River, stream, or creek cabins near Kernville

Kernville is the perfect basecamp for Southern Sierra peaks, pines, and plunges.

96% (439 reviews)

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Kernville

96% (439 reviews)

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Redwood Meadow Campground

12 sites · RVs, Tents In Sequoia National Forest

Oak Flat Lookout

Oak Flat Lookout

1 site In Sequoia National Forest

6 top river, stream, or creek cabins sites near Kernville

Kernville Ranch

5 sites · Lodging15 acres · Kernville, CA

Nestled in meadows with a private river flowing through horse pastures, tall shade trees and all natural cedar hot tub. Kernville Ranch is just a 5 minute walk from the center of Kernville. Plenty of fishing and white water rafting, hiking and hot springs and snow play depending on the season. Explore the lake for water-sports, the high country for pristine wilderness and a little snow. The town is full of restaurants, antiques stores, and a wonderful museum of the rich heritage of this Wild West town,

Sierra Foothills Ranch -722 acres

14 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents722 acres · Springville, CA

Swimming in North Fork Tule River, miles of hiking trails on ranch. River Ridge Ranch goes from 1,000' elev. to 3,000' elevation. Hike right on the ranch. We are between Sequoia National Park (about an hour) and the Giant Sequoia National Monument (16 miles to groves up Hwy 190 and no entrance fee). Choose from individual tent sites, group tent sites, tiny cabins. the 5-acre Compound or the Entire Ranch. There are 33 giant sequoia groves in our Southern Region of the Giant Sequoia National Monument, some easily driven to, and some remote. Our ranch is a nature preserve and an education demonstration site, teaching sustainable and regenerative land use practices. River Ridge Institute, our non-profit, hosts a variety of events for the public. Please note: you are expected to leave the ranch and kitchen area as you found it, i.e., dishes washed thoroughly and dried and put away, recycling separated from trash, food scraps in compost buckets, sticky marshmallow removed from forks and surfaces (ick!). Thank you. Enjoy: The Kitchen has a 3-burner cooktop, large fridge, microwave, full dishes and utensils and pots and pans with a big washing area in the back. Propane barbecue grill.. There's a River Barn to use as a remote space and Turtle Cove for swimming. Saturday morning Farmer's Market in downtown at 9 AM - Noon. Ancestral land of the Foothill Yokuts tribe. Homesteaded in 1859, owned by the Negus family from 1909-2000. Barbara and I bought it to save it from subdivision and it's now protected by a Conservation Easement and acts as a community center for the arts, music, poetry, gatherings and outdoor education. We're both biologists, so, just ask us. Please see the Rules and Safety section to review our Waiver of Liability.

Cozy Cabin, Sequoia Nat’l Forest

1 site · Lodging1 acre · Pine Flat, CA

Relax with family and friends at this peaceful mountain cabin get-away located in the Sequoia National Forest in the small community of Pine Flat in California Hot Springs, CA. Our 2-bedroom cabin has modern-day amenities for your use: full kitchen, bathroom with shower, family room, diningroom, heating and cooling. The property is 1/3 acre with a welcoming backyard deck to expand your outdoor entertaining. Fire pit, chairs, and an outdoor sofa for lounging await you. Trail of 100 Giants is a 25 minute drive! The cabin is pet friendly (up to 2 dogs). Pet deposit required.

Tillie Creek Retreat

1 site · Lodging1 acre · Wofford Heights, CA

Tillie Creek Retreat is a beautiful mountain cabin with hot tub and gorgeous decks for relaxing and enjoying the nature that surrounds you. Also, steps to a creek side deck that must be experienced to be believed. Easy access to Lake Isabella, Kernville, the Kern River, Alta Vista Ski Resort, Remington and Miracle hot springs and so much more! Great place to escape to nature, relax and adventure in the surrounding mountains. Newly renovated throughout.

Redwood Ranch - wedding venue

1 site · Lodging270 acres · Three Rivers, CA

In renting Redwood Ranch, you will be the only guests with access to the 270 acres, the 1800 feet of river frontage with breathtaking tranquil and secluded swimming holes and a hiking/jogging/walking trail that loops around the property. Follow us on IG: Redwoodranchthreerivers *We now have a universal electric-car charger!

Peaceful Pines Place

1 site · Lodging1 acre · Pine Flat, CA

Comfy cabin located in the Sequoia National Forest, come sit on the deck and listen to the creek or take a hike on one of the many trails near by. If you want to go for a short drive you can visit the Trail of 100 Giant Sequoias trees.

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Welcome to Hipcamp! We offer over 130 cabin and river camping options near Kernville, California. Our top campsites include Cuyama Badlands (1681 reviews), Twisselman Ranch (384 reviews), and River Ridge Ranch & Institute-722ac (348 reviews). Our campsites offer popular amenities such as toilets, pet-friendly areas, and campfires. We also offer popular activities such as off-roading (OHV), biking, and horseback riding. The average price per night is $60 with options as low as $29. Book your next scenic escape today!

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