Kern Wild & Scenic River Outing
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1st Place - Largest Trout catch on the Fly
2nd Place - Most Fish on the Fly
Base camp will be at the Fairview Campground which is right next to McNally's Fairview Lodge & Restaurant.
If you will be staying at the Fairview Campsite, please register the campsite activity event so we can connect you with your fellow campers. Campsite reservations must be completed and paid at www.reservations.gov
This Outing can be fished independently (but always good to have a buddy) or in small groups, with no guides. For those who have never fished the Kern River, consider hiring a guide for half/full day with a few members to split the cost. The Kern River Fly Shop is located in Kernville and has a wide selection of local water flies.
We are trying to plan an activity on the morning of Friday September 27 on how to read the Kern river water, structures, and entomology.
Kern River Fly Shop
For members trekking out on Friday, there will be a campfire at one of the campsites to socialize and share fish stories. And, on Saturday folks can join fellow club members at McNally's for dinner or local craft beers on tap. There are many options in Kernville and along Mountain Highway 99 for lodging. If you aren't in the camping spirit, there is McNally's Fairview lodge and Corral Creek Lodge, but there are many more from budget motels to Inns. If you will be staying at the Fairview Campsite, please register the campsite activity event so we can connect you with your fellow campers.
Fairview Campground sits in an area dotted with oak and gray pine along the Upper Kern River, a designated Wild and Scenic River, at an elevation of 3,500 feet.
The campground, located 13 miles north of Kernville, has 54 paved sites configured around three loops. Some sites have views of or direct access to the river. Picnic areas, vault toilets and drinking water are provided. Campfires are allowed. There is a restaurant next to the campground.
Off of Highway 99 in Bakersfield, California, take Highway 178 east to Lake Isabella. From Lake Isabella take Highway 155 around the west side of the lake to the town of Kernville. From Kernville go north on Sierra Way/Mountain 99 for 16 miles to the campground.
Cost; $34 per night, or $17 with the Senior pass - 6 people per site
Fairview Campsite Registration
McNally's Fairview Lodge
SPFF has reserved all of the hotel rooms at the property. Lodging is available with 6 recently Renovated, Rustic & Cozy rooms with 2 Full size Beds, 5 - 3/4 Bath & 1 Full Bath with Tub, Quiet Mini-split air conditioning/heating system, a small refrigerator, microwave, Keurig coffee maker, (with coffee pods), hairdryer, free toiletries, new carpet & tile, rustic copper vessel sink & faucet, and soundproofing insulation. The trim, headboards, countertops, and shelves are all made from re-purposed lumber milled at the historic Johnsondale Mill from the 1950s. Pet Friendly. No tv or phone, but fast free Wi-Fi!.
Please call Jim at McNally's to place your deposit of $175 on a credit card Phone (760) 376-2430, Please mention your are with SPFF and the Room name. Early check-in and late check-out may be available and free of charge.
On the McNally sandy beach river front under the tress, you may choose to bring a tent and camp for the whole weekend for only $20. Restrooms are available as a porta-pottie and a wash area. However, no campfires.
Cost per room total; $350 for 2 nights, Maximum Occupancy: 4
These are the rooms that are available, when registering please select the room you would like to book. The deposit and then future payment will be made directly to McNally's.
Recently Renovated, Rustic & Cozy. Has 2 Full size Beds, Full Bath with Tub, Quiet split air conditioning/heating system, small refrigerator, microwave, Keurig coffee maker, (with coffee pods), hairdryer, free toiletries, new carpet & tile, rustic copper vessel sink & faucet, and soundproofing insulation. The trim, headboards, countertops, and shelves are all made from repurposed lumber milled at the historic Johnsondale Mill from the 1950s. Pet Friendly. No tv or phone, but fast free Wi-Fi!.
Recently Renovated, Rustic & Cozy. Has 2 Full size Beds, 3/4 Bath, Quiet split air conditioning/heating system, small refrigerator, microwave, Keurig coffee maker, (with coffee pods), hairdryer, free toiletries, new carpet & tile, rustic copper vessel sink & faucet, and soundproofing insulation. The trim, headboards, countertops, and shelves are all made from repurposed lumber milled at the historic Johnsondale Mill from the 1950s. Pet Friendly. No tv or phone, but fast free Wi-Fi!.
Recently Renovated, Rustic & Cozy. Has 2 Full size Beds, 3/4 Bath, Quiet split air conditioning/heating system, small refrigerator, microwave, Keurig coffee maker, (with coffee pods), hairdryer, free toiletries, new carpet & tile, rustic copper vessel sink & faucet, and soundproofing insulation. The trim, headboards, countertops, and shelves are all made from repurposed lumber milled at the historic Johnsondale Mill from the 1950s. Pet Friendly. No tv or phone, but fast free Wi-Fi!.
Recently Renovated, Rustic & Cozy. Has 2 Full size Beds, 3/4 Bath, Quiet split air conditioning/heating system, small refrigerator, microwave, Keurig coffee maker, (with coffee pods), hairdryer, free toiletries, new carpet & tile, rustic copper vessel sink & faucet, and soundproofing insulation. The trim, headboards, countertops, and shelves are all made from repurposed lumber milled at the historic Johnsondale Mill from the 1950s. Pet Friendly. No tv or phone, but fast free Wi-Fi!.
Recently Renovated, Rustic & Cozy. Has 2 Full size Beds, 3/4 Bath, Quiet split air conditioning/heating system, small refrigerator, microwave, Keurig coffee maker, (with coffee pods), hairdryer, free toiletries, new carpet & tile, rustic copper vessel sink & faucet, and soundproofing insulation. The trim, headboards, countertops, and shelves are all made from repurposed lumber milled at the historic Johnsondale Mill from the 1950s. Pet Friendly. No tv or phone, but fast free Wi-Fi!.
Recently Renovated, Rustic & Cozy. Has 2 Full size Beds, 3/4 Bath with full size shower, Quiet split air conditioning/heating system, Keurig coffee maker, hairdryer, free toiletries, new carpet & tile, rustic copper vessel sink & faucet, and soundproofing insulation. The trim, headboards, countertops, and shelves are all made from repurposed lumber milled at the historic Johnsondale Mill in the 1950s. Pet Friendly. No tv or phone, but fast free Wi-Fi!.
McNally's Fairview Lodge
Corral Creek Lodge
Corral Creek Lodge is your perfect choice for a getaway in the Sequoia National Forest. You can enjoy our beautiful natural setting along the Kern River while staying in one of our 20 clean and inviting rooms, including 4 in which you can stay with your pets. It is 8 miles North of Kernville via Mountain Highway 99. (6.5 miles, 10 minute drive south of Fairview Campground).
Cost; $135-175 per night, Maximum Occupancy: 4
Corral Creek Lodge
