Fourth of July weekend we decided to head up to the cabin for some cooler weather. One important…read morestop before we head to the cabin was a quick visit to James store. Kernville was wall-to-wall people everyone enjoying the Mountains, sunshine, Kern, river, and America's 250th birthday. James store was busy as might be expected on the big holiday weekend. I headed to the meat department too many choices. I decided on 2 habanero and 2 black pepper chicken kebabs to barbecue and a 6 pack of carnation drumsticks for dessert. The store looked great decorated and fully stocked they were ready for 4 July holiday. Shelly my cashier was super, all check stands were open very little waiting. Our barbecued kebabs Saturday night were delicious seasoned perfect and the marinade just right. The drumsticks hit the spot as well. Happy birthday America

Just had Chinese food from deli counter...I have to say, it was very very good!!…read moreDefinitely heading back for more next Tuesday. Don't tell anyone....more for me!

Riverkern General Store is one of those places that makes you want to come back every time you're…read morein the Kern River area. The staff is genuinely friendly, welcoming, and always willing to help. The store has everything you could need--from camping and fishing supplies to snacks, drinks, and groceries--and the deli is outstanding. The tri-tip is incredible, and everything tastes fresh and homemade. It's the perfect stop whether you're grabbing breakfast before a day on the river or picking up supplies for your trip. The small-town atmosphere and excellent customer service make this place a true local gem. I can't recommend it enough! Riverkern General Store and Deli is an absolute must-visit when you're in the Kern River area.

1. Not closed. Open and amazing. 2. This little store has…read morejust about anything you might need on a trip, whether it's because you forgot to bring it up with you or you just want to pack light and buy stuff here and at very reasonable prices. 3. TRI TIP!!! We stayed across the street at the Sequoia Lodge, and in the morning you can see them start the smoker and that sweet smell... Their little restaurant is phenomenal. The various hot sauces are a great touch, but the service and smiles that come with it are the cherry on top. Anything with tri-tip, but especially the breakfast burrito and their French toast (no tri tip, lol) are to die for.

This place pretty much your one stop for everything you will need in Kernville and surrounding…read moreareas. It is the first stop you will see heading into Kernville. They have plenty of restrooms right across from it. They are very knowledgable of the area, offer fishing licenses, some camping and fishing gear, plenty of snacks, propane, ice, gift-shop, drinks, beer, lotto, Shell gasoline and other items. It is also very clean and the people I have encountered working the counter have always been very welcoming and friendly.

This place has everything. Food, drink, rafts, sunscreen, apparel, you name it. Floor to ceiling…read morepacked with all your river hang needs and they were they only store open before 8am which was helpful preparing for our rafting day.

I wouldn't recommend them if you're doing a same-day trip to Kernville, since they don't have…read moreshowers to rinse off before your drive home. The changing station just has a dirt floor, which really surprised me (we prefer to get clean!). The general service was mediocre, but the guides were absolutely amazing. The Lower Kern was a great starter rafting trip for my brother and his kids. Jeff/Seth did a great job.

Another 5 star adventure!…read more My family has made a (near) annual visit to Kernville for the past 10 years and we try to book a rafting experience. Today my family of four enjoyed another trip down the lower Kern and several class 3 & 4 rapids. We were treated well, the guides were professional, and we all felt safe. Looking forward already to our trip next year!

I recently acquired my first road bike, and while all of the staff we interact with in the shop are…read moregreat (Cameron & Tony typically), today Owner Kerry Ryan performed a fitment for me on the new bicycle. It's so cool to watch a seasoned pro perform their craft. Kerry took one look at my seat and new it wasn't right for the job. Took some measurements, got my seat and bars adjusted, accessed a handful of additional quirks that needed some love, and got me out the door the same day. This all made a huge difference in the feel of my ride and the comfort of my body, and I'm stoked to have such a great resource right around the block from my home. Can't wait to put more hours in the saddle. Thanks again for sharing your time and talent Kerry & team! -AW

I brought my bicycle here when the derailer fell off and the brakes stopped working right. When I…read moredropped it off on Sunday afternoon around 1:30 they said it would be ready on Tuesday. I told them at the service department that the bike would not shift gears going up, that the shifter only worked right when downshifting. Imagine my surprise when they text me less than three hours later saying my bike is ready. It seemed OK, they asked me to ride it in the parking lot. It was 5:50, and they closed in ten minutes. The bike shifted OK for a couple of cycles up and down. As much as I was happy to get the bicycle back the same day, I was not happy after riding it several time and from gears five thru eight still trouble upshifting. I truly wish they had kept the bike until Tuesday, maybe the bike would shift properly. I did not need to get my bicycle back fast as much as I needed to get my bicycle back FIXED.

My grandson, on a solo thru hike on the PCT, needed to resupply. This store had what he needed,…read moregood prices and a very knowledgeable, friendly and efficient owner/service person.

Some times people are stupid when they post a picture and tell you that the business in the picture…read moreis one thing and it is actually not the business in the picture is something completely different. That is not Todd's Outdoor Supply, it is S&M COINS AND COLLECTABLES. DUH

While shopping at this Bakersfield landmark camping and military supply store, several workers were…read moreinstrumental in making my shopping experience a memorable one. They not only made me feel welcome but they were very knowledgeable as well. Their camping and military supply store is off the hook good! I thought the former Supply Sergeant was good, they can't hold a candle to this well established business. Besides that they off the above said items, they main gig is nuts and bolts and boy oh boy do they have a slew of both! Johnny, John and Mark are the best guys in the world! I would recommend them for any need that arises when it comes to the above said items!

Great surplus store with a big selection and decent prices. It's a great place to pick up camping…read moregear.

We had a really good experience purchasing our 5th wheel from Camping World in Bakersfield. Kelly,…read moreTom, David, and especially Drew were all great to work with and made the buying experience a positive one. I especially want to recognize Drew in finance. He was professional, knowledgeable, helpful, and genuinely seemed to care about making sure everything was handled correctly. In my opinion, Drew deserves a promotion to General Manager. He has the attitude, professionalism, and customer service skills to carry that location and make it an amazing place to do business. Unfortunately, I can't say the same about my experience with the current General Manager. In my opinion, the Bakersfield location would be much better served with someone like Drew leading the team. Drew stood out to us as someone who knows how customers should be treated and how a business should be run. Thank you again to Kelly, Tom, David, and Drew for making our 5th wheel purchase a great experience. Drew, keep doing what you're doing--you deserve the recognition and a promotion!

We recently had bodywork and paint done on our 2019 Tiffin Allegro Red in Bakersfield by Tammy…read moreMendel in her body shop. What an amazing job!! The paint was as good or better than the factory paint. We were so impressed with her work. We highly recommend.

We love Rivernook! It's such a beautifully located campground right in the Kern River. We've been…read moretwo years in a row over mid-September. They have hot showers, a small store with firewood and water, and located a short drive from a great market. The downtown has a great vibe and great food at the various cafes and pubs. My only qualm would be that our site had a lot of fire ants, which bit us and our dog which hurts like a bugger. We will continue to visit the campground!

It was an amazing place to stay at Kern River was so awesome (check out Big Daddy, it's so…read morebeautiful). The customer service was okay. I personally felt that they were treating my group and I like we were stupid or something. We had a big wasp problem at our campsite and though they did help us by putting up a trap, they acted like it was completely up to us to fix their problem. That only happened one night but the wasps did resurface the next morning so we left as soon as possible. We also had a big skunk problem at our site. We couldn't relax at the campfire because the skunks would come up to us every couple of minutes and we would have to shoo them away. They would also rummage through our stuff which was covered and put away to our best extent. They thankfully didn't mess with the tent but they did spray a bit when we were trying to sleep. This was both nights. If you're someone who is willing to look past that and persevere definitely try this place it is so worth it. I would maybe come back, as long as I wouldn't have to deal with the wasps again lol. I will say the restrooms and showers were very clean so that does encourage me to not be shy on coming back.

A true local store that has everything you need for a great day on the river. The shop manager was…read morewelcoming and gave us a few tips. The had plenty of options at good prices and had an assortment of clinics to try. Now, if you are looking to get into the places the local fish then you'll need a guide. Look no further than Rob Buhler! My son wanted to learn to fly fish for his birthday and I hadn't picked up a rod for 20 years. Rob gave us a fantastic, practical four hour lesson on the river. He took his time teaching fundamentals and made every cast fun. Rob was incredibly knowledgeable about the river, fish, fauna, and the geological history of the area. In addition, he was huge on safety and environmental protection which was a massive positive. Don't think twice about asking for Rob the next time you're in the Kernville area and need a pro. He was so committed to the craft and gave off the vibe of the cool uncle everyone wants to have around. A real gift to the area and we're so glad the shop has folks like him on staff.

This is the second trip up for me in as many years. Booked a full day trip with 2 other friends…read morewith Chaz Paul as our guide. We had an incredible time and Chaz more than delivered. He was punctual, had clearly put in research/work ahead of time, and spent the entire day bouncing back and forth between three different anglers of varied skill levels (and several locations). He offered tips, good feedback, and introduced us to Euronymphing. Guy and Dano in the shop are always great. Caught plenty of fish and Chaz made a special trip even more special.