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Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
09/17/2022
A level paved road traverses through the camping area.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
09/17/2022
Sites are well maintained, with an active onsite camp host.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
09/17/2022
Sites are basic, containing a picnic bench, fire pit and food lockers.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
09/17/2022
Water is available from several spigots throughout the campground.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
09/17/2022
Headquarters Campground.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
09/17/2022
The Kern River is slow as it passes by Headquarters Campground, making it a good place for families to wade into the water.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
09/17/2022
A small sandy beach area near Site 20.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
09/17/2022
The campground has two yurts available for rent.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
09/17/2022
Old wooden outhouse structures are spread throughout the camping area.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
09/17/2022
Headquarters Campground is the nearest Forest Service campground to the town of Kernville.