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Goldledge Campground

Sequoia National Forest, California

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As of October 2026, Goldledge Campground is a campground in Sequoia National Forest, California with 36 campsites. Goldledge Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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Goldledge Campground is located at 35.8739° N, 118.4565° W.

people allowed on each site: 6

Goldledge Campground reservations and next available dates

October 2026

November 2026

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Campsites at Goldledge Campground

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Standard 36

What an RV fits

20 ft11 sites
30 ft16 sites

Amenities

restrooms
potable water

At a glance: Setting: Mountain.

Things to do: fishing, boating, hiking, climbing, photography.

All sites at Goldledge Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

Every site is in the AREA GOLDLEDGE CAMPGROUND loop.

Site	Type	Sleeps	Max RV
002	Standard	6	30 ft
003	Standard	6	20 ft
004	Standard	6	30 ft
005	Standard	6	20 ft
006	Standard	6	-
007	Standard	6	-
008	Standard	6	-
009	Standard	6	-
010	Standard	6	-
011	Standard	6	-
012	Standard	6	20 ft
013	Standard	6	30 ft
014	Standard	6	30 ft
015	Standard	6	30 ft
016	Standard	6	30 ft
017	Standard	6	20 ft
018	Standard	6	30 ft
019	Standard	6	30 ft

Site	Type	Sleeps	Max RV
020	Standard	6	30 ft
021	Standard	6	30 ft
022	Standard	6	30 ft
023	Standard	6	20 ft
024	Standard	6	20 ft
025	Standard	6	30 ft
026	Standard	6	20 ft
027	Standard	6	-
028	Standard	6	-
029	Standard	6	-
030	Standard	6	30 ft
031	Standard	6	20 ft
032	Standard	6	30 ft
033	Standard	6	20 ft
034	Standard	6	30 ft
035	Standard	6	20 ft
036	Standard	6	30 ft
037	Standard	6	20 ft

About Goldledge Campground

Overview

Goldledge Campground is situated along the Kern River, 10 miles north of the town of Kernville. Hiking, fishing, kayaking and rafting are popular activities.

Recreation

Hiking, fishing, kayaking and rafting are popular activities in the Upper Kern River area. Click here to learn more about the area, including safety and permitting requirements and a listing of local outfitters.

Facilities

The campground offers single-family sites, some of which are designated for walk-to tent camping only. Picnic tables and campfire rings are provided, as are vault toilets and drinking water.

Natural Features

The campground sits within Sequoia National Forest at an elevation of 3,200 feet in an open area with limited shade, overlooking the Kern Wild and Scenic River. Gray pine, scrub oak, grasses and shrubs cling to steep, canyon walls along the river, and cottonwoods and willows dot the riverbanks.

Sequoia National Forest, located at the southern end of the Sierra Nevada in central California, is named for the giant sequoia, the world's largest tree, which grows in more than 30 groves on the forest's lower slopes.

The forest comprises about 1.1 million acres. Elevations range from about 1,000 to 12,000 feet, creating precipitous canyons and mountain streams with spectacular waterfalls such as Salmon Creek Falls and Grizzly Falls.

Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (760) 376-1269.

Nearby Attractions

The Cannell Meadow National Recreation Trail begins just north of Kernville. The trail stretches 11.5 miles as it climbs through mixed pine and fir forest to Cannell Meadow and a historic Forest Service cabin built between 1904 and 1909. Hikers are awarded beautiful views of the Kern River Valley along the trip.

Visitors enjoy making day trips to Sequoia National Park and Giant Sequoia National Monument.

Rules and notices at Goldledge Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 28, 2026. Check Goldledge Campground on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

Glass containers are prohibited in Kern Canyon and Isabella Lake Glass Container Prohibition Area

In accordance with standard industry practices, ExplorUS will be assessing an additional vehicle fee of $8.00 per night on the second vehicle in each single family campsite, and on the third and fourth vehicle in any double family campsite, provided these vehicles are not joined to the first vehicle by a hitch and towed onto the site. In the case of motorcycles, the first two are considered to be one vehicle and the third and fourth are also considered to be one vehicle. No additional vehicle fees are collected for bicycles.

Swimming in the river is not recommended due to strong currents

No hookups or showers available

No off-road vehicle use allowed in the campground

Fire restrictions may be imposed at any time due to hot, dry weather conditions, at which time campfires and charcoal fires may not be allowed. For current fire conditions or weather closures contact the Kern River Ranger District (760) 376-3781.

Don't Move Firewood: Protect California's forests from tree-killing pests by buying your firewood locally and burning it on-site. For more information visit firewood.ca.gov.

Site length includes tow vehicle

Limited turn around

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Goldledge Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Goldledge Campground?

Goldledge Campground is rated "Hard to Book" based on historical demand. This campground is popular and often books out weeks in advance. Your best strategy is to monitor cancellations.

How do I find last-minute availability at Goldledge Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Goldledge Campground, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.

How many campsites does Goldledge Campground have?

Goldledge Campground has 36 campsites.