A Weekend away with Beachside Moto Club is the equivalent of Cinco de Mayo having a Cinco de Mayo party.
Kernville, CA
Join Beachside Moto Club (BMC) on Cinco de Mayo weekend to bond with your fellow brothers and sisters on the first-annual BMC campout in Kernville, CA.
Your ticket will grant you access to a pre-party two weeks before the campout, a guided group ride from Malibu to Kern, an official campout T-shirt, a raffle ticket, and access to an incredible 3-day/2-night itinerary. The same crew that organizes the 90+ group rides you know & love are patiently waiting to treat you like guinea pigs at our first moto campout - Good Luck!
Pack your tent, sleeping bag, and top-off your tank for a one-of-a-kind moto camping experience. No tent, no problem, we have a hotel option for you right across the bridge from Frandy campground. Purchase your tickets ASAP so you can secure your spot and cement your place in history.
Now to the gritty_
Campground Info
Frandy Park Campground located at 11252 Kernville Rd, Kernville, CA 93238. (BMC has reserved a riverfront camping spot for all moto campers.)
Average Temperature - High 75ºF, Low 55ºF
Moto Motelers
BMC ticket gives you discounted rate at Kernville Inn if you call and mention you’re with Beachside Moto club. Make sure to call and book the best style room for you. Call a buddy if you’d like because rooms are big enough to share. You’re welcome to hang with the campers at Frandy. Below you will find the recommended hotels within the area and walking distance of the campground.
Tickets_
One ticket per ONE PERSON TENT. Per the campground, if you have and plan to use a two person tent, you MUST purchase two tickets within the same Moto Camp (and so on). Up to 6 persons per Moto Camp (which also means if a knucklehead has a 6 person tent, they must purchase all 6 tickets for that Moto Camp, leaving 5 others quite sad. DON'T BE A KNUCKLEHEAD).
PRICING_
Moto Camp (Earlybird) = $60.00
Moto Camp (General) = $75.00
Moto Motel (no motel included in price) = $35.00
Things we strongly recommend you bring_
Comfort
- Tent
- Sleeping pad
- Sleeping bag/blanket
- Camp pillow
- Folding Camp Chair
Convenience
- Backpack
- Flashlight/Headlamp
- Battery Pack (to charge devices)
- Camp mug
- Reusable water bottle
- Sunscreen
TAP HERE for Recommended Camping Supplies
Things we will provide at the campout_
- Restrooms
- Showers (w/ hot water $1.25 for 5 mins, cash only)
- Filtered water
- Parking for motorcycles (at each Moto Camp)
- Games (ping-pong, volleyball, tetherball, horseshoes)
- 120volt AC outlet for charging devices (near restrooms)
Ride to Campsite/Motel_
A guided group ride from Blue Bottle Malibu to Frandy Campground & Kernville Inn. Approximately 221 miles. Two gas stops, along with one lunch stop on the ride up.
Route_ Coming soon...
List of activities_
Turtle Race Tournament, Hike, Ride to 100 Giants, Silver City Ghost Town & Dirt bike track, Advanced Canyon Ride, Desert Photoshoot, Sunset Ride, After-Party Karaoke at the Saloon, Hungover Yoga, 1 Horsepowered Wagon Ride, and more.
Amenities within walking distance_
Kern River Brewing, Ewings on the Kern (restaurant), Hut (sports bar), Pizza Barn, McNally's Outpost (restaurant), Sierra Gateway (market), Cheryl's Diner, Big Blue Bear (coffee and breakfast), El Rio, Shell Gas Station, Something Sweeter, Kern Valley Museum, Riverside Park, Archie’s Hardware Store, Cracked Egg Cafe, and more.
Hotel Suggestions_
Kernville Inn 11042 Kernville Rd Kernville, CA 93238 (Discounted rate)
Backup... Riverview Lodge 2 Sirretta St Kernville, CA 93238 (No discount)
FAQ_
Q_ What’s included in a ticket to the BMC CAMPOUT?
A_ A ticket to the BMC CAMPOUT allows you to participate in all Campout activities and includes a BMC CAMPOUT T-Shirt, BMC event wristband, and a raffle ticket. If you purchase a Moto Camping ticket, it includes your campsite. Hotel tickets do not include a hotel room and ticket holder is responsible for their own hotel stay. A BMC WRISTBAND must be worn at all times to participate in the BMC CAMPOUT.
Q_ Where does the money go to?
A_ All the money is going into the event itself. BMC has no intent in making any profit from this event.
Q_ Are meals included?
A_ Meals will not be included in your purchase ticket as Kernville has many different food venues we recommend you visit as we hope to give back to the Kernville community for hosting us. Some recommended places to eat are: Big Blue Bear, Cheryl’s Diner, McNallys Burgers, El Rio, Kern Brewing Co, Ewing’s on the Kern, and the Sierra Gateway Market.
Q_ Is the BMC CAMPOUT a 21+ event?
A_ All event attendees must be at least 21 years of age.
Q_ How can we retrieve items included in the ticket purchase?
A_ Ticket holders will be able to attend the Pre party event April 22nd to collect their items, or arrive to Blue Bottle in Malibu the morning of the ride to retrieve them.
Q_ Can I bring a passenger?
A_ Yes, however they must purchase a ticket as well. Each attendee must have their own BMC Campout ticket/wristband.
Q_ Can I come in a Car without a motorcycle or bring a car to trailer my motorcycle?
A_ Motorcycle parking is included but car parking is not included. You may purchase an add on for car parking if you choose to drive up in a car only or are using a car to trailer your motorcycle(s). Add-on for car parking will be available when purchasing your ticket.