Description

Bakersfield River Run RV Park is a nicely landscaped, relaxing, big rig friendly, Good Sam campground in central Bakersfield, California. The park is easily accessed from Highway 99 and the Rosedale Highway and is near many interesting shopping, recreation, and entertainment venues. The park makes a great place to stay while traveling through the area or for a longer visit to Bakersfield.

Location

Bakersfield River Run RV Park
3715 Burr St
Bakersfield, CA 93308
Park: (661) 377-3600
Latitude: 35.378199 N, Longitude: -119.047694 W, Elevation: ~492 ft (150 m)

Details

We stayed for two nights at the Bakersfield River Run RV Park in mid April, 2018. Staff was friendly when we placed our reservation and at check-in.

Cost

For two-nights at a 50 amp full hookup back-in site, we paid about $51 per night, including tax and Good Sam discount. There were no fees for an extra vehicle or pets.

Ratings (1-5)

Accessibility – 5/5

The campground is easily accessible via paved roads from Highway CA-99 and the Rosedale Highway. Park lanes are wide, well-maintained asphalt. The park has both pull-thru and back-in sites and can accommodate large rigs. Sites are nicely angled for easy access. The campground facilities have provisions for Universal access.

Facilities/Amenities – 5/5

The campground offers many amenities, including full hookup sites, restrooms and showers, WiFi, 60 channel cable TV, laundry rooms, propane service, dump station and water fill, clubhouse with recreation room and fitness center, and swimming pool with spa. The camp store has basic groceries, RV supplies, souvenirs and tourist info for the local area.

The park also features amenities for groups, including banquet/meeting hall, full kitchen, and large barbecue.

Site quality – 5/5

Sites have full hookups with 50/30/20 amp electric, concrete patio, WiFi, and 60 channel cable TV. Sites are level compacted soil/gravel, with nice grassy areas between sites. Many sites have shade trees. 

Scenic Value – 3/5

The park is nicely landscaped and immaculately maintained, with large grassy areas, many shade trees, and flower beds. The surrounding area is less attractive, though, as the park is set amidst the urban sprawl of Bakersfield.

Location/Isolation – 3/5

The park is an oasis of green amidst the bustling urban sprawl of Bakersfield. The campground is relaxing, but does get noise from the freeways and low flying aircraft.

Paws Friendliness – 4/5

The campground is pet friendly and has DogiPot cleanup stations, but not an enclosed pet run. The park is large enough for a fair walk with your pet. The large grassy areas in the park are nice for pets, but the concrete and asphalt surfaces can become too hot for sensitive paws later in the day. There is a gate with access to the river walk along the Kern River behind the campground.

Overall Rating – 4/5

Overall, the Bakersfield River Run RV Park campgrounds is a nice place to stay while visiting Bakersfield. We enjoyed our stay here and would certainly visit again.

Additional info

Internet access

We received a strong 4G Verizon signal at this campground. The campground has WiFi service, but we did not use it.

Water Quality

The water at this campground tested soft – we did not add our water softener to the water filtration stack.

Nearby Amenities

Grocery stores, restaurants, automotive and RV services are nearby in Bakersfield.

Nearby attractions

Here are a few local attractions and activities:

• Kern County Museum
• The Park at River Walk
• California Area Living Museum (CALM)
• Buck Owens’ Crystal Palace
• Bakersfield Museum of Art
• Kern River Parkway Trail
• Kern River State Park
• Hiking, biking, river rafting & tubing

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