Lake Isabella / Kern River KOA

Sophia Scipioni

We booked this KOA for Labor Day weekend. We were so excited for a long relaxing weekend. Checking in we had no issues. Our RV spot was spot 5. It was clean, shady, and full hookups. We were able to set up without issue. Shortly after we got all setup our surge protector kept cutting power due to low voltage. It was around 4:30 and close to 100 degrees. Our RV needs power to run the AC. We sat outside hoping the low voltage issue would pass, it didn’t. And, the smell of raw sewage kept wafting our way while trying to relax outside. My husband went to the office to request maintenance. They came out promptly and suggested we remove our surge protector to solve the low voltage problem. My husband absolutely refused to do that. It’s there to protect the RV. Low voltage can cause overheating and is a potential fire hazard. The next day the issue continued. We let the front office know. It was close to 100 degrees on Saturday of Labor Day weekend. We would not check out till Monday. Between the low voltage and the strong sewage smell we decided to end our vacation. We requested a refund for the nights we did not stay. The manager, Ramona was called and said we would get a refund. That’s to be seen. There were other issues like the women’s restrooms not having toilet paper, soap dispenser broken, bathroom dirty. Staff however, very polite.

David Gonzalez

This is a great site to spend a great time camping whether you have a tent or an RV. The staff are excellent and they maintain a very clean and friendly venue.

Tee Cee

Amazing location right next to where all the outdoor fun is. Melissa checked us in and it was definitely one of the most courteous and friendly welcomes that I've had at any campsite. Very clean and up kept. Will return for another awesome experience

Phil

Pros: Grounds maintained to expectations. Pool Clean, but closed for the season. Cons: HORRIBLE BATHROOMS!!! NOT CLEANED for 3 days. We stayed during 4 days including thanksgiving. In the men's room, 3 out of 5 toilets were out of order for a long time with duct tape around the seat, including the Handicap stall, 1 of 3 showers were out of order. The shower floors were slimy. Had to bring your own toilet paper, because they were empty. Soap dispenser was empty 1 out of 2. Burned out light at entrance, with a 6 digit code to enter to use the bathroom in the dark, in the middle of nowhere?? Poop all over the floor and seats due to overflowing toilets. This is obviously not a priority, because posts from October 1, said the same thing. They were out cleaning the pool, but not the bathrooms. Also, no exhaust vents for the smells, they had a portable fan in the window. Nothing is ADA accessible, curbs and a narrow entrance door to the restrooms. 3 flagpoles at the driveway entrance, with no flags on them. The multiple state parks in the area were cleaner and better maintained that this KOA. I did address my concerns with the manager on Saturday morning. No explanation given from her.

SHAY RANGEL

We came out here because of the beauty and because of the wonderful reviews I had read about Mona the lady who runs this place, and I must say every word was true! We are in a tent and have water and electric hookups which is wonderful, and I couldn't ask for a more nice and welcoming lady as Mona! I had never ran a one cup coffee maker and she stopped her breakfast to come and do it for me which was so nice, and now I know how to do it! (Thank you!) They have a little restaurant that serves biscuits and gravy, a fenced dog area for pets to do their business, a general store onsite that sells supplies like propane bottles, and t-shirts, as well as a small bar next to it, restrooms with showers that are heated, and even a laundry room and play area for kids if you have them, and horse shoes for those of us who don't! It's very fair priced at around 37.00 per night, and if you join their rewards program for 36.00 per year you get 10 percent off of every stay as well as other special coupons for 20 percent off a weekday stay, and other specials too! The stars at night shine so bright it definitely makes you feel closer to God's creation! I recommend this place for anyone camping in an RV, tent, or if you want to rent one of their cabins you can do that as well! Beautiful place, and very nice people!