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Kennedy Meadows Campground

usfs · CA

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Located on the Pacific Crest Trail near the South Fork of the Kern River, at 6,200 ft. elevation, Kennedy Meadows campground is surrounded by the South Sierra and Golden Trout wildernesses. Some of the 37 sites are shaded by juniper and pinion. Maximum vehicle length is 30ft.Vault toilets, no water, no trash service, no fee.

Around this stay

Nearest surrounding services and recreation within ~25 mi — not on-site amenities.

  • fuel station

    Chevron

    10 mi
  • potable water

    Potable water

    10 mi
  • trailhead

    Blackrock Trailhead

    12 mi
  • attraction

    Fossil Falls Scenic Area

    13 mi
  • recreation site

    Monache

    11 mi

No dump station found within ~25 mi. Plan dump access before you arrive.

Forest road access near this stay: KENNEDY MEADOW in Inyo National Forest. Motorhome access is listed as open on the nearest MVUM segment — verify current restrictions.

Contact & access

Source and verification

Last verified: 10/5/2026

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