Guidebook for Kernville
Sightseeing
With a gorgeous drive alongside the river to get to the Trail of 100 Giants, you will be blown away by the trail and all that nature has to offer.
110 locals recommend
Trail of 100 Giants Trailhead
County Route 107With a gorgeous drive alongside the river to get to the Trail of 100 Giants, you will be blown away by the trail and all that nature has to offer.
Dome Rock is a breathtaking viewpoint with sights of valleys, mountains, and forests.
32 locals recommend
Dome Rock
Dome Rock is a breathtaking viewpoint with sights of valleys, mountains, and forests.
Food Scene
This section has a variety of recommended restaurants that are all within walking distance of the White House.
The KRBC being the only brewpub in Kernville, they have a very simple but diverse menu. Along with their many locally named and brewed beers.
86 locals recommend
Kern River Brewing Co
13415 Sierra WayThe KRBC being the only brewpub in Kernville, they have a very simple but diverse menu. Along with their many locally named and brewed beers.
This very small, but comfortable restaurant is better for an intimate dinner. It is the only Italian food in Kernville, with many delicious wines.
29 locals recommend
That's Italian
9 Big Blue RdThis very small, but comfortable restaurant is better for an intimate dinner. It is the only Italian food in Kernville, with many delicious wines.
The best pizza in town, family-owned, and great for bigger groups with the outside patio or inside dining area.
43 locals recommend
Pizza Barn
11401 Kernville RdThe best pizza in town, family-owned, and great for bigger groups with the outside patio or inside dining area.
Right by the river, this restaurant has Mexican and American food in order to easily decide on one place to eat for the whole crew.
21 locals recommend
El Rio Mexican & American Food
13423 Kern River DrRight by the river, this restaurant has Mexican and American food in order to easily decide on one place to eat for the whole crew.
Ewings is located on the cliffs of the Kern River. Owners Neal and Amie Preston have loved bringing back the old essence of Ewings. A place for families, couples and out-of-town guests to enjoy a meal overlooking the rapids of the kern, and the lights of the little town of Kernville that was established in 1864.. The owners of the restaurant are also the same owners as the White house. This family has put a lot of time into making unforgettable spaces in this valley for visitors and locals, this restaurant being one of them. If you are looking for a craft cocktail on date night, family time at dinner, or a locally brewed beer at the bar, this is the place for you.
71 locals recommend
Ewings on the Kern
125 Buena Vista DrEwings is located on the cliffs of the Kern River. Owners Neal and Amie Preston have loved bringing back the old essence of Ewings. A place for families, couples and out-of-town guests to enjoy a meal overlooking the rapids of the kern, and the lights of the little town of Kernville that was established in 1864.. The owners of the restaurant are also the same owners as the White house. This family has put a lot of time into making unforgettable spaces in this valley for visitors and locals, this restaurant being one of them. If you are looking for a craft cocktail on date night, family time at dinner, or a locally brewed beer at the bar, this is the place for you.
Outdoor Activities
White water rafting, hiking, tubing, and more are offered at Sierra South.
29 locals recommend
Sierra South Mountain Sports
11300 Kernville RdWhite water rafting, hiking, tubing, and more are offered at Sierra South.
The Needles are a formation of four granite rocks perfect for hiking and or climbing.
14 locals recommend
The Needles
The Needles are a formation of four granite rocks perfect for hiking and or climbing.
This trail goes through the mountains just above Kernville, it is good to walk up or ride on a mountain bike.
Cannell Meadow
Cannell MeadowThis trail goes through the mountains just above Kernville, it is good to walk up or ride on a mountain bike.
Just Outstanding Trail
Road No 622The Just Outstanding trail is a downhill single-track ride through the trees.
Coffee House Vibe
This cafe has wonderful coffee, smoothies, and salads to enjoy either for take-out to walk around the park or inside with great WFI and a warm ambiance.
29 locals recommend
Big Blue Bear
101 Piute DrThis cafe has wonderful coffee, smoothies, and salads to enjoy either for take-out to walk around the park or inside with great WFI and a warm ambiance.
Sugar Cravings
This new yogurt and dessert shop has been a wonderful addition to Kernville. If you want to satisfy your sugar cravings, this is the place to be.
Something Sweeter
11117 Kernville RdThis new yogurt and dessert shop has been a wonderful addition to Kernville. If you want to satisfy your sugar cravings, this is the place to be.
City/town information
Kernville is a cozy small town that has many attractions to keep the family busy. Things like rafting, biking, hiking, tubing, tanning at the river, or jet skiing on the lake are all available for you and your family.
50 locals recommend
Kernville
Kernville is a cozy small town that has many attractions to keep the family busy. Things like rafting, biking, hiking, tubing, tanning at the river, or jet skiing on the lake are all available for you and your family.
Stores
A family-owned grocery store just right below the White House has anything and everything you might need during your stay.
30 locals recommend
Sierra Gateway Market
13432 Sierra WayA family-owned grocery store just right below the White House has anything and everything you might need during your stay.
If you need OTC medicine or even a prescription that you may have forgotten, this small drug store will be able to accommodate your needs.
6 locals recommend
The Drug Store
111 Piute DrIf you need OTC medicine or even a prescription that you may have forgotten, this small drug store will be able to accommodate your needs.