NOTES: Northeast of Bakersfield and north of Kernville, the Kern River offers exciting flyfishing opportunities for trophy trout. The upper Kern River is a 20 mile section north of Lake Isabella and Kernville that is especially popular for its deep pools, long deep runs and short runs. Of special note is the Johnsondale Bridge section which is a 4 mile protected area with special regulations for the rainbow trout.
The lower Kern River is below Lake Isabella and runs 40 miles to Bakersfield. This stretch is know for small mouth bass and rainbow trout.
FOR MORE
INFORMATION: SNF (760) 376-3781; CA Tourism (800) GO-CALIF; Kern River Fly Fishing Service (866) 347-4876.
SEASON: Any
RATING: Moderate
BREAKFAST JOINT: Unknown
BASE CAMP: NFS Fish Creek Campground; NFS Troy Meadow Campground
