The best forest cabin rentals near Inyokern, California

Looking for a cabin in the heart of the forest near Inyokern, California? Hipcamp has over 300 options specific to your accommodation preference, activity/terrain preference, and location. Check out top campsites like River Ridge Ranch & Institute-722ac (348 reviews), Dreamy Wild Horse Ranch Cabin (47 reviews), and River and Mountains (37 reviews). With popular amenities like campfires, trash, and pet-friendly options, you'll feel right at home. Popular activities include off-roading (OHV), surfing, and hiking. Prices range from $29 to an average of $70 per night.

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Top-rated campgrounds

Looking for a cabin in the heart of the forest near Inyokern, California? Hipcamp has over 300 options specific to your accommodation preference, activity/terrain preference, and location. Check out top campsites like River Ridge Ranch & Institute-722ac (348 reviews), Dreamy Wild Horse Ranch Cabin (47 reviews), and River and Mountains (37 reviews). With popular amenities like campfires, trash, and pet-friendly options, you'll feel right at home. Popular activities include off-roading (OHV), surfing, and hiking. Prices range from $29 to an average of $70 per night.

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Top-rated campgrounds

1. Kernville Ranch

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34mi from Inyokern · 5 sites · Lodging · Kernville, CA

Nestled in meadows with a private river flowing through horse pastures, tall shade trees and all natural cedar hot tub. Kernville Ranch is just a 5 minute walk from the center of Kernville. Plenty of fishing and white water rafting, hiking and hot springs and snow play depending on the season. Explore the lake for water-sports, the high country for pristine wilderness and a little snow. The town is full of restaurants, antiques stores, and a wonderful museum of the rich heritage of this Wild West town,

2. The Squattage in the Sequoia National Forest!

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49mi from Inyokern · 1 site · Lodging · California Hot Springs, CA

It’s a newly constructed little cottage that a Sasquatch would call home, that’s why we call it the Squattage! Our guests love the history of our Village and surrounding areas, the wildlife, serenity, and friendly folks, we hope you do too! Learn more about this land: Beautiful new A-frame, high-end fit and finish! Features include a sleeping loft! The downstairs has a daybed with a trundle, a sitting area, an indoor potty and a nice breakfast bar! It’s so relaxing, romantic, and just as fabulous as can be! The hot outdoor shower has a beautiful view of the trees and sky! The large front porch is perfect for relaxing or planning the day's adventure! All solar powered. There’s a propane fire pit to cook on or enjoy, propane is available for $35 or you can bring your own. Peaceful Village, beautiful views, park-like setting! Lots of wildlife to see! Beds have high-end bedding, nicer than the hotels! Towels and washcloths are provided for the shower. We even have a few games for you to play to add to your stay at the Squattage! HEY FOLKS! The weather is beautiful, come on up! Spoil yourself and spend some time in our neck of the woods, you deserve it! BOOK NOW BEFORE SOMEONE BEATS YOU TO IT!! Hope to see you soon! PS, we now have Star Link Wi-Fi!! Come on up and be a part of our community! Our Village has begun having craft shows on the first Saturday of every month, lots of great things for purchase! We attend and sell many beautiful items including exotic custom rings, don’t miss out! Items will be available for you to purchase after you check in👍

3. Peaceful Pines Place W/AC

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49mi from Inyokern · 1 site · Lodging · Pine Flat, CA

Cozy cabin located in the Sequoia National Forest, come sit on the deck and listen to the creek or take a hike on one of the many trails near by. If you want to go for a short drive you can visit the Trail of 100 Giant Sequoias trees. We warmly welcome everyone to be themselves and enjoy our property. Come create lasting memories in our unique, family-friendly retreat (nearly 3/4 acre). Tucked away on a private road, our place offers plenty of space for hiking and the privacy you need to unwind. Whether you're seeking a restful escape, a fun getaway, a place to celebrate a special occasion, or simply quality family time, we have the perfect space for you! We are pet friendly and can offer early checkin when available.

4. Sequoia National Forest

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905 sites · Ponderosa, California

Astonishing natural diversity and the biggest trees on earth! Plan to be awed.

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5. Rivergate Cabin

36mi from Inyokern · 1 site · Lodging · Kernville, CA

Nestled in Sequoia National Forest, this custom cabin boasts unbeatable views with BACKYARD ACCESS to the Kern River and PRIVATE BEACH! It is a Kernville gem, blending modern/tribal themes with a vaulted wood ceiling, real River Rock fireplace, open living area, rec/game room, secluded deck, modern chef's kitchen, multiple picnic areas and the Kern River flowing through the BACKYARD! Rivergate offers the perfect blend of relaxation and adventure!

6. Sequoia Cabin near Lake Isabella

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41mi from Inyokern · 1 site · Lodging · Wofford Heights, CA

Comfortable A-frame cabin in Alta Sierra, near Lake Isabella, nestled in the Sequoia Forest where the shade is always cool. Watch undaunted deer and the graceful ballet of squirrels from the spacious deck. Inside, you’ll enjoy the comfort and warmth of a cozy living room and dining area, three bedrooms, and two bathrooms. Take a look at this 3D Walkthrough: https://unbranded.youriguide.com/1618_mooncrest_dr_wofford_heights_ca/ Our kitchen is fully equipped with modern appliances, cookware, and dishes. Wifi is available, and the TV is connected to the internet. All rooms have Blu Ray with a large movie selection, as well as board games. Explore Lake Isabella offers sandy beaches and a variety of watersports and Kernville's old-time saloons and unique shops. The space Explore the hiking and biking trails that wind through the area. Breathe in the fresh mountain air and listen to the creek running nearby. If you dream of waking up and looking out of the window into the Sequoia Forest, this is precisely where you should come. Guest access Parking on the premises is located 70 yards from the cabin. A wooden railing leads from the street down a path to the house. There are two access points into the cabin; one on level ground and the other via a wooden stairwell. During winter, with an elevation of about 6,000ft, tire-chains may be required, depending on the snow. Drive times to nearby points are as follows: Alta Sierra Ski Resort: 8 min Lake Isabella (fishing and watersports): 12 min Kernville (rafting, antique shops, bars, museum and super market): 20 min Market and gas stations: 15 min Kern Valley Hospital: 30 min Kern River Health Center: 10 min Other things to note: Alta Sierra is a fire hazard area so bonfires and open flames are not permitted. However, if you want to have a cookout, you'll have full use of the electric grill out on the open deck. In the evenings, or during cold days, you can enjoy the crackle of logs in the woodstove, and plenty of firewood is provided for your convenience. There are wild animals that visit the property surroundings. Enjoy them from a safe distance and be ready to take plenty of photos from a safe vantage point. Video Walkthrough: https://unbranded.youriguide.com/1618_mooncrest_dr_wofford_heights_ca/

Public campgrounds near Inyokern

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Redwood Meadow Campground

49mi from Inyokern · 12 sites · Tents, RVs · in Sequoia National Forest

Stories from the community

Mafe

September 2025

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Kernville Ranch

Such a beautiful cabin with so much unique charm. The property itself is stunning, with horses nearby and a stream running right by the hot tub. It made for such a peaceful and memorable stay—I’d highly recommend it.

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September 2025

With pets

3 nights at Kernville Ranch

Wonderful property right off the roadway for easy access to the cabin. Host was very friendly, considerate, and communicative. I’ll rebook any time I’m in the area for work or play :)!

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Guillaume

August 2025

With kids

3 nights at Kernville Ranch

The place has a unique charm, particularly the land surrounding the cottage, with the hot tub being an absolute winner. You feel disconnected from the world. Whether you’re alone, as a couple, or with children (as in our case), it’s very peaceful. We also loved the region for exploring the forest, going hiking, or kayaking on Lake Isabella. What could be improved concerns the cottage’s equipment, particularly in the kitchen. A number of basic items are missing, such as a colander, real cutting boards, scissors or more sharp knives. The pans are also quite old and stick very easily. Since there is no dishwasher, that made things a bit of a challenge, though in the end it wasn’t really a problem. It would also be nice to have a few basics on site, like cooking oil (as we found everywhere else), or one or two laundry pods just to help out at the start of the stay. Also, keep in mind that the Internet connection is slow, though that’s probably part of the charm as well. Finally, there weren’t any clear check-out instructions, so it was a little tricky to know exactly what to do, especially with the trash (is there no recycling?). In the end, we figured out that you apparently just leave everything as it is, including the bedding and such.

The Squattage in the Sequoia National Forest!

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August 2025

Weekend Trip to The Squattage in the Sequoia National Forest!

This is the perfect place to relax! Truly! Ozzy and Diane are wonderful hosts, they gave me such a warm welcome. There are so many thoughtful details both inside the house and outside, I was amazed and already looking at dates for my next booking. The bed was so comfortable, I honestly didn’t want to get out of it.

Devi

August 2025

3 nights at The Squattage in the Sequoia National Forest!

Great host James, place is cute and comfy, as described, very quiet but does not feel isolated next to village road, August but did not feel too hot or cold if you take it easy (but watch out for bees!! they come for any moisture but not aggressive).

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Jade

July 2025

Weekend Trip to The Squattage in the Sequoia National Forest!

Nice place to getaway from the city life and just slow down for a bit. The stars were so clear and bright and listening to nature. The outdoor shower area is a nice touch! James def put in a lot of effort to make the area private.

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Susanne

July 2025

Group trip

2 nights at Peaceful Pines Place W/AC

Ray‘s Cabin is very spacious and beautifully decorated. It was very cosey. The area around was quiet and relaxing. And it is still close to Sequoia National Park. We loved hiking around the Cabin and visiting the National Park. Ray was very helpful and answered every question promtly. He also put together a wonderful Book for guests with all the hiking trails in the area. We greatly enjoyed our stay and deffinitly recommend Peacful Pines Place!

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Chris

July 2025

Weekend Trip to The Squattage in the Sequoia National Forest!

The Squattage was so cozy!! The hospitality that Ozzy showed was unmatched.. he really looks out for his guests. The game setup outside was all time. Overall great experience🤘

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Amanda

June 2025

3 nights at Kernville Ranch

Another successful stay at Amelia’s property! The property is quiet and peaceful. The cedar hot tub is the perfect touch! Just a few minutes from town and the restaurants really made the trip that much more relaxing and enjoyable! Thanks Amelia! We’ll be back!

A spacious living room with an A-frame view to the forest.

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Jules

June 2025

With kids

4 nights at Sequoia Cabin near Lake Isabella

Stayed here with my wife and three young kids for 4 nights. Really nice property, fully stocked house with everything you'd need. Hosts are very communicative and responsive. There is no AC, but it didn't get too bad in the house even though it was almost 100 outside. It's about 3+ hours south is the entrance to Sequoia National Park, so a big long day trip. Very close to Lake Isabella (nice for a swim, but bring some sort of shade!) and Kernville (cute town, had a great lunch at the brewery.) The house is within a little neighborhood with houses close by, so not very remote depending on what you're looking for, but worked for us.

Adriann

June 2025

Weekend Trip to The Squattage in the Sequoia National Forest!

This was the perfect cozy cottage to celebrate our Wedding Anniversary! At the base of the Sequoia National Forest, among nature and the peace quiet, we were able to Retreat + Recharge + Reconnect. Ozzy built this cottage thinking of every little comfortable he could put into it including two fans inside that my husband was so happy about! And Diane decorated the cutest cottage to feel like a home away from home <3 What a dynamic duo! We will definitely be back!! :)

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Gabriela

May 2025

Weekend Trip to The Squattage in the Sequoia National Forest!

It was so peaceful, quiet and beautiful! 🤩 It was a plus to have a bathroom in the cabin, it was very small but perfect for what we needed! It was nice to unplug and enjoy bonding time with my fiancé. It was also fun to cook on the fire pit and made fresh coffee every morning. We also went hiking to the Trail of 100 giants which was just a short 30min drive. We hope to stay at the squattage again soon!

Jennifer

May 2025

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Kernville Ranch

This property was pure peace & tranquility! The beds were so comfortable and the house had everything we could possibly need.

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Brittni

April 2025

Weekend Trip to The Squattage in the Sequoia National Forest!

We absolutely loved hanging out at The Squattage this weekend. Ozzy puts so much love and care into the property, he really has thought of everything, it was so cozy and just what we needed. Got to meet many of the locals, everyone is so lovely. The local general store can't be missed, and you're doing yourself a disservice if you don't ask Ozzy about the local trails. 1Mil/10 I would stay here again and recommend anyone looking to get away for a while do the same and book a few nights at The Squattage. You won't regret it!

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Jenna

January 2025

1 night at The Squattage in the Sequoia National Forest!

Wonderful stay!! Thank you so much for the warmth and hospitality!

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Nathalie

January 2025

Group trip

3 nights at Sequoia Cabin near Lake Isabella

The Cabin was amazing! It was very cozy and comfortable.

Monty

December 2024

2 nights at The Squattage in the Sequoia National Forest!

Ozzy (James) was super generous and we had a great, relaxing stay! I would recommend our friends to go visit the squattage.

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RayRay

November 2024

With kids

Weekend Trip to The Squattage in the Sequoia National Forest!

Diane is super friendly and hospitable, very thoughtful. The property is clean, quiet and pretty, the cabin is cozy and amazing. We'll definitely be back. Thank you so much!