Sentinel Campground
Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks — lakeside, fishing, hiking
Location: Three Rivers, CA, CA
Price: From $32 per night
Rating: 4.4 out of 5 (501 reviews)
Season: May through October
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
Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.
Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Flush Toilets, Drinking Water, Showers, Bear Boxes, Fishing
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Sentinel Campground is nestled in Kings Canyon with stunning views of meadows, the Kings River, and mountainsides, offering excellent access to hiking trails for all skill levels. Campers praise the spacious, well-shaded sites with good privacy and proximity to natural attractions.
Wildlife alert: American Black Bear, Sierra Nevada Bighorn Sheep, Pacific Black Bear, Mountain Quail, Steller's Jay, California Mountain Kingsnake present in area
Insider tips for Sentinel Campground: Book early—this is a federal campground that stays full during busy season Some sites have full sun while others offer shade; request preferred site type when booking Showers available but may require a fee; bathrooms can be a distance from some sites
Skip Sentinel Campground if: You need RV hookups—no hookups available, suitable only for self-contained RVs. You're visiting outside May-October—campground operates seasonally.
Best time to visit Sentinel Campground: May-October — Official operating season for Sentinel Campground.
Nearby campgrounds: Canyon View Group Sites (Three Rivers, CA), Cedar Grove Stock Campsite (Three Rivers, CA), Sheep Creek Campground (Three Rivers, CA), Big Meadow Campground - Us Forest Service Sequoia National Forest (Ca) (Sequoia National Park, CA).
Cell Phone Coverage at Sentinel Campground
Cell signal at Sentinel Campground (Three Rivers, CA): none overall signal based on FCC broadband data.
Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.
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.
Verified facts
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Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook early
this is a federal campground that stays full during busy season
Some sites have full sun while others offer shade; request preferred site type when booking
Showers available but may require a fee; bathrooms can be a distance from some sites
Official operating season for Sentinel Campground
Things to do nearby
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Wildlife nearby
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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.
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- Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks fills fast in peak season.
- Check current road conditions at Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks before arrival — seasonal closures common.
- Bear country — store all food in bear boxes or locked vehicle at all times.
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