The Top 20 Attractions in Kern County
There are plenty of places to see and visit in Kern County. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Kern County is a region where 20
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
Last updated: October 12, 2025
Walker Pass marks a subtle transition from the arid, rugged terrain of the Mojave Desert to the varied landscape of the Sierra. This is a crucial point for PCT hikers …
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This is the main section of hiking on the buried Los Angeles aqueduct, starting after crossing the open California aqueduct. In the beginning you can either hike by balancing on …
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When you learn about the Los Angeles Aqueduct for the first time, you imagine this water pipe going on for miles and miles. In reality, the stretch along the PCT …
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On your way along the LA Aqueduct you already passed some windmills. Now you are entering a massive wind park stretching all the way to Highway 58. And yes, the …
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This is a popular spot to hitch into the towns of Tehachapi (West) or Mojave (East). At the trailhead you will find a picnic bench with possible water cache, shaded …
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The local trail angel who manages this spot is just awesome. Not only will you most likely find water during hiker season. There are chairs, sun umbrellas, a small library …
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Red Rock Canyon State Park's Hagen Trail winds past red-tinged sandstone curtains, rock windows and desert bluffs. Well over 100 movies have been filmed at Red Rock Canyon State Park, …
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Climbing Mount Pinos from village of Pine Mountain Club in Southern California is a journey high into the serene Jeffrey pine and white fir forests of the Los Padres National …
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Before descending into the canyon the trail splits and affords a great overview of the river running down the barren canyon and the trail climbing out on the opposite side.
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Directly across the street from the Tehachapi Museum is another local treasure that provides visitors with a true look back at early life in Tehachapi. The Errea House is the …
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