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Water

20 Amp

30 Amp

50 Amp

Sewer

WiFi

Cable TV

Facilities

Club House

Laundry Room

Swimming Pool

Hot Tub

Fitness Center

Game Room

Rec Hall

Pavilion

Exercise Room

Restroom/Shower

Restroom Only

Shower Only

Restaurant

Groceries

RV Supplies

ATM Machine

Dog Park

Cocktail Lounge

Dog Washing Station

Pit Toilet

Snack Bar

Play Ground

Services

Escort to Site

Self-Service RV Wash

Metered LP Gas

Firewood

Fishing Supplies

Pet Supplies

Onsite Rentals

Worship Services

Golf Carts

Fishing Guides

Onsite RV Service

Staffed RV Wash

Fishing Licenses

Complimentary Breakfast

Policies

RV Age Restrictions

Pets Welcome

Pet Restrictions

Pet Restriction on Quantity

Pet Restriction on Breed

Pet Restriction on Size

No Pets

Tent Camping Allowed

Folding Tent Campers Allowed

No Tents

No Overnight Guests

Recreational activities in or near the park

Recreational Activities

Archery Range

ATV Riding

Biking

Boating

Body Of Water

Casino

Climbing

Dock

Driving Range

Fishing

Golf

Heated Pool

Hiking

Horseback Riding

Horseshoes

Kayaking

Lawn Bowling

Mini Golf

Paddle Boats

Pickle Ball

Putting Green

Ramp

Sauna

Shuffleboard

Snow Sports

Splash Pad

Swimming

Tennis

Wading Pool

Water Slide

Water Sports

Water Umbrella

Whitewater Rafting

<h2>Overview</h2><p>Buena Vista Aquatic Rec Area is a premier destination for water sports enthusiasts in California’s Central Valley. Situated around two distinct bodies of water, Lake Evans and Lake Webb, this park offers a sprawling environment for high-energy outdoor recreation. It provides a <strong>spacious lakeside camping experience</strong> that serves as a refreshing contrast to the surrounding agricultural plains. Visitors often travel here to enjoy a variety of <strong>aquatic activities</strong> and reliable sunshine.</p><h2>Location & Surroundings</h2><p>Located approximately 25 miles southwest of Bakersfield, the park sits in a quiet, rural pocket of Kern County. The landscape is characterized by its wide-open horizons and the shimmering surfaces of the dual lakes. While the area is dominated by farmland, the park serves as a <strong>vital recreation oasis</strong> for the region. Travelers will find straightforward access via Highway 119, making it an <strong>accessible stop</strong> for those navigating the southern San Joaquin Valley.</p><h2>Amenities & Park Features</h2><p>The park caters well to RVers with over 100 campsites, many of which are equipped with <strong>full hookups</strong> including water, sewer, and electricity. Sites are generally level, offering enough room for modern motorhomes and trailers. Essential facilities include clean restrooms, hot showers, and multiple <strong>boat launch ramps</strong> for water entry. For those looking to relax on land, there are shaded picnic pavilions and miles of paved roads perfect for <strong>scenic biking</strong> along the shore.</p><h2>Nearby Attractions & Things to Do</h2><p>Fishing and powerboating are the primary draws here, with Lake Webb hosting motorized craft and Lake Evans catering to quiet fishing and sailing. Just a short drive away, nature lovers can visit the <strong>Tule Elk State Natural Reserve</strong> to view native species. If you are seeking local culture, Bakersfield offers the historic <strong>Buck Owens' Crystal Palace</strong> and various galleries. The nearby Kern River also provides additional opportunities for seasonal rafting and <strong>wildlife viewing</strong> excursions.</p><h2>Who This Park Is Best For</h2><p>This destination is ideal for active families and travelers who prioritize <strong>boating and fishing</strong> over a traditional, secluded mountain setting. It is a fantastic choice for <strong>group camping</strong> or boaters who appreciate having their vessels just steps away from their RV. Because of its large capacity and open layout, it also suits travelers who want a reliable, well-equipped home base while exploring the unique agricultural heritage and musical history of the <strong>greater Bakersfield area</strong>.</p>



The Buena Vista Aquatic Recreation Area (BVARA) is a popular destination for outdoor recreation in Bakersfield, California. Located on the Kern River, the area offers a variety of activities for visitors, including swimming, fishing, boating, camping, and picnicking. The area is also home to a variety of wildlife, including birds, mammals, reptiles, and amphibians. The park is open year-round and offers a variety of amenities, including restrooms, picnic tables, and a boat launch. Visitors can also enjoy a variety of trails, including the Kern River Trail, which offers stunning views of the river and surrounding area.

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Buena Vista Aquatic Rec Area

Explore Buena Vista Aquatic Rec Area in Bakersfield, CA. This lakeside park offers full hookups, boating, and fishing on two lakes for the ultimate RV trip.

Buena Vista Aquatic Rec Area | Bakersfield, CA RV Camping

This is a nice little park with full hook ups at a great price. The location is a little out of the way. It could use a lot more trees since it is still in the valley.
I enjoy staying here to jump off my day trips around Bakersfield, Taft, or even southern Califonia spots. The lake gets stocked up and they have fishing derbies which can crowd the park, but usually I am able to get reservations.

Located along Interstate 5, short drive into Bakersfield, CA. We did not stay, but found this gem to be a hidden gold mind for rv travels. Its priced just right. Beautiful lake.  Trees everywhere. A home away from home. It gives us another spot to stop and rest during our travels from El Paso, TX and Vacaville, CA

When you have to stop in the middle of no where Bakersfield, this was a great find! We got there past the check in time, but they left the gate open so we were able to drive our RV in, park and sleep comfortably with no noise! Then they let us pay for our spot in the morning. Only $24!!! We did park in a no water or electrical spot so it was cheaper.

But still that included; beautiful view of the lake, coots, blue heron, prairie dogs and hawk. Free showers! Lots of bathrooms and a playground for the kids. Picnic table and a fire pit!

we love this place...we come here yearly for a Medieval camping event with the Society for Creative Anachronism....we build a whole medieval village of tents...a merchant area, a food court, an arts /teaching area, with areas set aside for medieval war scenarios...and for about a week   we live in another time period. The park is a lovely backdrop for our event. Taft and Bakersfield are not far for those who dont like to camp.

Great campground right on the lake. Good fishing, nice and quiet, clean restrooms highly recommend.

great area to combine camping with water activities. lake is very shallow and the water is murky and dirty, but you can wakeboard/paddle-board/swim in it. just don’t get any of it in your sinuses. the campgrounds are large and the grass is nicely cut. some of the bathrooms are okay, while others are prison-style and offer zero privacy. i’m gland that this area exists, but improvements can be made.

This was our first and last time here.  We had hoped for a great experience of camping and fishing. First night was ok.  Then the weekend started. The camp behind us had the music playing very loud all the way past 1 am. After calling the sheriff office and getting the camp host. Which was parked right by these people.  They turned it down a little.  The sites are really in need of resurfacing.  They are pull in round.  You can’t tell where the edge of pavement is to the grass.  We did have our boat parked in the so called grass/ dirt.  The ranger came by very rudely and said it had to be on pavement. Hubby moved boat and truck to what we thought was on the pavement.  But oh no. The ranger came back and our driver wheel was 6 inches into this so called grass.  He wrote us a ticket for being on the grass.   The bathrooms and showers were all closed.  You had to walk to a porta potty. Luckily we have our own bathroom.  We left 3 days early and are going to fight the 40 ticket. Plus. We couldn’t sit outside because the flies are sooo bad.

Sewer hookup on site 15 does not work, causes your sewage to back up and spill out at connection. 15 is listed as water front, should be listed as weird buzzing utilities front, you can see the water off to the side I  front of the next site, but you are NOT parked in front of it. So that is not your view. Ground rodents that look like small prairie dogs scratched at the camper at night and the holes were everywhere. At 10:30am the showers were still not unlocked by the host who we never saw. The bathrooms were backed up and wouldn't flush also they were filthy!

Also this is a campground but google thinks it's a hotel. 🤷‍♀️

The rest rooms are limited, the doors doesn't lock,  there's bugs all over the lights,  and the showers are not open. The playground looks nice but missing swings,  and the black top near the slides are mutated and kids were tripping over them. Not what I expected.  Wish the showers are available. The sink is a button and bugs all over the place. Hard to do night time routine.  NO SWIMMING allowed in the lake! Music is was played well past midnight.

Rustic campground with huge spaces, whole area is flat so no problem leveling  but not the best rv gravel sites.

Situated between a gun range (facing away from the campground thank goodness) and some well fertilized fields, this place is not an ideal camping trip.

That said, it is a good pit stop down I-5 if you're in an RV. Cheap hookup spots with lots of space - better than the roadside RV parks. Dead quiet at night except some bird sounds.

Also good birdwatching, fishing, boating. No swimming allowed right now.

Buena Vista Aquatic Reactional Area/Lake Webb

I will be straight forward:

1. This place has massive of flies (bring some fly traps or spray/etc
2. In the morning, Smells very potent like dairy farm should be
3. Lake is very gorgeous.
4. Clean place
5. Has patrol officer(s) cruising around to make it safer for everybody
6. Site #15 to up, as close as you can get to be camped by the lake.
6. Has boat docking
7. Great for bike riding, walking or hiking
8. Has basketball, volleyball and badminton court.
9. Has playground for kids

It's a great place to witness the great 🌞 and great 🌇.

Me and my wife love camping, boating and  fishing. This is a great relaxing place in early spring and fall. During midsummer rv only recommended in my opinion. We tent camped in spring and trailer camped in summer here. Early morning and evenings were comfortable. During mid day in the trailer with ac blasting. We go during the week so it's relatively peaceful. Weekends can be busy busy. If you don't like bugs probably not your type of place. Part of camping to us. Power was good. Sewer and water all worked as expected. We will definitely return again and again. Restrooms moderately clean. Used are trailer after dark for restroom.

We went there for a day trip with friends that were camping. $7 for day parking (not a bad price). We had a blast. The camping party had a boat, so we were able to go out tubing. You will definitely need water shoes if you plan on going in the lake. The first few feet are sharp pointy rocks so make sure you have them!! Personal note-In the summer, it is very hot, so make sure you bring more water then you think you will need, and apply sunscreen more often then you usually would. HAVE A GREAT TIME!!!!!

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