Welcome to Lake Isabella
The mighty Kern River pouring out of the southern edge of the Sierra Nevadas is a source outdoor adventure and adrenaline pumping excitement. River rafting is popular but dangerous sport in spring and summer.
For those who wanting a more mello adventure there are hiking trails, natural sites and spring wildflowers.
Exciting high adventure opportunities for exploring, boating, camping, hiking, watersports, weekend retreats and more.
Warning: All river sport participants should wear a personal flotation device and be accompanied by an experienced guide.
Chuck Richards Whitewater Inc
Box W.W. Whitewater, Lake Isabella, CA 93240; (800) 624-5950;
Outfitter Website;
Outfitter and guide service for river rafting daytrips and overnighters on the Kern River.
Kern River Tours - Whitewater Rafting
PO Box 3444, Lake Isabella, CA 93250; (800) 844-RAFT;
Outfitter Website;
Professionally trained staff provides a variety of adventure trips ranging from mellow to wild.
Mountain & River Adventures
11113 Kernville Rd, Kernville, CA 93238; (800) 861-6553;
Outfitter Website;
Located in the Sequoia National Forest, MRA provides a variety of outdoor recreation activities and tours
within the foothills of the Southern Sierras.
- Whitewater Rafting - One hour to full day rafting adventures
- Bike Tours - Half day to 2-day tours and mountain bike shuttles
- Cannell Plunge - Epic mountain biker descent ride drops participants over 5000 feet in about eight minutes.
- Kernville Fat Tire Festival - Annual October mountain bike 3-day event includes bike rides, meal, bike rodeo, night ride and more.
- Rock Climbing - Rock climbing, climbing wall and repelling classes
- Kayak Eco Tours - Adventures including river kayaking, lake kayaking and Lake Isabella eco tour.
- Wintersports - Snowshoe adventures and cross country ski tours.
- Ropes Course - Team building adventure camp
- MRA Camp Retreat - Campground located on the shores of the Kern River.
Sycamore Canyon Golf Course
500 Kenmar Ln, Arvin, CA; 661-854-4478;
18-hole golf course features lots of tree lined fairways and eight lakes.
Lake Isabella Fishing Derby [MAR]
3rd Weekend in March; Derby Website;
With total prizes of $70,000 and hopefully, a lucky fisherman will catch that special Trout, "Mr or Mrs Ten Grand", worth $10,000 each. Isabella Lake, is one of largest fresh water lakes in southern California.
Lake Isabella County Park
Lake Visitor Center; 760-379-5646;
Park Website;
Popular mountain destination for camping, boating, fishing, water-rafting and hiking.
Located at the top of the Kern River and adjacent to the Sequoia National Forest.
Bakersfield Boy Scouts
Outdoor Recreational Adventure Activities for Youth:
Bakersfield Sports & Recreation
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