Frandy Park Campground is located in the small town of Kernville, which is part of central California. Kernville is a few dozen miles to the northeast of Bakersfield, California, and the campground is just south of the Sequoia National Forest. The landscape directly surrounding the property can be considered a "high desert." The Kern River—which runs through Kernville—is the border of Frandy Park's western edge. Viewing the wildlife of the region, hiking on various nature trails, and mountain biking are examples of activities that are common to guests of Frandy Park Campground.
The grounds that make up Frandy Park Campground include various different kinds of RV sites, which total in number to be 93. Sixteen of the sites are classified as "full hook-up," which provide access to electricity and water usage. The sites that are located near the water's edge are aptly named "waterfront sites," of which there are 20. Other categories of RV sites at Frandy Park Campground include "back-in sites," "dry camping sites," and "pull-thru." Additionally, the establishment offers more non-traditional camping units such as wagons and Indian teepees. The wagons are able to sleep up to six people and have been installed with basic electrical outlets for the use of charging phones or tablets. The total acreage of the campground is 22, though 5 of those acres are not usable by visitors to the property.
Property-wide amenities include a dump station, Wi-Fi, showers, and a Frandy Park is located in the center of Kernville, with various restaurants and stores within walking distance. The closest attraction to the property, however, is the Kern River. Waterfront RV sites allow for direct access to the water, but features such as the three river rafting companies on the premises are available for all guests staying at Frandy Park Campground. For guests that already have their own equipment, there are also pull-out access areas. Other on-site activities include volleyball, tetherball, picnicking, and fishing. Either by fly fishing or by casting directly from the riverbank, patrons have caught species such as golden trout, rainbow trout, and crappies. Located near the campground—but not necessarily inside it—are attractions such as hiking trails and mountain biking trails of varying difficulties.
Frandy Park Campground has a small store in the center of the property, offering camping essentials such as firewood and ice, as well as snacks, toys, games, candy, ice cream, and soda.
One of the primary goals of Frandy Park Campground is to cater to family demographics. Many of the features of the campground were designed with the intention of hosting large groups, and the varying events that are hosted on-site help to build the "community" of the property. Some examples of activities at Frandy Park include movie nights every Saturday and Wednesday evening.
The property has grown over the years to allow for more of these groups to stay on the grounds at any given moment. Recent improvements to Frandy Park include remodeling the restrooms, adding more hook-up sites, clearing new land, including the ability to rent out cabins, and updating the campground store. Visitors to Frandy Park Campground frequently mention the improvements that are being made to the campsites, the size of the RV sites, the personable attitudes of the staff, and the proximity to the river. One guest left the following review: "Frandy is a great park right on the Kern River and right in the center of town. The management is extremely professional and the facilities are kept up very well indeed. There is plenty of room for every RV size."
The city of Kernville is known for its assortment of outdoor activities, antique shops, and "quaint restaurants." There are several places to golf within Kernville and the surrounding region, one of which includes the Kern Valley Golf Course. Speaking of the distinct businesses and attractions around the area, one guest said, "There's all sorts of businesses outside of the campground, even a grocery store. Overall I think the campground is located in a great spot."
Frandy Park Campground was initially established in 1990. Over the years, it was passed down through the family until eventually ending up in the hands of Beverly Demetriff in 2005, who is the current owner today. Beverly entered the lodging industry when the campground was passed down to herself and her husband. She dedicated herself to making it a larger attraction than it had been in the past. Many of the improvements that have occurred at Frandy Park Campground have been a result of that dedication.
11252 Kernville
Kernville, California 93238
United States
Campground
Beverly Demetriff
