Kern River Outfitters
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1-800-323-4234
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Information that will help you plan your Kern River trip. Most of the items are printable PDF files.

Our Kern office is open Monday - Friday from 8:30 to 5:30. On weekends and holidays, we are open for a few hours in the morning.
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"Our experience with Kern River Outfitters far exceeded any expectations we could have had. You guys run one heck of an outfit!
Susan W.
Fountain Valley, CA

Printable Trip Details and Other Items
Motels & Lodging Accommodations in the Kern Valley
Camping in the Area Information on campsites in the area
Participant Agreement Required for all guests
Lower Kern 2-Day Trips Trip details for our overnight Lower Kern trips
Lower Kern 1-Day Big Five One-Day trip that features big rapids
Lower Kern 1-Day Camp Run The first day of a two-day trip
Lower Kern 1/2 Day Trip An afternoon half-day trip on the Lower
Upper Kern 1-Day Trips A terrific day of rafting the Upper Kern
Upper Kern 1/2 Day Trip Half-day rafting on the Upper Kern
Thunder Run The biggest whitewater on the Upper Kern
Forks of the Kern 3-Day Forks of the Kern trips
Lickety Split Trips Single & Double Lickety information

Important things to remember when preparing for your trip.

  • Return your completed, signed Participation Agreement(s) to your group leader ASAP.
  • A fun, safe trip requires everyone to participate, and work as a team. Paddling requires physical effort and is sometimes strenuous. To participate, you should be in good health. If you have any injuries or physical conditions that may affect your ability to paddle, please let us know in advance.
  • Footwear is important. River shoes or sandals with an ankle strap are best. Canvas tennis shoes that lace up (such as Converse) are also good. DO NOT wear flip flops or other shoes that slip on (they can also slip off), leather shoes, or any shoe without a sturdy, slip-proof sole.
  • Do not bring valuables. The river seems to have a voracious appetite for jewelry, nice cameras and watches, cell phones, etc. If you can’t leave them at home, we will be happy to hold them in the Rafting Center until the end of your trip.
  • We may require wetsuits early in the season. You can check with your group leader, or call our office at 800-323-4234. You may bring your own (ideally one that completely covers your legs), or you can rent one from us. Cost is $10 for-day trips, $15 for 2-day trips.
  • If you have any questions or concerns, call our reservations office at 1-800-323-4234.


Kern River Outfitters
P.O. Box 1207
Wofford Heights, CA 93285
1-800-323-4234
Fax: 1-760-376-8830
eMail: office@KernRafting.com