We were in two minds about rafting on the Kern but the welcoming crew at Kern Valley Outfitters made it an easy choice. A half day trip through 4 rapids left us all grinning from ear to ear. A proper…Full review by Brian H
Aug 23, 2023
Great trip!!! Guide was knowledgeable and friendly. I can’t wait to do this again. The whole staff made this a great experience.Full review by Wander65476682711
Aug 18, 2023
Really impressed with this outfitter - we did an overnight trip, which combined an exciting and fun part of the Kern river with a really organized, thoughtful, and I'd even say glamorous campsite and…Full review by BrandonRio
We are going down a 2 day trip, can we pack sunblock on the raft for the day, etc... things that wont get wet? Trying to figure how to take photos when possible while rafting all day. Also at night I see someone suggested bug spray but can we bring beer etc for the camp fire at night?
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Yes you can (and should) bring water and sunscreen on the boat. There’s a bag where it can be stored, but keep in mind that it’s not waterproof and everything WILL get wet. I …
Yes you can (and should) bring water and sunscreen on the boat. There’s a bag where it can be stored, but keep in mind that it’s not waterproof and everything WILL get wet. I recommend leaving your phone behind and just living in the moment. It’s also not safe to take pictures while on the raft, as they’ll need you to paddle. If you must bring a phone, put it with your gear that will get towed separately to camp (along with your beer!).
We are taking the two day rafting tour these weekend, and I was wondering what the campsite is like. Is it pretty rustic or are there facilities such as bathrooms/showers?
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The campsites themselves are pretty rustic and close together, though there are fire pits at each one. For the grounds there are bathrooms with running water that are open 24/7 and …
The campsites themselves are pretty rustic and close together, though there are fire pits at each one. For the grounds there are bathrooms with running water that are open 24/7 and (free) showers that are open during the day.
I would like to know how much white water is there?. We have tubes. Would this be good to go down the river with.? Is it tiny rapids? Is it calm? Or really fast.? Just tubing.
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Hi Jesus, water levels vary dramatically each year. As of 7/12/18 water flows on the Upper Kern river are tubing appropriate. Keep in mind that you should always wear a …
Hi Jesus, water levels vary dramatically each year. As of 7/12/18 water flows on the Upper Kern river are tubing appropriate. Keep in mind that you should always wear a PFD (life jacket) and if you don't have any I will let you rent them out for free. My company focuses on guided whitewater trips, so admittedly I am a bit out of the loop for tubing, so I suggest getting in touch with my friend Tom Moore who owns Sierra South as he offers both.
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