 Very Good! (30 reviews)
The cabins and restrooms where Super clean and the girls where super nice. Just remember that your glamping so you still have to be careful about leaving out food and trash in your room.

Reviewed on 29 September 2025

SoCal Camping
BEAUTIFUL, REMODELED HOME WITH EASY ACCESS TO LAKE AND RIVER - PET FRIENDLY

BEAUTIFUL, REMODELED HOME WITH EASY ACCESS TO LAKE AND RIVER - PET FRIENDLY

Kernville CA
Stay at this vacation home in Kernville. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Kern River Valley Historical Society and The Kern ...
10/10 Exceptional! (30 reviews)
Great place to stay!! All nicely remodeled will definitely stay here again!

Reviewed on 2 November 2025

BEAUTIFUL, REMODELED HOME WITH EASY ACCESS TO LAKE AND RIVER - PET FRIENDLY
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Popular places to visit

Kern River Valley Historical Society

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Kern River Valley Historical Society in Kernville. Wander the riverfront in this relaxing area.

Kern River Valley Historical Society

Sierra South Mountain Sports

Enjoy an outing to Sierra South Mountain Sports during your stay in Kernville. Wander the riverfront in this relaxing area.

Sierra South Mountain Sports

Brush Creek

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Brush Creek during your travels in Kernville. Wander the riverfront in this relaxing area.

Brush Creek

Dry Meadow Creek

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Dry Meadow Creek during your travels in Kernville. Wander the riverfront in this relaxing area.

Dry Meadow Creek

Cannell Trail

You can take time to visit Cannell Trail during your travels to Kernville. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.

Cannell Trail

Kernville Chamber of Commerce

After visiting Kernville Chamber of Commerce, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kernville. Wander the riverfront in this relaxing area.

Kernville Chamber of Commerce

Reviews of Kernville

4.6
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
77
5 - Excellent 68%
4 - Good
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4 - Good 30%
3 - Okay
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2 - Disappointing
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4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Loved and enjoyed the bubble beach area.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

friendly well kept town. charming. the grocery store was very clean and neat . I like it there

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Would recommend Cheryl’s Diner for breakfast or lunch! Not a lot to do in town, but there are places to hike, camping and water sports available.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Kernville is a nice little town. It's a great place to come and relax, go hiking, rafting and in the winter it's close to the skiing in Alta Sierra.

5/5 - Excellent

JOSEPH

I truly love this place, the people. I want to move here eventually. Maybe in a couple months if I can find somewhere to live.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Kern River beer is amazing!!