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Bakersfield, California
Discover the San Joaquin Valley (and Beyond)
Enjoy Easy Access to Sequoia/Kings Canyon National Park at Bakersfield RV Park!
Bakersfield, California was the fastest growing city in the nation in 2005 for a very good reason: it has a lot to offer and is centrally located between some of the most beautiful places on Earth. Two hours north of Los Angeles, two hours from the ocean, two hours from Kings Canyon/Sequoia National Park, and a mild climate make Bakersfield a gem of the San Joaquin Valley.
Bakersfield RV Park invites you to browse all the region has to offer!
Bakersfield Agriculture
Bakersfield Fields of Roses
Years ago, Bakersfield's local farmers discovered the ideal growing conditions for roses exist right here in the San Joaquin Valley. Currently, 50 million plants grace the Greater Bakersfield area and account for 55% of all the commercial roses grown in the United States. Surrounding Wasco, California, "The Rose Capital of the Nation," just 7 miles from our park, you can visit these fields to experience the roses from every color in the rainbow. They bloom from April to November and it makes a great little sightseeing trip.
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This annual event is held the first weekend after Labor Day. Enjoy rose field tours, outdoor faire with vendors, an indoor art gallery show, a carnival, golf tournament and much more!
Bakersfield Orchards
Bakersfield and the San Joaquin Valley grow more crops per acre than any place in the entire world. Every fruit, nut or vegetable that you can think of is grown here: grapes, oranges, lemons, olives, almonds, apples, carrots, cotton, pistachio, peaches, plums, walnuts, and roses just to name a few. You can come any time of the year, take a short drive in any direction and find a farmers market delight.
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Bakersfield Vineyards, Grapes & Raisins
Wine, grapes and raisins are the heart of the agricultural products grown in the greater Bakersfield area. Most of the grapes ripen in August or September and then dry into raisins by the end of September. The almost limitless sunshine turns the fruit as sweet as can be. It’s worth an afternoon to investigate the area to discover the variety of grape crops produced.
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Bakersfield (& Beyond) Entertainment
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This is Buck Owens’ legacy and the place to visit if you appreciate country music, especially "The Bakersfield Sound" pioneered by Buck Owens, Merle Haggard, and the Buckaroos. Buck Owens' Crystal Palace features music and dancing every night of the week, except Monday. There is plenty of good food and entertainment for the whole family. Peruse the memorabilia in the museum, which includes Buck's favorite guitars, suits, album covers and photographs. To get there, just hop on Hwy 99 and drive south about 10 miles from Bakersfield RV Park.
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Camelot Park is a Bakersfield Family Entertainment Center where you can enjoy Mini-golf, Go-Karts, Batting Cages, Bumper Boats, a huge Video Game Arcade, Snack Bar and much more!
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Six Flags Magic Mountain has something for everyone. Enjoy the excitement of 15 wild roller-coasters, including the world’s tallest, fastest and longest, plus family rides, thrill rides, and kid’s rides. There is all-ages entertainment, a variety of dining & shopping, and lots more to explore at this popular theme park. Just go straight down Hwy 99/I-5 South for 90 miles for a great day of fun!
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Disneyland is just 150 miles or just over 2 hours south of Bakersfield. Take the family for a day of fun and adventure at the place "where dreams come true"!
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Bakersfield & Kern County Wildlife
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Tule Elk State Reserve is dedicated to protecting a herd of once-endangered Tule Elk. These majestic animals now have been brought back from sure extinction and are fully protected on the reserve, which only about 20 miles away.
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Kern National Wildlife Refuge is a bird watchers paradise located in the southern portion of California's San Joaquin Valley. Situated on the southern margin of what was once the largest freshwater wetland complex in the western United States, it provides optimum wintering habitat for migratory birds with an emphasis on waterfowl and water birds. The refuge is only 38 miles away.
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Bakersfield Museums
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Founded in 1941 and serving more than 94,000 people each year, the Kern County Museum is on a 16-acre site north of downtown Bakersfield. The museum offers 56 historic exhibits, many in relocated historical structures, including the award winning hands-on oil exhibition "Black Gold - The Oil Experience" and the Lori Brock Children's Discovery Center. The museum is consistently recognized for providing some of the most outstanding educational programs in the state of California on subjects such as Native American Life and Frontier Life.
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Commemorating the Minter Field training base of WWII, this museum promotes the role of aviation in the lives of the people of Kern County and Southern California. Minter Field is home to many flying WWII aircraft, including Stearmans, a Ryan-PT-26, Stinson L-5, North American AT-6 and Harvard, and 2 P-51 Mustangs. Minter Field is the home of Reno Air Race Champions Bill "Tiger" Destefani and "Strega", and 8 time winner Eddie Van Fossen and his AT-6 "Miss T-N-T", which are included in tours. The museum is right across the street from Bakersfield RV Park |
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Whether it is the curiosity of observing California's native animals, seeing and learning about them up close and personal from knowledgeable tour guides or enjoying beautifully landscaped native plants, CALM has everything to provide a perfect outing. |
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The Buena Vista Museum offers a collection of fossils from Kern County, educational collection of area gems and minerals, and Native American artifacts from the local Yokuts tribe.
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The Bakersfield Museum of Art offers a wide array of visual arts experiences through its exhibition & preservation of fine art, educational programs, community outreach, and special events. By doing this, it increase awareness & understanding of the visual arts, promotes & supports the important role the arts play in youth development, and fosters cross-cultural appreciation. |
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This restored railroad station museum offers railroad, agriculture, and local history exhibits, including: a railroad agent's office, the personal effects of General William Rufus "Pecos Bill" Shafter, the Harlin P. Wilson Agricultural Museum, and much more! |
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National Parks
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The world’s largest trees and the breathtaking beauty of the southern Sierra Nevada Mountains make this a must-see trip. Less than two hours away, just take Hwy 99 north for 59 miles, then east on Hwy 198 for another 41 miles to the park entrance. These twin parks are monuments to nature's size, beauty, and diversity!
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Mt. Whitney, the "crown jewel" of Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park, is the highest peak in the “lower 48” states and is the most frequently climbed peak in the United States. If you want an adventure it’s 198 miles away, via Hwy 99 to Hwy 58 to Hwy 14 to Hwy 395. |
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Yosemite was the first park put into the National Park system. With its granite monoliths, spectacular waterfalls, lush meadows, ancient redwoods and extraordinary beauty, it is well worth the time to visit. Go north on Hwy 99, east on Hwy 180, and north on Hwy 41 to the park, about 160 miles away.
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The mild weather in Bakersfield makes it a perfect California golfing destination. There are 4 private golf courses and 6 public golf courses within 37 miles. |
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A reasonably priced 18 hole golf course just 3 1/2 miles away.
An 18 hole golf course that's only 18 miles away.
Another hilly 18 hole golf course with eucalyptus and pine tree-lined fairways 27 miles north.
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An 18 hole golf course just 17 miles away on the other side of Shafter.
Play 18 holes of hilly terrain and tree-lined fairways on this golf course 24 miles away.
This course, 38 miles away, is known for the eight lakes that come into play on eight holes, fast greens, thick fairways and plenty of young trees on the fairways.
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Bakersfield Area Racing
Buttonwillow is just 20 miles away along the same road as Bakersfield RV Park. Join the enthusiastic racing fans that have already discovered the unique offering of this raceway which include: Indy cars, sports cars, motorcycles, go-karts. The Greater Bakersfield location, variety of events and safety features have made Buttonwillow the preferred racing and testing facility in California.
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Mesa Marin is one of California’s finest racing facilities with a half-mile, high-banked paved oval track and test track. It is currently under construction and will open soon. It is 20 miles from our Bakersfield campground.
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Famoso is just 12 miles away and features a 1/4 mile drag strip that has racing almost every weekend in the spring and summer.
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Willow Springs is a 600-acre racing complex of six racetracks embracing nearly every conceivable motor sports discipline. The park is located about an hour north of Los Angeles, California near Lancaster and about 80 miles from our park. The original track at the facility, Willow Springs International Raceway, celebrates its 50th birthday this year. This world-famous track hosted the first two NASCAR events west of the Mississippi. Willow Springs is one of the fastest and most challenging tracks in the country. Also known as the Fastest Road in the West, this track is one of the safest road courses in the world, despite its high velocities. Cornering speeds on this track range from about 70 mph to over 170 mph, with straightaway speeds nearing 200 mph possible with fastest cars and motorcycles. Other facilities include: The Streets of Willow Springs (a 1.8-mile road course); Walt James Stadium (Clay Oval and Paved Oval); Willow Springs Speedway (a lighted 1/4-mile paved oval), Willow Springs Kart Track (a .625-mile, 9-turn paved sprint track); The Playpen (a 1/4-mile paved training track); and approximately 160 acres of off-road, mountainous terrain. Another 1-mile road course and a 1.2-mile road course are now under construction as well.
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Bakersfield (& Beyond) Water Sports
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Lake Ming holds the National Boat Drag Races each year. It offers boating, water skiing, sailing & windsurfing and provides a great picnic and playground area.
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White Water Rafting
Rafting is a cool way to spend a warm spring or summer day. Experience the thrill and challenge of white water rafting. Take an adventurous ride down the Kern River, viewing the water as you’ve never seen it before!
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Kern River Rafting, Biking, Kayaking, Climbing and more!
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KRT has trips to suit all ages and experience levels, with raft trips that last from one hour to three days!
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Pacific Ocean Coast
The Pacific Ocean coast is just 2 hours from Bakersfield. Enjoy day trips visiting the coastal communities of:
And Many Others!
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Get Away to Bakersfield, California in the San Joaquin Valley
Make Bakersfield RV Park Your "Home Base" for Exploring All It Has to Offer!
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Buck Owens' Crystal Palace
Camelot Park
Six Flags Magic Mountain
Disneyland
Tule Elk State Reserve
Kern National Wildlife Refuge
Kern County Museum
Minter Field Air Museum
California Living Museum (CALM)
Buena Vista Museum of Natural History
Bakersfield Museum of Art
Shafter Depot Museum
Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Park
Mt. Whitney
Yosemite National Park
Bakersfield Golf
Buttonwillow Raceway Park
Mesa Marin Raceway
Famoso Raceway
Willow Springs Motor Sports Park
Lake Ming
Mountain & River Adventures
Kern River Tours
