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Sherman Pass Road

Sherman Pass Road (22S05) provides access to the Kern Plateau. This scenic route stretches from the North Fork of the Kern River in the west, east to the high desert, connecting to Highway 395. The road is open from late May or early June, depending on snow, until the snow falls in late fall or winter. From the west, this road climbs out of the Upper Kern River Canyon to Sherman Pass and falls to the east side of the Kern Plateau and then to the Mojave Desert. At the summit of Sherman Pass,…

  • Managed by: USDA Forest Service

Frequently asked questions

Is Sherman Pass Road reservable?

Sherman Pass Road is primarily first-come, first-served. Use the availability view to gauge how busy it is before you go.

Where is Sherman Pass Road?

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How do I book a campsite at Sherman Pass Road?

Pick your dates on the availability calendar, then reserve through the official booking link. You can also set an alert and we'll notify you if a sold-out date opens up.

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