Sheep Creek Campground

Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks — lakeside, hiking

Location: Three Rivers, CA, CA

Price: From $32 per night

Rating: 4.4 out of 5 (167 reviews)

Season: May through October

Sheep Creek Campground in Cedar Grove is nestled in the stunning Kings Canyon, one of the deepest canyons in the United States. With the sound of the Kings River, and glowing mountainsides just beyond the trees, Sheep Creek Campground is a wonderful place for families to spend time in the great outdoors. Each site in Sheep Creek Campground provides a fire ring, picnic table and large bear-proof food storage box.

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

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

Sheep Creek Campground is nestled in Kings Canyon with the Kings River nearby, offering stunning mountain views and abundant hiking trails for all skill levels. Google reviewers consistently praise the spacious sites, ample shade from trees, river proximity, and well-maintained restrooms.

Wildlife alert: American Black Bear present in area — use bear boxes provided at campsites. Also watch for Sierra Nevada Bighorn Sheep, Long-eared Owls, Flammulated Owls, California Mountain Kingsnakes, and Western Fence Lizards.

Insider tips for Sheep Creek Campground: Book early — this is a federal campground with high demand. Site #16 has a small creek with white noise; Site #98 is convenient to restrooms. No RV hookups available — only suitable for self-contained RVs.

Skip Sheep Creek Campground if: You need RV hookups — none available at most sites.. You plan to visit November through April — campground is closed seasonally..

Best time to visit Sheep Creek Campground: May-October — Campground operates seasonally during these months only..

Nearby campgrounds: Moraine Campground (Ca) (Three Rivers, CA), Canyon View Group Sites (Three Rivers, CA), Cedar Grove Stock Campsite (Three Rivers, CA), Big Meadow Campground - Us Forest Service Sequoia National Forest (Ca) (Sequoia National Park, CA).

Cell Phone Coverage at Sheep Creek Campground

Cell signal at Sheep Creek 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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Three Rivers, CA, CA★ 4.4 (167 reviews)From $32/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Sheep Creek Campground in Cedar Grove is nestled in the stunning Kings Canyon, one of the deepest canyons in the United States. With the sound of the Kings River, and glowing mountainsides just beyond the trees, Sheep Creek Campground is a wonderful place for families to spend time in the great outdoors. Each site in Sheep Creek Campground provides a fire ring, picnic table and large bear-proof food storage box.

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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 RV97 ft
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
Bear boxesYes — at every site
Pull-throughsAvailable
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsDrinking Water
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 — none available at most sites.✕ You plan to visit November through April — campground is closed seasonally.

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a federal campground with high demand.

Site #16 has a small creek with white noise; Site #98 is convenient to restrooms.

No RV hookups available

only suitable for self-contained RVs.

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally during these months only.

Things to do nearby

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Conditions today

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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 present in area — use bear boxes provided at campsites. Also watch for Sierra Nevada Bighorn Sheep, Long-eared Owls, Flammulated Owls, California Mountain Kingsnakes, and Western Fence Lizards.

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. Sheep Creek Campground is located on the left (north) side of the road .25 before Cedar Grove Visitor Center. Vehicles over 22 feet are not advised between Potwisha Campground and the Giant Forest Museum when entering through Sequoia National Park. Vehicles over 22 feet should use the Kings Canyon National Park Entrance.

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 Sheep Creek Campground cost per night?+
Sheep Creek Campground costs $32 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Sheep Creek Campground open?+
Sheep Creek Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Sheep Creek Campground have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Sheep Creek Campground?+
Sheep Creek Campground can accommodate RVs up to 97 feet.
How do I make reservations at Sheep Creek Campground?+
Sheep Creek 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 Sheep Creek Campground?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Sheep Creek Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Sheep Creek Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
Sheep Creek Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

Official resources

Sheep Creek Campground MapSequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks Website
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Recreation.gov — Live site availability — updated every 30 min
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National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
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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
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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 (167)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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