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Reviews of SoCal Camping

highway contract-1 Box 90, Kernville, CA 93238, United States

#13 of 18 hotels in Kernville

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 135 hotel reviews

7.6

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.3

  • Comfort

    8.4

  • Location

    8.2

  • Facilities

    7.9

  • Staff

    7.9

  • Value for money

    7.5

  • Free WiFi

    5.8

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  • Reviewed: 1 June 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Villa
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There is no place to prepare food.

    You know, it's like camping, but without all the hassle of packing all that gear. The bed was comfy, but I'd suggest bringing an extra blanket 'cause the one they provide is a bit thin. The bathrooms were clean, and the camp host is right there if you need anything.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 May 2024

    9.0
    This place is great. Such a relaxing experience. Our camp had a beautiful view of the river. There are multiple water st
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Villa
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    I didn’t like that there was no light after dark in the showers.

    I liked that there was always someone available for any questions

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 March 2024

    9.0
    All worth it!
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Standard Villa
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    the location address should match the exact location property stated in booking.com

    The location is great! Very relaxing as you can hear the sound of the river. I feel refreshed and this is something I always wanna do to reload good energy from nature.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 September 2023

    9.0
    Very nice, will revisit.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Bungalow
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Pity that the hot water and coffee were not replenished.

    The camp host and team diligently maintain the site in a great manner.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 6 September 2023

    8.0
    Great camping +
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Villa
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Bathrooms were so clean, towels, soap, shampoo provided, comfortable bed

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 28 July 2023

    8.0
    You better come during business hours or at least while there is a daylight.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Villa
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The place to stay was advertised on Booking.com as a "villa" - turned out to be a hard frame tent. I am not fluent in camping language but, gee, villa is definitely a misleading overstatement. I received 4 multi page emails with all but essential information! I would have appreciated ONE and ONE ONLY email that would feature the camping map (not a link, but an actual map!), a WiFi password, and a clear statement that there is no cell reception on the site. All those links in those emails are useless when there is no connection for miles around! It was near impossible to find the place at night despite GPS brought me right there - the only thing from the camping that is visible from the road is the cattle kraal-style gates that are closed at night. The camping sign IS NOT VISIBLE at all. IDK why the visibility issue is not obvious to the staff.

    The place definitely got a potential.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 23 July 2023

    9.0
    Definitely returning!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Villa
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    *There was no nearby grocery or convenience store, but there is a delicious 🍔 place nearby!! Don't try the local one. Try the farther one. It is absolutely delicious! *People decide to turn up the 🎶 and ruin the peaceful moment 🙄. Next time, I need to make sure I read the fine print - there was no electricity on my cabin. I had no lights the entire time or the ability to charge my phone. I found one outlet in the seating area and charged my laptop and 📱 there. I also charged my phone when driving. I didn't know I could 🍳 there! Next time, I'm bringing my kit and using the fire pit and my little dining area! 🚿 and 🚻 are shared and are located in nearby cabins. Parking is on the other side. You can park in the first time, drop off your stuff, and then park across the street. The distance wasn't an issue, but the severely uneven ground was the issue.

    Cleanliness, view, comfort, serenity, location, access to river, just about everything really! Hiking trails nearby are a must-do!! The view from the cabin is breathtaking.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 25 June 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Villa
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Location and access near to the river . Beautiful view to the mountain and river. Camping quiet , well organized. Tent , bathroom comfortable and clean. Great staff. I had an amazing time to stay over there 😀

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 24 April 2023

    8.0
    we will come back again
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Villa
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    very nice place

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 1 January 2023

    7.0
    Would definitely return, I enjoyed the views and the weather.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Villa
    • Stayed 1 night

    The place looks like it can use some TLC. I understand it's been raining, but the place in general needs a bit cleaning. It also looked like they're making new tents and they're stuck halfway.

    the location was great, next to the river. I loved that we had our own firepit and also liked the views. I want to return in the spring, hopefully.

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: 17 October 2022

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Villa
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything was great!

    The location was spectacular!

    Stayed in October 2022

  • Reviewed: 12 October 2022

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Villa
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It was wonderfull, quiet, need and comfortable.

    Stayed in October 2022

  • Reviewed: 27 September 2022

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Villa
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Think the cabins are too close too each other. It was fortunate that the camp was not full.

    On the water's edge. King bed was really comfortable. Toilets were clean.

    Stayed in September 2022

  • Reviewed: 24 August 2022

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Villa
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    I felt like the nightly rate was too high. I don’t think it was a good value.

    The camp host, Carrie, was very friendly and accommodating.

    Stayed in August 2022

  • Reviewed: 18 August 2022

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Villa
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    A lock on the cabin to feel safer

    Stayed in August 2022

  • Reviewed: 10 August 2022

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Villa
    • Stayed 1 night

    No explanation about using lights (solar set up) . No internet. Difficult to contact via phone. Directions could be better.

    tent by the river was great, very new. Very clean. Huge bed. Warm showers.

    Stayed in August 2022

  • Reviewed: 28 July 2022

    7.0
    a bit pricey for what it is
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Villa
    • Stayed 1 night

    Too hot. 95 degrees in late July, no fans were provided for the tent/cabin. Parking is a bit far, especially when you need to walk in such heat. I wish it had drinkable water and coffee in the morning.

    Clean sheets, comfy bed, wonderful outdoor showers. River nearby was not icy mountain water and was very pleasant to lay down in it to cool off, beautiful night sky, grocery store and restaurants 15 min driving distance.

    Stayed in July 2022

  • Reviewed: 20 June 2022

    9.0
    Cool camping.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Villa
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    That the bathroom was so far way from our tent.

    Pretty cool little place. We would stay again.

    Stayed in June 2022

  • Reviewed: 12 June 2022

    9.0
    Great stay, no complaints! but probably wouldn’t stay again.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Family Bungalow
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    the staff was so-so. Hospitality wasn’t the best.

    loved how close it was to the river & the view from our tent was amazing. Bathrooms and showers were always clean!

    Stayed in June 2022

  • Reviewed: 6 June 2022

    8.0
    Needs more green
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Bungalow
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Staff more involved

    Very clean

    Stayed in June 2022

  • Reviewed: 2 June 2022

    9.0
    it was short but it was nice getaway. we both really enjoyed our stay here not a bad complaint at all
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Villa
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    some tents might be too close but good for groups, some were too close to the entrance and the way down to the river was a lil tricky but not too bad

    it was nice area perfect space we were in. close to the water which was great, showers and restroom were clean for being outdoors, rooms were super clean and bed was comfy and soft with fresh sheets.

    Stayed in May 2022

  • Reviewed: 2 June 2022

    7.0
    First Glamping Adventure
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Villa
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Parking was inconvenient located across the road from the camp facility. There is an area to load/unload cars & a few carts are available for guests to use. Staff is one person who is not always available. It was hard to find my spot at arrival or know the protocol of checking etc. Few rules with some guests being allowed to have dogs off leash. For the price, I expected a bit less rustic.

    The location is amazing located on the Kern River. The tent/cabin was nice, clean, and offered the minimum amenities. Dog friendly too. I'm not sure why there was a pet fee. Good spot if you were spending your time in the area. Would recommend for a quiet retreat.

    Stayed in May 2022

  • Reviewed: 26 April 2022

    9.0
    original glamping beside the River
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Bungalow
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    a lot of dust , could maybe recycle water of the shower to do some green areas ?

    just beside the kern River nice renovated tent with good bedding. solar lamps heater place for fire pit nice toilets and shower places

    Stayed in April 2022

  • Reviewed: 7 April 2022

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Villa
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Location, amenities.

    Stayed in February 2022

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