Tule Elk State Natural Reserve Tours

Protected from development, Tule Elk State Natural Reserve attracts an impressive range of birds and other fauna. Learn about how the local community has collaborated to preserve the natural environment here.

This nature reserve is among the best free attractions in Kern County. If you're eager to explore beyond Tule Elk State Natural Reserve, also swing by Kern County Raceway Park and Buena Vista Golf Course.

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Hiltop Hotel

Hiltop Hotel

3 out of 5
per person
Jul 24 - Jul 28
found 12 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Atlanta (ATL) to Bakersfield (BFL)
No reviews
This is an interesting place to say the least. I like the fact that it's gated, but when I can't get buzzed in because she's helping other customers, that's frustrating after a 2 hour drive from LA. We just wanted to get into the room and sleep. Instead I had to drive back around to the front and wait in line again. Weird setup. The room was ok. There were no trash cans. The blankets for the beds were in the closet and had weird spots on them. On the positive side, the bed was comfortable, and the staff was extremely pleasant.

Reviewed on Jun 15, 2025

The Padre Hotel

The Padre Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Downtown Bakersfield
per person
Jul 18 - Jul 25
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
Atlanta (ATL) to Bakersfield (BFL)
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
Very kind staff easy check in process and even though it is a older hotel with vintage vibes, it still is modern and very comfortable. Great drinks and restaurant inside the hotel as well

Reviewed on Jun 13, 2025

Hourglass Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection

Hourglass Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection

3 out of 5
per person
Jul 24 - Jul 28
found 12 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Atlanta (ATL) to Bakersfield (BFL)
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,378 reviews)
I was a little disappointed with the breakfast area. There wasn’t many choices. It was really small and I had to keep requesting the staff to refill some breakfast items that were missing to begin with

Reviewed on Jun 13, 2025

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Buena Vista Golf Course

5/5(1 review)

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Kern County Raceway Park

4.5/5(24 reviews)

Catch an event at Kern County Raceway Park during your trip to Bakersfield. While in this trendy area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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Buttonwillow Recreation Park

4/5(4 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Buttonwillow Recreation Park, a lovely green space in Buttonwillow. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the restaurants and coffeehouses.

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Kern Country Sheriff's Office

4.5/5(3 reviews)

Kern Country Sheriff's Office is just one of the places to see in Buttonwillow, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the restaurants and coffeehouses.

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Buttonwillow Chamber of Commerce and Agriculture

3.5/5(3 reviews)

Buttonwillow Chamber of Commerce and Agriculture is just one of the places to see in Buttonwillow, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the restaurants and coffeehouses.

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Taft College

4/5(1 review)

Explore the campus of Taft College during your stay in Taft. Discover the desert landscape while you're in the area.

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Best Western Heritage Inn
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2.5 out of 5
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2 out of 5
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National 9 Inn
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2.5 out of 5
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2 out of 5
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2 out of 5
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Studio 6 Buttonwillow, CA
2.5 out of 5
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Hyatt Place Bakersfield
Hyatt Place Bakersfield
3 out of 5
310 Coffee Road, Bakersfield, CA
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Vagabond Inn Bakersfield South
Vagabond Inn Bakersfield South
2 out of 5
6501 Colony Rd, Bakersfield, CA
Vagabond Inn Bakersfield South
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2 out of 5
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Spacious 2 story 1-bedroom house with pool
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