census-designated place in the southern Sierra Nevada, in Kern County, California, United States

Kernville is a city in the southern Sierra Nevada.

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KernTransit, public transportation system extending from Bakersfield to Ridgecrest with stops in Kernville and Lake Isabella. +1 800 323-2396.

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Kayak and whitewater raft in the Kern River.

  • Kern River Fish Hatchery (A mile or so north of Kernville). Friday through Monday 10AM-4PM. Free admission.
  • Whiskey Flats Days , held in Kernsville in late February to commemorate the gold rush era of this area, includes a rodeo.

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Ewings on the Kern, 125 Buena Vista Dr. Steakhouse with charming patio overlooking the Kern River. +1 760-376-2411


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Kern River Brewing Co, 13415 Sierra Way. Dining and brewery. +1 760-376-2337

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  • Sequoia Lodge, 16123 Sierra Way, +1 760-376-2535. Located along the banks of Kern River, beautiful scenery and very cozy rooms, which look more as small cabins, but still the price of a room (around $100 for holidays). It has 14 rooms with refrigerator, microwave, toaster, silverware, dishes, TV, in-room coffee, and wireless internet. It does not have stove, but it does have barbecues in the patios. Access to the river is 20 steps from your room.

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