To me, Bakersfield has always been a place to avoid. With thousands of oil wells dotting the dry, dusty landscape, it’s always reminded me of body parts that should remain hidden. On our 2026 Fall Road Trip, however, we saw a different side of the area, one I never expected to find—Hart Memorial Park.We found this unexpected gem by searching for places to break up the day’s … [Read more...] about Hart Memorial Park – a gem on the Kern River

