Kern River Valley

Im heading up to Kern River for some climbing, I was wondering if anyone had suggestions on where to camp or free camping in the area for about 4 people, thanks

looking to fish as well

The Kern Valley is in Southern CA, and there are many places to camp and climb. Where are you climbing? That may make suggestions easier.

Ryan Nevius wrote:The Kern Valley is in Southern CA, and there are many places to camp and climb. Where are you climbing? That may make suggestions easier.

I was looking into areas further north around the needles where the vegitation is a little more lush. I would also be open to suggestions in the Kings area where there is good camping/climbing and fishing

Around the Needles.... Dome Rock, with free camping right there.

The rest depends if the roads are open.... I think they are waitin a long time this year.... memoral day, i bet. :>(

Kings Canyon .... its a Nat Park so no BLM free camping.

Right now Shuteye... back by Mammoth Pool, would be great. I hear the river has good Brown fishing.

have fun

Like he said^^^ right at Dome Rock or 1 pullout north (1mi?) of Dome Rock was very nice free camping in a heavily wooded area. Loved it

that is sounding perfect and after checking online looks awesome too, is there creeks for fishing nearby?? any additional beta is appreciated

When are you headed there? It's always possible to drive down to the Kern and fish for goldens...depending on when you plan on going and the road conditions.

I suspect that Hwy. 190, which is the access for Dome Rock and area, may be closed for the season. It's usually closed about 2 or 3 miles north of Dome Rock and about 10 miles or so south of it. I'd check with the forest service. It's been such a slight snow year that they may open it early.