SUNSET CAMPGROUND (CA) campground
Three Rivers, California

SUNSET CAMPGROUND (CA)

Mostly first-come
153 campsites
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153

Total Campsites

Campground

Reservable Sites

Mostly first-come

Accessible

ADA-compliant sites

Organization

Managing agency

Overview

About SUNSET CAMPGROUND (CA)

Overview Sunset campground is centrally located in Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks in central California's rugged Sierra Nevada range. This campground is at an elevation of 6,500 feet. A number of hiking trails begin within walking distance of the campground including the one mile trail to the General Grant Tree. Recreation There are numerous recreation opportunities in the immediate area. From your campsite, you can hike to a sequoia grove that includes the General Grant Tree, the Nation's Christmas Tree and only living memorial to our military veterans. Hike to the beautiful Ella Falls, a 50 foot waterfall or to Panoramic Point for a breathtaking view of the high Sierras. Facilities There are numerous recreation opportunities in the immediate area. From your campsite, you can hike to a sequoia grove that includes the General Grant Tree, the Nation's Christmas Tree and only living memorial to our military veterans. Hike to the beautiful Ella Falls, a 50 foot waterfall or to Panoramic Point for a breathtaking view of the high Sierras. Natural Features Sunset campground is located in a mixed evergreen forest of sugar pines, incense cedar, fir and sequoia trees. Summer days can be warm and dry with cool nights. Wildlife is abundant and includes black bear, mule deer, gray squirrel, golden-mantled ground squirrel, and a variety of resident birds, among many others. The dynamic landscape of the park evolves from geologic processes working over millennia to sculpt granite, marble and other forms of rock. Here in the parks are canyons carved by rivers and glaciers, towering rugged peaks and miles of underground caverns. Found throughout the park are thousands of lakes and ponds and miles of rivers and streams. contact_info For facility specific information, please call (559) 565-4357. Nearby Attractions Sunset campground is within an hour's drive of the Giant Forest in Sequoia National Park, home of the biggest tree in the world, the General Sherman, and the Cedar Grove area of Kings Canyon National Park. Fishing is 30 minutes away at Hume Lake in Sequoia National Forest. The national forest also includes Converse Basin and the Chicago Stump, where you can learn the history of logging in the area. The Crystal Caves are about a two hour drive (16 miles/63 km) from the campground. Reserve your tickets in advance on Recreation.gov. 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. For individual campsites: 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. For group campsites: All cancellations made within 14 days of the scheduled arrival date are considered late cancellations and will incur the $10.00 service fee and forfeit the first night's use fee. Cancellations for a single night's use 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) 565-4357 if you will be arriving 24 hours after your arrival date so your site won't be cancelled.

  • 153 total campsites listed.
  • Primarily first-come camping based on current listing data.
  • Most common site type: unknown (153).
  • Map coordinates are available for trip planning.
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Our Take

What makes SUNSET CAMPGROUND (CA) special

Camping among the largest living things on Earth is a humbling experience, and Sunset Campground in Sequoia National Park makes it wonderfully accessible. Centrally located between the Giant Forest and the Grant Grove areas of Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks, this 153-site campground sits at 6,500 feet elevation in a forest of towering conifers where the air is cool, clean, and sweetly scented with pine resin. The campground's location is its greatest strength. The General Sherman Tree, the world's largest tree by volume, stands just a short drive away, and the Congress Trail loops through a stunning congregation of ancient sequoias. Moro Rock's granite staircase rewards climbers with a panoramic view stretching across the Great Western Divide, while Crystal Cave offers a fascinating underground detour. The nearby town of Three Rivers provides supplies and dining along the Kaweah River. At this elevation, summers are pleasantly warm during the day and cool at night, making it an ideal escape from Central Valley heat. The campground is open seasonally, typically from late May through September, and reservations are essential during July and August. Shoulder season visitors in June and September enjoy smaller crowds and comfortable hiking weather. Sunset Campground is the kind of base camp that makes you feel small in the best possible way.

Campsite Inventory

153 sites to choose from

Unknown

153total sites

0

Reservable

0

Accessible

Amenities & Details

Everything you need to know

Accessibility

Accessibility

Campfire Allowed

Yes

Site capacity

Single

Check-in time

12:00 PM

Check-out time

12:00 PM

Driveway entry

Back-In, Parallel, Pull-through

Driveway Grade

Moderate, Slight

Driveway length (ft)

17, 19, 20, 21

Driveway surface

Paved

Fire Pit

Fire Pit, Yes

Food Locker

Food Locker, Yes

GRILLS

Yes

Grills/Fire Ring

Grills/Fire Ring

Hike In Distance to Site

50

Location Rating

Good, Poor, Prime

Max guests

30, 6

Max vehicle length (ft)

17, 18, 20, 21

Minimum guests

Yes, 15

Reservations & Contact

Plan your stay

Mostly first-come

Phone

559-565-3341

Getting There

Kings Canyon National Park is easily accessible from Fresno, California. Take HWY 180 East from Fresno, and proceed 55 miles to Kings Canyon National Park. Three miles east of the Big Stump Entrance Station you will find Sunset campground on your left.

FAQ

Common questions

Everything you need to know before your trip to SUNSET CAMPGROUND (CA).

How do reservations work for SUNSET CAMPGROUND (CA)?

Reservation availability for SUNSET CAMPGROUND (CA) can vary by season and campsite type. Check the contact and access section before booking.

What campsite types are available at SUNSET CAMPGROUND (CA)?

SUNSET CAMPGROUND (CA) currently lists Unknown (153).

Where is SUNSET CAMPGROUND (CA) located?

SUNSET CAMPGROUND (CA) is in California near Three Rivers. Coordinates: 36.7378, -118.9647.

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