Sentinel Campground campground
Three Rivers, California

Sentinel Campground

Mostly first-come
82 campsites
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82

Total Campsites

Campground

Reservable Sites

Mostly first-come

Accessible

ADA-compliant sites

Organization

Managing agency

Overview

About Sentinel Campground

Overview Sentinel Campground in Cedar Grove is nestled in the stunning Kings Canyon, one of the deepest canyons in the United States. With views of a lovely meadow central to the campground, the sound of the Kings River, and glowing mountainsides just beyond the trees, Sentinel Campground is a wonderful place for families to spend time in the great outdoors. Recreation Cedar Grove provides a plethora of hiking trails, from the hiking newcomer to the avid backpacker, and everyone in between. Day hikers can hike to Mist Falls, Cedar Grove Overlook, around the peaceful Kanawyer Loop along the Kings River, through Zumwalt Meadow, and more. Visitors can also fish for trout in the Kings River, or take a scenic horseback ride through the canyon with the Cedar Grove Pack Station. Facilities Cedar Grove provides a plethora of hiking trails, from the hiking newcomer to the avid backpacker, and everyone in between. Day hikers can hike to Mist Falls, Cedar Grove Overlook, around the peaceful Kanawyer Loop along the Kings River, through Zumwalt Meadow, and more. Visitors can also fish for trout in the Kings River, or take a scenic horseback ride through the canyon with the Cedar Grove Pack Station. Natural Features Tall granite mountainsides cradle the south fork of the Kings River, as streams and creeks feed the river with snowmelt from higher elevations. Abundant wildlife roam through the tall ponderosa pine and incense cedar trees, meadows and along riversides. Hikes into the backcountry out of Cedar Grove will give visitors an ever deeper understanding of the beauty and uniqueness of Kings Canyon National Park. contact_info For facility specific information, please call (559) 565-3792. Nearby Attractions Hume Lake, Grizzly Falls, Mist Falls, Zumwalt Meadow, Roaring River Falls, Sequoia Groves and numerous hiking trails attract visitors to this area. Campfire stories, nature and wildlife presentations, and ranger-led hikes are also available during most of the season. Charges & Cancellations Payment in full will be charged to your credit card upon completion of the reservation. A $10.00 service fee will apply if you change or cancel your reservation. Additional fees will apply for late cancellations All cancellations made between midnight on the day before arrival and check out time on the day after arrival are considered late cancellations and will incur a $10.00 cancellation fee and will also forfeit the first night’s use fee. Cancellations for a single night’s reservation will forfeit the entire use fee but no cancellation fee will apply. If your campsite remains vacant for 24 hours after your arrival date it will be cancelled and made available on rec.gov. You will be charged for the first night's campsite fee and a $10 cancellation fee, all other fees after that will be refunded. Recreation.gov policies apply to all reservations, cancellations, refunds and date changes. Call (559) 565-3792 if you will be arriving 24 hours after your arrival date so your site won't be cancelled.

  • 82 total campsites listed.
  • Primarily first-come camping based on current listing data.
  • Most common site type: unknown (82).
  • Map coordinates are available for trip planning.
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Campsite Inventory

82 sites to choose from

Unknown

82total sites

0

Reservable

0

Accessible

Amenities & Details

Everything you need to know

Accessibility

Yes

Campfire Allowed

Yes

Site capacity

Single

Check-in time

12:00 PM

Check-out time

12:00 PM

Double Driveway

Yes

Driveway entry

Back-In, Parallel, Pull-Through

Driveway Grade

Moderate, Slight

Driveway length (ft)

15, 17, 18, 19

Driveway surface

Paved

Fire Pit

Yes

Food Locker

Yes

GRILLS

Yes

Hike In Distance to Site

10, 15, 20, 25

Location Rating

Good, Prime

Max guests

6

Max vehicle length (ft)

15, 17, 18, 19

Minimum guests

Yes

Reservations & Contact

Plan your stay

Mostly first-come

Phone

(559) 565-3341

Getting There

From Fresno, CA, follow California State Highway 180 East to Cedar Grove. Sentinel Campground is located on the left (north) side of the road in the village.

FAQ

Common questions

Everything you need to know before your trip to Sentinel Campground.

How do reservations work for Sentinel Campground?

Reservation availability for Sentinel Campground can vary by season and campsite type. Check the contact and access section before booking.

What campsite types are available at Sentinel Campground?

Sentinel Campground currently lists Unknown (82).

Where is Sentinel Campground located?

Sentinel Campground is in California near Three Rivers. Coordinates: 36.7903, -118.6719.

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