Auxiliary Dam Campground campground
Auxiliary Dam Campground
Reservations are required to secure a spot at Auxiliary Dam Campground. It is highly recommended to make reservations in advance, as availability can be limited during peak seasons. The campground is open year-round, allowing visitors to enjoy the beauty of the area in any season.
The best time to visit Auxiliary Dam Campground is during the spring and fall months when the weather is mild and the surrounding landscape flourishes. It is worth noting that summers can be quite hot, so visitors should come prepared with appropriate sun protection and plenty of water.
While camping at Auxiliary Dam Campground, be sure to explore the nearby hiking trails that offer breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains and valleys. Wildlife sightings are common, so keep a respectful distance and avoid approaching or feeding wild animals. Additionally, it is essential to practice good fire safety and adhere to any fire restrictions that may be in place to prevent wildfires and preserve the natural beauty of the area.
What's on-site at Auxiliary Dam Campground
Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.
Plan your trip down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.
Other campgrounds in the area
Snoflo-tracked campsites within driving distance of Auxiliary Dam Campground, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Auxiliary Dam | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Old Isabella | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Main Dam | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| French Gulch Group Campground | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Pioneer Point | ✓ | ✓ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Auxiliary Dam Campground -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Sf Kern R Nr Onyx Ca | 121 cfs | → |
| Deer C Nr Fountain Springs Ca | 19 cfs | → |
| Sf Tule R Nr Cholollo Campground Nr Porterville Ca | 20 cfs | → |
| Sf Tule R Nr Reservation Bndry Nr Porterville Ca | 34 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Auxiliary Dam Campground -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Inyokern 9.4 Wsw | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Beach Meadows | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Casa Vieja Meadows | 169.8 in | 0.0 in | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
🌳 Parks
- Wilderness Domeland
- Giant Sequoia National Monument
- Scodie Park
- National Wild And Scenic River Kern, California
- Bright Star Wilderness
- Sequoia National Forest
⚓ Boat launches
- Highway 178 10716-10726, Lake Isabella
- Daedrich Ranch Road, Wofford Heights
- Kern County
- Kern Canyon Road Bodfish
- Sandy Flat Put-In/Take-Out Boating Site
🎣 Fishing spots
- South Fork Kern River
- Lake Isabella
- Isabella Lake
- Hanning Flat Dispersed Area
- Cedar Creek
- Dry Meadow Creek
🛶 Paddle runs
- Isabella Lake Dam To 7 Miles Downstream
- Sandy Flat Camp To Democrat Picnic Area
- 7 Miles From Isabella Dam To 20.2 Miles From Isabella Dam
- Southern Boundary Of Wsr To Nf Boundary
- 20.2 Miles Downstream Of Isabella Dam To Western Nf Boundary
- Table Meadow Creek To Kern River
Camping essentials & Leave No Trace
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
- Know before you go
- Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
- Minimize campfire impact
- Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
- Leave what you find
- Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Auxiliary Dam Campground as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Auxiliary Dam Campground
Can I make reservations at Auxiliary Dam Campground?
Yes -- this campground accepts reservations. Snoflo recommends booking early for peak season; check the operator (Recreation.gov / state park system / private operator) for the booking window and cancellation policy.
How fresh is the weather data on this page?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data is pulled live from USGS streamgauges and snowpack from the NRCS SNOTEL network.
What's the best time of year to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation. For longer trips, the 5-day hourly meteogram shows snow + rain accumulation hour-by-hour.
How do I get to Auxiliary Dam Campground?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the campground.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this campground, set a threshold (temperature, snowpack, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other campgrounds near here
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within driving distance of Auxiliary Dam Campground.