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Kernville is Becoming One Of The Most Popular Mountain Towns in California

03|2021

- Visit Kernville

As the popularity of Kernville increases, we are continually amazed at how many different people, from different walks of life, make their way to this beautiful place we call...

3 Best Spring Time Rafting Trips on the Kern River

03|2021

- Kern River Rafting

Early Season Rafting Trips As the final days of Winter are upon us and warmer days are approaching, we are gearing up for the 2021 Kern River Rafting season....

4 Family Friendly Kern River Rafting Tours

02|2021

- Kern River Rafting

“Is the river safe for my family?” is a question that we get asked often. The answer is yes, but let’s talk about it a bit more. The Kern...

For the Love of Snow

01|2021

- Kern River Rafting, Visit Kernville

The soft stillness of snowfall, the gentle pitter-patter of rain, the excitement of the rising river. This past week’s weather has me thinking about how weather always seems to...

California’s Best Whitewater Rafting Destinations

01|2021

- Kern River Rafting

California Rafting The state of California is an outdoor recreation wonderland. From the beach to the mountains California truly has it all. Surprisingly, most people do not know that...

A look back at our 2020 season

12|2020

- Kern River, Kern River Rafting, Visit Kernville

2020 Season Recap… What a year As the end of an unprecedented year for all of humanity is approaching, we are taking the time to look back on our...

7 Best Kern River Hiking Trails

12|2020

- Kern River

Sierra South has complied our favorite Kern River Hiking Trails to make your next hike an easy choice! 1. Valhalla Falls on Salmon Creek Valhalla Falls is a hidden...

How kids can have fun and be safe on the Kern River

11|2020

- Kern River Rafting

A great piece written by Steve Merrow on what the Kern River means to him.

Why Rafting the Forks of the Kern Should Be Your Next Adventure

11|2020

- Kern River Rafting

Forks of the Kern Rafting If you are like our staff at Sierra South then you are always dreaming of or planning your next big adventure. Many of us...

The History of Kern River Rafting

10|2020

- Kern River, Kern River Rafting

40+ Years Of Kern River Rafting History In 2020, top raft guides have the experience, skill, and technology to successfully tackle every section of the Wild and Scenic Kern...

5 Best Campgrounds on the Kern River

10|2020

- Visit Kernville

TOP 5 Campsites close to Kernville, California  The Kern River area is well known for its endless amounts of amazing campgrounds. Sierra South has narrowed down your choices to...

Best Things to do while visiting Kernville, CA

10|2020

- Visit Kernville

Best Things to do in Kernville, CA Kernville has the goods. This small, beautiful, and largely accessible town begins where the Sierra Nevada Mountains begin. The town itself is...

Hot Springs on the Kern River

10|2020

- Kern River

Kern River Hot Springs Everyone loves to sit back, relax, and enjoy beautiful views after a day of rafting right? Visiting one of the hot springs on the Kern...

What are the Oldest and Largest Trees in the World?

04|2020

- Visit Kernville

Did you know the oldest and largest trees in the world are both in California and within short driving distance of Kernville?

How far is the Kern River from Los Angeles?

04|2020

- Kern River

How to get to the Kern River from Los Angeles, San Diego, Bakersfield & Las Vegas

Why I Fell in Love with the Kern River

04|2020

- Kern River

A great piece written by Steve Merrow on what the Kern River means to him.

Wildlife on the Kern River

03|2020

- Kern River

Ever wonder what kind of wildlife you may discover while on the Kern River? Read all about all the great sightings one can witness along the river.

Upper Kern River vs Lower Kern River

03|2020

- Kern River Rafting

The North Fork of the Kern River aka the Upper Kern is born on the steep slopes of the lower 48’s tallest peak, 14,500ft Mount Whitney. Rivers love to...

Ten Best Rapids on the Kern River

03|2020

- Kern River Rafting

10. White Maidens Gusto, Lower KernClass IV This rapid changes a great deal as the water goes up and down. Lucky for us, its fun and challenging characteristics never...

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