Beginners and professionals alike flock to the Kern River for its world-class rapids. It s hosted national championships and was the site of the U.S. Olympic kayaking team s last competition before heading to the 2000 Summer games in Australia. The Kern River Valley is the gateway to the new Giant Sequoia National Monument and is home to some of the best fishing and camping in California. Kern County s desert side is home to the awe-inspiring Red Rock Canyon State Park. You can also view the history of flight in museums at Edwards Air Force Base and the China Lake Naval Warfare Center, two of the country s most significant military bases.
Kern County has something for everyone.
With valley, mountain and desert areas, you ll see everything from Joshua Trees to Giant Sequoia. Discover golden opportunities in the Golden Empire.