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About this campground
Overview The Oak Flat Lookout sits the Greenhorn Mountains in the Sequoia National Forest and Sequoia National Monument, about an hour from Bakersfield, California. Perched at an elevation of 4,900 feet, the tower overlooks the scenic Kern River and Kern River Valley and has panoramic views of the mountains, river and valley. Oak Flat Lookout was constructed in 1934 to provide fire detection views along the Kern River Canyon. In the early years of the Forest Service, lookouts provided a crucia
Oak Flat Lookout FAQ
Can I bring an RV to Oak Flat Lookout?
Oak Flat Lookout is not listed as accepting RVs. It may be tent-only or have access limits, so check before you go or see the nearby RV campgrounds listed on this page.
Can I reserve a campsite at Oak Flat Lookout?
Yes. Campsites at Oak Flat Lookout can be reserved through Recreation.gov. View it on Recreation.gov.
Where is Oak Flat Lookout located?
Oak Flat Lookout is in Kernville, California, at 11380 Kernville Road. GPS coordinates: 35.53528, -118.70694. Get directions.
What can you do at Oak Flat Lookout?
Activities at and around the campground include Camping.
How do I contact Oak Flat Lookout?
You can call 760-376-3781. They can confirm site availability, hookups, length limits and current conditions.