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Retirement Living in Kern River Valley - California
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The Kern River Valley is still California's best kept secret, as it represents one of the finest areas for recreation, relaxation and abounding beauty. It is nestled in the majestic Southern Sierra Nevada mountain range, just hours from the hub-bub of city living, and is waiting for you to enjoy all it has to offer.
A trip to the Kern River Valley is likened to a step back in time with working cattle ranches, endless vistas of farmland, livestock grazing in the evening cool and quiet that can leave you breathless. The night sky lights up with more stars than one can imagine as you leave city life behind. Whatever it is you're looking for in a vacation, the Kern River Valley has it; if spending time on the water is your choice, put Isabella Lake and the Kern River right on top of your list. Our valley offers whitewater rafting, fishing, sailing, tubing, swimming, kayaking, windsurfing, watersking, or just viewing the large variety of wildlife species that call the valley and river home. The surrounding area offers much to the land-based visitor with bird watching, horseback riding, shopping, skiing, snowboarding, hiking, mountain climbing, biking, gold panning, wildflower viewing, camping, and photographic possibilities.
The Kern River Valley most striking attributes are the clear blue skies and clean country air. When you come to visit, it’s like another world, and you will leave feeling refreshed and relaxed. The Kern River Valley is just three hours from Los Angeles, and one hour from Bakersfield and Ridgecrest. The two main ways to enter into the valley are, from the west, via Bakersfield on Highway 178, through the scenic Kern River Canyon, or from Highway 14 to Highway 178, and then over the historic Walker Pass, from the east.
Includes Cities/Towns: Bodfish, Kernville, Lake Isabella, Onyx, Weldon, Wofford Heights.
Region Characteristics
Urban / City
Rural
Nearby military base
Suburban / Large Community
College Town
Lively downtown business center
Commuter Town
Coastal community
Area Amenities
Things to Do, Recreation & Fitness
Access To Green Space
Fairs & Festivals
Outdoor Concerts
Bike Paths
Fishing
Running Paths
Beach
Golf Course
Shopping
Boating
Hiking
Skiing
Bowling
Hunting
Sporting Events
Casino
Indoor Swim Facilities
Tennis
Continuing Education
Lake
State Park
Dining/Nightlife
Movie Cinemas
Walking Paths
Exercise Facilities
National Park
Cultural Activities
Arts
Lectures
Museums
Ballet
Library
Symphony
Concerts
Live music series
Theater
Films
Public transportation
Bus
Rental cars
Train
Nearby major airport
Subway
VA transportation
Nearby cruise terminal
Taxi
We have 1 taxi, the Kern Regional Transit is our bus system, and we now have a rental car service by Hertz.
Medical Facilities
Major Hospital
Wellness center
VA Hospital
Climate
Monthly Temperatures / Rainfall
Month
Low
Avg
High
Rain
Jan
31.5
F°
45.4
F°
59.3
F°
2.9
"
Feb
34.3
F°
48.4
F°
62.5
F°
2.7
"
Mar
37.4
F°
51.5
F°
65.6
F°
2.4
"
Apr
41.7
F°
56.8
F°
71.9
F°
0.6
"
May
48.8
F°
64.5
F°
80.2
F°
0.3
"
Jun
56.2
F°
73.0
F°
89.8
F°
0.1
"
Jul
62.0
F°
79.4
F°
96.8
F°
0.1
"
Aug
61.3
F°
78.8
F°
96.3
F°
0.2
"
Sep
55.6
F°
72.7
F°
89.8
F°
0.4
"
Oct
45.9
F°
62.8
F°
79.7
F°
0.5
"
Nov
35.1
F°
50.9
F°
66.6
F°
1.3
"
Dec
30.5
F°
45.3
F°
60.0
F°
1.8
"
Flooding is only if we had a bad fire season, they ask us to inform people of mudslides.
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Kern River Valley, CA
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Senior Assistance in
Kern River Valley, CA
Kern River Valley, California offers the following assistance for seniors:
Elder-care facilities
Meals on Wheels
Van services for seniors
Home care
Senior center
Visiting nurses
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