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Kern River Preserve

Opens at 7:00 AM
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9 reviews
+1 (760) 378-2531
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The trail starts to the right of the visitor's center
The trail starts to the right of the visitor's center
You'll see a lot bird feeders at the cluster of buildings
You'll see a lot bird feeders at the cluster of buildings
Where are the keys?
Where are the keys?
The entrance to the Preserve is right across the road from this mound of boulders
The entrance to the Preserve is right across the road from this mound of boulders
The trail
The trail
You're almost there
You're almost there
18747 Highway 178
Weldon, CA 93283
Opens at 7:00 AM

Hours

Sun7:00 AM-6:00 PM
Mon7:00 AM-6:00 PM
Tue7:00 AM-6:00 PM
Wed7:00 AM-6:00 PM
Thu7:00 AM-6:00 PM
Fri7:00 AM-6:00 PM
Sat7:00 AM-6:00 PM
+1 (760) 378-2531
http://kern.audubon.org

The Kern River Preserve, located in Weldon, CA, is a renowned destination for bird enthusiasts and nature lovers. As a part of the National Audubon Society, their mission is to protect birds and their habitats, ensuring their preservation for future generations.

With a focus on conservation and restoration of natural ecosystems, the Kern River Preserve works tirelessly to safeguard wildlife and promote biodiversity. Through their programs and initiatives, they aim to create a culture of conservation and raise awareness about the importance of preserving our natural resources.

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4.09 reviews
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Trina B.
11/9/2021

I've had great times at the Kern River Preserve. Lots to see and learn about. Very interesting. Sometimes, well before Covid anyway, people would come and they would have something going on at...

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McKenzie S.
11/12/2020

Definitely a super hidden gem in the Kern River Valley. Kern River Preserve has always been on my list of places to visit and finally, over the summer, I had a chance to explore. Mind you, the...

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Paul L.
4/23/2009

You know those nature sound CDs meant to soothe your fraying nerves? I'm not talking about the new-age stuff churned out on synthesizers by frizzy-haired German-Swiss guys in burlap clothing....

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Jenn B.
10/14/2016

If you are into birding at all you will love this place. It's near what is left of Lake lsabella. There is a short drive down a dirt road off of the main road. We were immediately greeted by...

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Barbara H.
9/30/2017

Hubster and I had the place to ourselves. Very peaceful. Be sure to sign in when you arrive and sign out when you leave. We will definitely be returning in winter and the spring.

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