The Lodge at Painted Rock is in the southern foothills of the Sierra Nevada Mountains in the Kern River Valley, 15 minutes from Bodfish. It is a lodge, business and conference center, retreat and wedding destination all in one. The style and theme of Painted Rock is a blend of Western and Native American aesthetics. Some of the 50 guest rooms have fireplaces. The cuisine fuses the traditions of the Old West with current recipes. Amenities include a pool, walking trail, campfire pit and an amphitheater. Sailing, fishing, horseback riding and whitewater rafting are just some of the activities Painted Rock has to offer.
The Barewood is owned and operated by Kern River Valley Motels. All of the Barewood's 10 rooms have a view of Lake Isabella. People come to the Barewood to get away. Typical activities include bird-watching, hiking, fishing, camping, kayaking and horseback riding. The Barewood is only 20 minutes from Bodfish.
The Lakeshore Lodge houses eight rooms that are situated nearly on Lake Isabella. Like the Barewood, the Lakeshore Lodge is owned and operated by Kern River Valley Motels. The owners also have several two-, three- and four-bedroom cabins available for rent. Check into the Lakeshore Lodge at the Barewood Inn. The Lakeshore, too, is only 20 minutes from Bodfish. Learn about the Isabella Dam or the California gold rush at the Kern Valley Museum, less than 10 minutes away.
The Kernville Inn is less than 30 minutes from Bodfish and only five minutes from the Kern Valley Airport. It is located next to Cheryl's Diner, a restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Amenities include Wi-Fi and a pool. The Kernville is within walking distance of the Kern River, for those that fish, swim, kayak, or just rest.
