Hobo Campground

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·Sequoia National Forest

Overview

Hobo Campground is tucked on the banks of the Lower Kern River, north of the popular Miracle Hot Springs. It sits at 2290 feet elevation on the Sequoia National Forest in the Lower Kern Canyon. The close proximity to the Lower Kern River and the shade provided by the riparian forest make it an ideal summer escape from the heat. It has 23 individual tent only sites and an additional 10 sites across the campground. The campground is open year-round.

Great Facilities and Amenities

  • Campfire Allowed

    (All campsites have Campfire Allowed)

  • Checkin Time

    (Majority of the campsites have 2:00 pm)

  • Checkout Time

    (Majority of the campsites have 11:00 am)

  • Driveway Entry

    (23 of 25 campsites have Driveway Entry)

  • Firepit

    (22 of 25 campsites have Firepit)

  • Hike In Distance To Site

    (Up to 60')

  • Max Num Of People

    (Up to 6)

  • Max Num Of Vehicles

    (Up to 1)

  • Pets Allowed

    (All campsites have Pets Allowed)

  • Picnic Table

    (All campsites have Picnic Table)

  • Shade

    (Majority of the campsites have true)

  • Site Access

    (Majority of the campsites have drive in)

Natural Features

Hobo Campground Map - Credits: Gregory L
Hobo Entrance - Credits: Stephen E.
Hobo Campground - Credits: Stephen E.
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The campsites are mostly all shaded by majestic sycamores, willows, cottonwoods, alders with views of the Lower Kern River close by. Low lying hills surround the campground and a nearby hot spring draws many people to the area. The trees show off a dramatic display of yellow, gold, and orange in the fall. The Kern River flows higher in the late spring and early summer months as water is released from Lake Isabella. The river can appear calm but can be deceiving with it's fast currents under the surface. The Forest Service does not encourage swimming in the river.

Recreation

Hobo Campground - Credits: Stephen E.

The area is close to two hots springs, the Miracle Hot Springs and the Remington Hot Springs. Parking for Miracle Hot Springs is located south of Hobo Campground in a large parking lot. White water boating is also popular on the Lower Kern and requires a free Kern River Use permit from the Kernville Ranger Station. A trail also exists at the northern end of Hobo Campground that connects visitors to Sandy Flat Campground. The remains of an old resort can be found in the campground and Miracle Hot Springs area.

Permitted Equipment

  • tent-Up to 6ft

  • vehicle-Up to 15ft

Nearby Attractions

The Miracle Hot Springs are located in the large parking lot south of the campground entrance. 

Additional Information

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