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If you want to try RV camping Bakersfield California, there are several things that you should keep in mind. Whether you're going to be in Bakersfield for a day, a week, or longer, you will want to choose a place to stay that is right for your needs, and is appropriate for your RV. RV camping Bakersfield California is popular, though, which helps you because there has already been a lot of groundwork laid to attract people to the area.

Whenever you are going on a RV camping trip you should learn a little bit about the place you are visiting. RV camping Bakersfield California is no exception, so you should do a little research about events and happenings that will work well for your trip. The city has many old and celebrated Basque restaurants which serve multi-course, traditional meals, as well as a la carte dinners. Bakersfield also has a long tradition in country music – the city's nickname is “California's country music capital” – and is also the home of the famous metal band KoRn. And for racing enthusiasts, there is the Bakersfield raceway.

When you are looking for camp grounds for RV camping Bakersfield California, you will see that there are several. The most popular are the Bakersfield KOA and the Bakersfield Palms. The KOA location offers accomodations ranging from tent sites to large pull through locations for larger RVs, free morning coffee, and a swimming pool, for competitive rates. Bakersfield Palms is set among many palm and fruit trees. Its amenities include WiFi internet access throughout the Internet hotspot inside the campground, instant phone service for all RV sites, and a mini-mart for whatever you forget to pack.

After your decided where to stay when RV camping Bakersfield California, you can decide what to do when you're on your trip. There is a very popular theme park located about 80 miles south of Bakersfield, Six Flags Magic Mountain in Valencia, that makes for a good day trip for those who like to ride rollercoasters. During the summer months, there is also a popular water park nearby to Magic Mountain, called Hurricane Harbor, which is a good way to escape the desert heat.

There are some things to keep in mind while RV camping Bakersfield California, and when planning your trip. If you are going to go during the summer months, remember that driving conditions during the day can be extreme. Be sure that your RV is in good running condition, recently serviced, and the like. And don't forget the sun-screen!

 

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Could be stormy opening day for vacation season
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California college student goes missing in Yosemite - Reuters


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California college student goes missing in Yosemite
Reuters
John Paul Chaufan Field, a senior at the University of California at Santa Cruz, was last seen at mid-morning on Saturday at a campsite near Kibbie Lake in the park's Hetch Hetchy area, Yosemite spokesman Scott Gediman said.
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Yosemite ranked most affordable vacation spot - Fresno Business Journal


Yosemite ranked most affordable vacation spot
Fresno Business Journal
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Holiday travelers head to the hills - Union Democrat


Holiday travelers head to the hills
Union Democrat
“Holiday weekends in Yosemite are always busy,” said spokeswoman Kari Cobb. Cobb said the park's busiest times are between 10 am and 2 pm, so visitors are advised to come either early or late. All of the park's campsites were booked five months prior ...

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Student found safe after two days missing in Yosemite - Reuters


Student found safe after two days missing in Yosemite
Reuters
By Dan Whitcomb | LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - A 22-year-old college student who went missing in Yosemite National Park in California two days ago has been found safe about five miles (eight kilometers) from the campsite where he was last seen, ...

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Thursday Travel Ticker: Drop expected in LAX holiday travel - Los Angeles Times


Thursday Travel Ticker: Drop expected in LAX holiday travel
Los Angeles Times
Yosemite fire managers say grasses and other vegetation at the lower elevations have begun to dry out faster than usual because of the low snowpack the park received over the winter.... The Best Western Plus Yosemite Gateway Inn recently broke ground ...

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California college student goes missing in Yosemite - Chicago Tribune


California college student goes missing in Yosemite
Chicago Tribune
John Paul Chaufan Field, a senior at the University of California at Santa Cruz, was last seen at mid-morning on Saturday at a campsite near Kibbie Lake in the park's Hetch Hetchy area, Yosemite spokesman Scott Gediman said.

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