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What to Do in Bakersfield, CA? 30 Bakersfield Activities Worth Trying

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What to Do in Bakersfield, CA? 30 Bakersfield Activities Worth Trying

Introduction - Thinking about what to do in Bakersfield? Then check out these 30 Bakersfield activities that are definitely worth trying. Regardless...

 

Have a picnic at Hart Memorial Park

Activity 1 - Hart Memorial Park is situated next to Kern River County Park. The scenic 370-acre space features a lake, trails, and...

 

Plan a trip to Long Beach

Activity 2 - Long Beach is another place to plan a day trip. Located just over two hours from Bakersfield, you can find...

 

Hike in Sequoia National Forest

Activity 3 - Located just 20 minutes from central Bakersfield is one of the best parks on the West Coast, Sequoia National Forest...

 

Kayak on Lake Ming

Activity 4 - Lake Ming is a large lake located in Kern River County Park. It's the ideal place to go kayaking while...

 

Drive to Los Angeles

Activity 5 - Los Angeles is just two hours from Bakersfield, making it the ideal place to spend the day. If you have...

 

Hang out at Kern River County Park

Activity 6 - Located next to the Kern River, Kern River County Park is another perfect place to spend some time outdoors. The...

 

Explore Red Rock Canyon State Park

Activity 7 - Red Rock Canyon State Park is a natural California landmark located about an hour and 20 minutes from Bakersfield. The...

 
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Buy local produce at Murray Family Farms

Activity 8 - One of the fun places in Bakersfield, CA, to check out is Murray Family Farms. There are actually two locations...

 
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Listen to country music at Buck Owens' Crystal Palace

Activity 9 - Going to Buck Owens' Crystal Palace is a must if you like country music. The bar and restaurant hosts live...

 
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Learn something new at Kern County Museum

Activity 10 - The Kern County Museum is a great place to learn more about Bakersfield and the rest of Kern County. The...

 

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