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

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/sentinel-campground to be notified when sites open up.

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.

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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.

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Verified facts

RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
Max RV40 ft
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
ADA sites5 sites
Pull-throughsAvailable
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsDrinking WaterFishing
Recreation
Picnic TablesShowers
Family & Pets
Flush ToiletsBear Boxes

Straight talk

CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reports

Known issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.

Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
Skip it if:✕ You need RV hookups—no hookups available, suitable only for self-contained RVs✕ You're visiting outside May-October—campground operates seasonally

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

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

Best: May-October

Official operating season for Sentinel Campground

Things to do nearby

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
T-Mobile
4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 0%
AT&T
4G · 0%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: American Black Bear, Sierra Nevada Bighorn Sheep, Pacific Black Bear, Mountain Quail, Steller's Jay, California Mountain Kingsnake present in area

Location

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(559) 565-3341· Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks
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.

Campground entrance

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Community

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Pro tips

  • 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.

Frequently asked questions

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How much does Sentinel Campground cost per night?+
Sentinel Campground costs $32 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Sentinel Campground open?+
Sentinel Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Sentinel Campground have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Sentinel Campground?+
Sentinel Campground can accommodate RVs up to 40 feet.
How do I make reservations at Sentinel Campground?+
Sentinel Campground is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
What is the cell service like at Sentinel Campground?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Sentinel Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Sentinel Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
Sentinel Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

Official resources

Sequoia and Kings Canyon National ParksPrint Facility Map
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●Data sources on this page
Recreation.gov — Live site availability — updated every 30 min
recreation.gov · RIDB API
National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
api.weather.gov · open-meteo.com
Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
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iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
api.inaturalist.org
Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
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FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
broadbandmap.fcc.gov · quarterly
Sunrise-Sunset.org — Sunrise, sunset & golden hour for today
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Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
maps.googleapis.com
RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
ridb.recreation.gov · /facilities /campsites /activities /links /recareas

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$32 /night★ 4.4 (501)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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Sheep Creek Campground

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Big Meadow Campground - Us Forest Service Sequoia National Forest (Ca)

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