OAK - 19 miles northeast of Bakersfield along the Kern River via State Hwy 178. Hazardous rapids and powerful currents can produce tragic results. Children should always be closely supervised near the river. To protect the Kern River, overnight camping is not allowed between Live Oak and MM 24 within 100 feet of river. Besides attracting insects, clogged drains may result.
Detergents can also contaminate bodies of water that can kill fish and other wildlife.
A target range is located off Sierra Way, south of Kernville about 2 miles. It is operated by the Kern River Valley Gun Association under a special use permit and is open to the public year round on Sunday's from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., except major holidays, weather permitting. Please help by making sure all campfires are extinguished with water before leaving your site. Carry a shovel and never leave a campfire unattended. Smoke only in cleared areas and use the ashtray in your car.