About this campground
The Piutes Mountains are the southeastern mountains of the Kern River Ranger District. This area can be accessed through Kelso Valley to Piute Mountain Road or through Walker Basin to the other end of Piute Mountain Road. The Piutes is a major OHV area. A popular staging area is at Landers Campground. [LINKS TO PIUTE AREAS]
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