Camping at Lake Isabella

Public campgrounds, private sites, cabins and RV options near Lake Isabella, plus the supplies you'll need.

⚠
Algae bloom caution. Advisory posted near Keysville Beach, Kern River on Aug 27, 2026. Keep kids and dogs out of discolored or scummy water. Source: California Water Boards bloom reports.

Photo: Marek Ślusarczyk (Tupungato) Photo portfolio · CC BY 3.0 · Wikimedia Commons

Rentals, stays & trips for Lake IsabellaPartner links · same price for you
Private campsiteWhen the public sites are fullHipcamp Rent a boat on Lake IsabellaPontoons, ski and fishing boats from local ownersBoatsetter Stay near Lake IsabellaLake cabins, vacation homes and hotelsExpedia · Vrbo Fishing charterHalf and full-day trips, gear includedViator

Heads up: Off-season trips are quieter. Many owners still rent on calm, sunny weekends.

Private campsiteHipcamp · partner link→
← Lake Isabella trip plannerBoat rentals →Fishing →Water level →

Where to stay

Campgrounds near Lake Isabella

  • Auxiliary Dam Campgroundfee: yes · 0.6 mi from the water
  • French Gulch Campgroundfee: yes · 0.8 mi from the water
  • Pioneer Point Campgroundfee: yes · 1.0 mi from the water
Saturday75°FSunnyWind 0 to 10 mph E
Sunday76°FSunnyWind 0 to 10 mph SSE

National Weather Service forecast. Afternoon wind builds on big lakes; plan crossings for the morning.

Gas and fuel docks

  • Shell
    1.7 mi
  • Chevron
    4.1 mi
  • Texaco
    4.1 mi
  • Mobil
    8.0 mi

Groceries and ice

  • Grocery OutletIce6415 Lake Isabella Boulevard
    1.5 mi
  • VonsIce5610 Lake Isabella Boulevard, Lake Isabella
    2.2 miCall
  • Shell
    2.3 mi
  • Kern Food Mart
    3.7 mi

RV dump and fresh water

  • RV dump stationDump station
    0.6 mi

Ranger stations

  • Frog Meadow Guard Station
    16.6 mi
  • Hot Springs Ranger Station
    19.1 mi

Hospitals and urgent care

  • Kern Valley HospitalEmergency6412 Laurel Avenue, Mountain Mesa
    3.7 miCall
  • Tule River Indian Health Center
    31.9 mi
  • Kaiser Permanente East Hills Medical Offices3700 Mall View Road, Bakersfield
    32.3 mi
  • Crestwood Psychiatric Health Facility - BakersfieldEmergency6700 Eucalyptus Drive, Bakersfield
    32.5 miCall

Good to know

Questions about Lake Isabella

Where can I camp near Lake Isabella?

Campgrounds near the water include Auxiliary Dam Campground, French Gulch Campground, Pioneer Point Campground. When public sites are full, private sites nearby are listed on Hipcamp.

Is Lake Isabella stocked with fish?

Yes. The most recent state planting report for Lake Isabella lists Trout the week of 2026-04-26. Sign up on this page to get an email when it's stocked again.

Is there gas near Lake Isabella?

The closest listed fuel is Shell, about 1.7 miles from the water.