The best things to do in Porterville

14 things to do we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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DT-1 MX Park - Tulare Off Road Vehicle Park

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Racecourse featuring jumps and a vet track, popular with both beginners and experienced riders.

Paige Ave (Tulare)

“Racecourse featuring jumps and a vet track, popular with both beginners and experienced riders.”

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North Kern Golf Course

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If your swing's been stuck in traffic, North Kern Golf Course is the no-fuss public track that makes weekday golf actually doable. Grab a…

17412 Quality Rd (Bakersfield)

“If your swing's been stuck in traffic, North Kern Golf Course is the no-fuss public track that makes weekday golf actually doable. Grab a quick loop with friends this week, get just enough challenge to keep it interesting, and head home feeling reset before dinner.”

From the Bakersfield newsletter, August 3, 2026

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MB2 Entertainment Bakersfield

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MB2 Entertainment Bakersfield is basically Bakersfield’s playground, with go-kart racing, mini golf, bumper boats, batting cages, bowling,…

1251 Oak St (Bakersfield)

“MB2 Entertainment Bakersfield is basically Bakersfield’s playground, with go-kart racing, mini golf, bumper boats, batting cages, bowling, laser tag, axe throwing, and an arcade, plus a full restaurant, beer garden, live music and sports viewing. Gather the crew this week and let the friendly chaos commence.”

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Porterville Lanes & Sports Center

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Family-friendly venue offering bowling lanes, pool tables, arcade games and airhockey for kids and adults.

952 W Grand Ave

“Family-friendly venue offering bowling lanes, pool tables, arcade games and airhockey for kids and adults.”

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Lori Brock Discovery Center

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Space for young kids to engage in role play, craftwork and STEM activities.

Kern County Chamber of Commerce Building, 3801 Chester Ave (Bakersfield)

“Space for young kids to engage in role play, craftwork and STEM activities.”

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Seven Oaks Country Club

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Private club with a golf course, tennis courts, and dining facilities.

2000 Grand Lakes Ave (Bakersfield)

“Private club with a golf course, tennis courts, and dining facilities.”

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Sundale Country Club

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Club with an 18-hole golf course, a driving range, and a restaurant hosting jazz nights.

6218 Sundale Ave (Bakersfield)

“Club with an 18-hole golf course, a driving range, and a restaurant hosting jazz nights.”

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Scarlet and Gray Golf Club (Formerly Rio Bravo)

Entertainment

Country club offering a golf course and dining, plus a venue for special events.

15200 Casa Club Dr (Bakersfield)

“Country club offering a golf course and dining, plus a venue for special events.”

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Belmont Country Club

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Members-only spot featuring a golf course and a bar, plus a venue for music events.

8253 E Belmont Ave (Fresno)

“Members-only spot featuring a golf course and a bar, plus a venue for music events.”

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Bowlero Bakersfield

Entertainment

Hipster-chic bowling alley with blacklight lanes and a pizza flatbread menu, plus beers.

3610 Wible Rd (Bakersfield)

“Hipster-chic bowling alley with blacklight lanes and a pizza flatbread menu, plus beers.”

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Bakersfield Country Club

Entertainment

Membership-only country club offering tennis, golf, and swimming facilities, plus a summer camp.

4200 Country Club Dr (Bakersfield)

“Membership-only country club offering tennis, golf, and swimming facilities, plus a summer camp.”

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Kern River Golf Course

Entertainment

Golfers enjoy well-maintained greens, lake views, and burgers at this country course.

Bakersfield

“Golfers enjoy well-maintained greens, lake views, and burgers at this country course.”

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Tulare Golf Course

Entertainment

Golf club with a bar, restaurant, driving range, and horseshoe competition area.

5300 Laspina St (Tulare)

“Golf club with a bar, restaurant, driving range, and horseshoe competition area.”

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Sunnyside Country Club

Entertainment

Golf club with a gated entrance offering a course, dining, and a venue for events like weddings.

5704 E Butler Ave (Fresno)

“Golf club with a gated entrance offering a course, dining, and a venue for events like weddings.”

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