The Best Camping in Bakersfield
Looking for the best camping in Bakersfield? We've got you covered with the top trails, trips, hiking, backpacking, camping and more around Bakersfield. The detailed guides, photos, and reviews are all submitted by the Outbound community.
Top camping spots in and near Bakersfield
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Bakersfield, California
Rancheria OHV Road
33.6 mi / 7752 ft gainRancheria OHV Road is a point-to-point trail where you may see local wildlife located near Bakersfield, CaliforniaRead more -
Bakersfield, California
Oak Flat Lookout
4.0/ 80 ft gainSpend a few nights under the stars in a unique piece of outdoor history. The Oak Flat Lookout, constructed in 1934, was once staffed by rangers providing critical wild life management services on watch for wildfires in the surrounding Sequoia National Forest through the 1980s. The Oak Flat lookou...Read more -
Frazier Park, California
Eagle Pass Ridge
1.26 mi / 220 ft gainEagle Pass Ridge is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a river located near Frazier Park, California.Read more -
Lake Isabella, California
Isabella Lake
1.06 mi / 43 ft gainIsabella Lake is a loop trail that is good for all skill levels located near Lake Isabella, California.Read more -
Frazier Park, California
Mount Pinos via McGill Trail
4.015.99 mi / 3196 ft gainMount Pinos via McGill Trail is an out-and-back trail that provides a good opportunity to view wildlife located near Frazier Park, California.Read more -
Frazier Park, California
Mount Pinos Trail
3.52 mi / 561 ft gainMount Pinos Trail is an out-and-back trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Frazier Park, California.Read more -
Frazier Park, California
Hike to Conder Observatory (Mt. Piños) from the Nordic Ski Hut
3.32 mi / 457 ft gainAny drive up the I-405N or I-5N is going to result in some pain: Either you leave early enough to avoid traffic, or you are sitting in some slowness for a while. But once you turn onto Frazier Mountain Road from the interstate, you are in a completely different world. It could be 85° in Los Angel...Read more -
Kernville, California
Whiskey Flat Trail
11.94 mi / 1316 ft gainWhiskey Flat Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a river located near Kernville, California.Read more -
Kernville, California
Cannell Meadow Trail
21.02 mi / 5623 ft gainCannell Meadow Trail is a loop trail where you may see wildflowers located near Kernville, California.Read more -
Kern County, California
PCT: CA Section F - Tehachapi Pass to Walker Pass
83.69 mi / 15377 ft gainPCT: CA Section F - Tehachapi Pass to Walker Pass is a point-to-point trail where you may see wildflowers located near Mojave, California.Read more -
Weldon, California
Dove Spring Canyon OHV Trail
15.04 mi / 1460 ft gainDove Spring Canyon OHV Trail is a point-to-point trail that provides a good opportunity to view wildlife located near Weldon, California.Read more -
Kernville, California
Camp at Lower Springhill
The Lower Springhill Campground is a primitive campsite situated along the Kern River in the southern area of Sequoia National Forest. Since this is a primitive campground, there is no potable water, bathrooms or garbage service. You must pack out what you bring in.The campground is easily access...Read more -
Maricopa, California
Dry Canyon OHV Road
6.17 mi / 459 ft gainDry Canyon OHV Road is an out-and-back trail that takes you through a nice forest located near Ojai, California.Read more -
Kernville, California
Dispersed Camp along Salmon Creek in Sequoia NF
There are several dispersed campsites found throughout the Sequoia National Forest. The majority can be found by driving on any of the OHV accessible roads. This particular campsite can be found at coordinates 35.89759, -118.4628. In order to get to the campsite, use Google Maps to get you to the...Read more -
Lake Hughes, California
Hike the Pacific Crest Trail from Horse Trail to Bear Campground
11.63 mi / 2396 ft gainThis is part of the Pacific Crest Trail. If you're through-hiking or sectional hiking, you'll have to hit it eventually. Try and avoid it in the late summer or early fall because of heat, and gnats. Find a way to check the bug report, we got marauded by gnats 90% of the way (early October) and ap...Read more -
Porterville, California
Camp at Redwood Meadow
Situated right across the street from the stunning Trail of 100 Giants, Redwood Meadows features 13 spacious campsites adjacent to a picturesque meadow. There are picnic tables, fire rings, and six yurt sites available for those who wish to bring some of the great indoors outside. Pit toilets ar...Read more