Sentinel Campground

Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks

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.

Each site in Sentinel Campground provides a fire ring, picnic table and large bear-proof food storage box. The roads through Sentinel Campground are paved, making it easier for both RVs and smaller cars to access the entire campground. There are five comfort stations throughout the campground, all with flush toilets, sinks for dish-washing, and drinking water. The Cedar Grove Visitor Center is located just outside Sentinel Campground, and Cedar Grove Village is across the street and offers a convenience store, gift shop, snack bar, hotel, showers and laundry. 

Need to Know

• 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.

  Upon making a campground reservation: Site occupants agree to follow ALL campground rules. Failure to comply may result in a fine. You are responsible for your guests.

• Campground Rules and Regulations: 

  • Food Storage- You are in an ACTIVE BEAR AREA. Black Bears are active day and night. When not in arms reach, you must properly store all food, drinks, scented items, coolers, and equipment used to prepare food, inside provided food storage lockers. These items must be stored day and night. Food storage locker dimensions are 28" high x 33" deep x 47" wide. 

  • 6 Person Limit- There is a maximum of 6 people per campsite. If you exceed this number, purchase 2 sites and spread your group and equipment out evenly between campsites. This is to preserve the natural resources and minimize noise levels. Reservations can be made in advance to accommodate a larger group size at a group campground. 

  • Check In is at 12 NOON- Please be prepared to show a screen shot (limited cell service) or printout of your reservation confirmation email upon arrival to the campground.  

  • Check Out is at 12 NOON- Campsites need to be vacated (vehicles and occupants) by 12:00 NOON. 

  • Parking Pad- Vehicles must be parked with all four wheels on pavement. Vehicles that do not fit on the provided parking pad must be parked in overflow parking areas. 

  • Quiet Hours 10pm to 6am- Music, talking, and generators should not be audible beyond your immediate campsite. Unreasonable noise is prohibited any time of day.  

  • Generator Hours- 9AM to 9PM 

  • Fire Restrictions- Check current fire restrictions at nps.gov/seki. Fires must be attended.  DO NOT build additional fire rings. Glass, aluminum, and food are prohibited in fire rings. Firewood is sold locally. Dead and down wood may be gathered for your campfire. Logs must fit within the fire ring. Chainsaws are not allowed. Fires must be extinguished completely with water and be cool to the touch before leaving your campsite or going to bed. 

  • Tents- Pitch tents only on tent pads or within campsite boundaries.  

  • Dogs/Pets- must always be kept crated, caged, or on a leash no longer than six feet. Pets are allowed in campgrounds and picnic areas. Pets may not be left unattended. Pets are not allowed beyond 100 feet of public roads or parking areas. Pets are not allowed on any Park trails. 

  • Preserve Natural Resources- Injuring plants or trees by cutting, breaking, or attaching nails or other hardware is prohibited. Driving off pavement is prohibited. 

  • Bicycles- Helmets required if under 18 years of age. Bicycles are not allowed on any park trails.  

  • Trash Disposal- Please keep your campsite clean. Place all litter/trash in bear proof campground trash dumpsters. To prevent bears from getting trash please DO NOT forget to lock or relatch the dumpster. Do not leave cigarette butts, bottle caps, confetti or litter on the ground. 

  • Water Disposal- Do not dump grey-water on the ground or at the water spigots. Bring a tub to wash dishes or to collect shower water. All grey-water must be disposed of at the restrooms, dish sinks, or at a RV dump-station. Used water must not be allowed to run onto the ground. 

  • Propane Tank Disposal- DO NOT leave in the park. We are unable to recycle your used propane tanks. Please take them home with you and dispose of them properly. 

• Tire Chains may be required at any time. Be prepared at any time of year for a wide range of temperatures and weather conditions. Check Road Conditions at nps.gov/seki.  

  Vehicles longer than 22 feet (including trailers) are not advised between Potwisha Campground and the Giant Forest Museum.  

  Dangerous Rivers! Many drowning victims were playing near rivers. Rivers present a far greater danger than lakes or pools. Surfaces may look calm, but strong currents often run below. Be cautious walking near rivers as rocks can be slippery. Getting out of a cold, swift river is often impossible.  

  Falling Objects - Don't linger under dead, cracked, or broken branches. Run if you hear cracks or snapping from tree roots, trunks, or branches (know that sometimes there is no sound, and very little time to react). Report falling branches or trees to a ranger. 

  A California state fishing license is required to fish in Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks, and Sequoia National Forest lakes and streams. Fishing licenses may be available at National Park and National Forest markets. 

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.

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.

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.

Changes & 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.

Contact Information

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47050 Generals Highway Three Rivers CA 93271

Phone Number

For campground inquiries, please call: (559) 565-3341

Rental Options

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Driving Directions

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.

Available Campsites

• Site 82, Loop Left Outer Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 41, Loop Right Inner Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 31, Loop Center Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 11, Loop Right Outer Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 77, Loop Left Outer Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 42, Loop Right Inner Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 32, Loop Center Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 28, Loop Center Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 51, Loop Right Middle Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 23, Loop Center Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 73, Loop Left Outer Loop, Type Rv Nonelectric
• Site 67, Loop Left Outer Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 74, Loop Left Outer Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 36, Loop Center Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 76, Loop Left Outer Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 63, Loop Left Outer Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 56, Loop Right Middle Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 64, Loop Left Outer Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 08, Loop Right Outer Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 04, Loop Right Outer Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 71, Loop Left Outer Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 03, Loop Right Outer Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 33, Loop Center Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 43, Loop Right Inner Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 12, Loop Right Outer Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 27, Loop Center Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 22, Loop Center Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 15, Loop Right Outer Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 13, Loop Right Outer Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 78, Loop Left Outer Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 69, Loop Left Outer Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 38, Loop Right Inner Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 62, Loop Left Outer Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 30, Loop Center Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 40, Loop Right Inner Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 05, Loop Right Outer Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 53, Loop Right Middle Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 68, Loop Left Outer Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 21, Loop Right Outer Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 07, Loop Right Outer Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 66, Loop Left Outer Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 16, Loop Right Outer Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 46, Loop Right Inner Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 26, Loop Center Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 81, Loop Left Outer Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 02, Loop Right Outer Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 01, Loop Right Outer Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 35, Loop Center Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 83, Loop Left Outer Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 80, Loop Left Outer Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 20, Loop Right Outer Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 39, Loop Right Inner Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 18, Loop Right Outer Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 48, Loop Center Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 75, Loop Left Outer Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 14, Loop Right Outer Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 44, Loop Right Inner Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 50, Loop Right Middle Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 09, Loop Right Outer Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 57, Loop Right Middle Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 29, Loop Center Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 60, Loop Left Outer Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 19, Loop Right Outer Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 79, Loop Left Outer Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 65, Loop Left Outer Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 10, Loop Right Outer Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 55, Loop Right Middle Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 37, Loop Center Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 47, Loop Right Inner Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 72, Loop Left Outer Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 59, Loop Right Middle Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 34, Loop Center Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 58, Loop Right Middle Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 24, Loop Center Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 54, Loop Right Middle Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 06, Loop Right Outer Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 52, Loop Right Middle Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 70, Loop Left Outer Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 49, Loop Right Middle Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric

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