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Kern River Hiking: Hikes around Kernville, Lake Isabella, Wofford Heights, the Upper, Lower, and Forks of the Kern.

Whiskey Flat Trail
Kern River Hiking | 2022

Whiskey Flat Trail

ByMatt Volpert November 20, 2022November 20, 2022

Summary: Close to town and easy to do.Link to trailhead: Google Map link.Length: 12 milesDifficulty: Class II.Matt’s Rating: Good What makes Whiskey Flat Trail so appealing is it’s just a…

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Kern River Trail
2022 | Kern River Hiking

Kern River Trail

ByMatt Volpert April 6, 2022November 9, 2022

Kern River Trail Summary Summary: When the flowers are blooming this hike is incredible.Link to trailhead: Google Map link.Length: 6 Miles.Difficulty: Class III.Matt’s Rating: GreatGood resources: California Wanderland. The…

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Valhalla Falls – Kern River Hiking
Kern River Hiking | 2021

Valhalla Falls – Kern River Hiking

ByMatt Volpert April 10, 2021November 20, 2022

Valhalla Falls Summary: This is an oasis during peak summer heat.Link to trailhead:Google Map link.Length: 1.6 Miles.Difficulty: Class III. Some scrambling required.Matt’s Rating: Good.Good resources:Modern Hiker. The Valhalla Falls…

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Power’s Peak – Kern River Valley Hikes
Kern River Hiking | 2021

Power’s Peak – Kern River Valley Hikes

ByMatt Volpert March 11, 2021November 20, 2022

Summary: This hike is one of the best in the area but if you’re out of shape you’re in trouble.Link to trailhead: Google Map link.Length: 10.1 Miles.Difficulty: Class…

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Isabella Peak Lookout Trail – Kern River Valley Hikes
Kern River Hiking | 2021

Isabella Peak Lookout Trail – Kern River Valley Hikes

ByMatt Volpert February 23, 2021November 20, 2022

Summary: This is a fun hike as long as it’s not too hot out.Link to trailhead:Google Map link.Length: 2.5 – 3 Miles. Distance changes based on route…

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  • Select a Rafting Trip
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      • Short Trips
      • One Day
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      • Upper Kern
      • Lower Kern
      • Forks of the Kern
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      • April & May
      • June
      • July & August
  • Trip Planning
    • Your Rafting Trip
      • What To Pack
      • Kern River Weather
      • Find Your Photos
    • Kern River Area
      • Kern River Camping
      • Lodging & Airbnbs
      • Activities & Events
    • Kern River Outfitters
      • Why Choose Us
      • About Us
      • Directions & Contact Us
  • Groups
    • Group Discounts
    • Bachelor/ette Parties
    • Church Groups
    • Company Retreats
    • School Groups
  • Trip Prices
  • 1-760-376-3370

Important: We have activated our Big Water Protocol through July 15, raising our minimum ages on some trips.