Old Gold Ledge

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Location

Dispersed Camping

Old Gold Ledge is located in California

Detail location of campground

Coordinates

35.87882399999999 N
118.456128 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site
  • Walk-In
    Park in a lot, walk to your site.

Features

For Campers

  • Fires

DISPERSED CAMPING

Enjoy dispersed camping on government land and leave no trace. Pack in and pack out. No (or limited) services at this camping area. Permit may be required.


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3 Reviews

Reviewed Mar. 29, 2026

Quaint but huge

I had this place on my list as, 'rare, only 4 sites' After Calkins and another spot were full up.. I popped over and to my surprise only had another set of campers.
I had spot #2 and for 1 person this place is more than enough. Didn't really know where one site began and another stopped. But was pleasantly surprised. Kernville is just 20 minutes south and had great places to eat.
I moved to site 3 the next day bc it was a bit more secluded. Right next to the river and serene.

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Month of VisitMarch
Reviewed Mar. 22, 2026

Nicest campsite on Kern River

Finally! A beautiful campsite on the Kern River. No amenities other than shaded campsites with nice fire rings close to the river, with river access. There are only four sites here, and they are small. You need to have a vehicle less than 20 to 25 ft. Once you get here you won't want to leave. You can drive a short distance to one of the nearby campsites to dump your trash. No T-Mobile coverage.

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Month of VisitMarch
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Reviewed Mar. 12, 2026

4 dispersed sire on the Kern river

4 small sites, rigs need to be small tight quarters. You can spread out with plenty of room for tents, easy access to the river for swimming and fishing, no toilet, water or trash. Limited bars with at&t but starlink works flawlessly

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the max vehicle length at Old Gold Ledge?

Old Gold Ledge allows vehicles up to 20 feet.

Are fires allowed at Old Gold Ledge?

Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Old Gold Ledge, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.