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1173 reviews
Sentinel Campground offers a beautiful setting with spacious, shaded sites and proximity to the river, making it ideal for hiking and outdoor activities. Many visitors appreciate the serene atmosphere and the campground's access to nearby amenities, such as the store and ranger programs. However, the facilities, particularly the restrooms, are in disrepair and require maintenance, which detracts from the overall experience.
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August 27, 2026 Stayed at: 29, Loop: Center Loop
This campground - and all the others at Cedar Grove on Hwy 120 - was virtually empty - in the prime days of August. What is going on...theres no way all these sites should be unused, or people denied a site there for any reason. They should be given away in a publicized giveaway.
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August 27, 2026 Stayed at: 73, Loop: Left Outer Loop
Weather was warm. bout 90's. River was low, but expected in August. Swimming was beautiful in the calm areas of the Kings River. The campground was well maintained, though when we arrived, our bear box was full of the previous campers trash. Please don't be like them. Inconsiderate and lazy.
Lots of bears around to keep you on your toes. don't be like our neighbors who left food out and got a very abrupt wakeup call at 4am, and subsequently woke half the campground up with their frantic attempts to shoo the 2, four legged guests to another site. Situational awareness is a must. Just read the provided instructions on how to avoid such an experience is conveniently posted on the provided bear box, in your campsite.
Mist Falls is a great hike, as well as the trails right out of the campground up to the cedar grove overlook and Sheep Creek. Fishing was ok with some Rainbows and Brookies. Talked to a guy said he caught a Golden, though I'm not sure he was being truthful.
I loved being back in Kings Canyon. I've spent a lot of time up in the high country and I'm feeling inspired to get back up there. Thank you to all the staff that work so hard to make the place it is. Your work is very much appreciated.
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August 30, 2026 Stayed at: 12, Loop: Right Outer Loop
This campground has all the amenities including water, bathrooms, and showers and was right next to the ranger station and general store. It’s also right next to the river which is a plus. Many of the popular kings canyon attractions are well within a ten minute drive from this campground.
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August 31, 2026 Stayed at: 76, Loop: Left Outer Loop
Campground was not busy and was very quiet. Almost had the place to ourselves.There is plenty to see around the campground without having to drive for two hours.
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August 31, 2026 Stayed at: 49, Loop: Right Middle Loop
campground location is really good close to the river. the negatives are no light at the bathroom, and you are really close to each other.
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August 31, 2026 Stayed at: 48, Loop: Center Loop
Loved our stay here. Camp was clean with large sites. Plenty of shade and great river access. Ranger programs were appreciated and the nightsky was amazing. 10 out of 10, this campground is now on our favorites list.
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September 1, 2026 Stayed at: 32, Loop: Center Loop
It was a great experience
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September 2, 2026 Stayed at: 18, Loop: Right Outer Loop
Beautiful area, near a river with soaring cliffs on each sides.
The roads are in kind of rough shape, with a fallen tree haven completely taken out one of them, and roots ripping up the asphalt elsewhere.
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September 2, 2026 Stayed at: 59, Loop: Right Middle Loop
Rating it poorly so people stop booking out campsites weeks at a time without ever cancelling. There were so many sites that were physically open but showed online as being reserved - it was extremely frustrating because we struggled to get a site at all. Otherwise, I've been coming here for 30 years and consider it my second home. There's no other campground I'd rather stay at.
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September 2, 2026 Stayed at: 46, Loop: Right Inner Loop
Womderful, serene campground. Very clean grounds and restrooms, respectable patrons, informative Rangers with a wonderful Jr Ranger program. 10 out of 10. Can't wait to come back!
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47050 Generals Highway, Three Rivers, CA 93271 United States
Elevation: 1,411 ft
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.
Sentinel Campground is accessible via Kings Canyon Scenic Byway, which connects to CA-198 approximately 25 miles to the west.
The closest entrance is: Big Stump Entrance Station
Approximate drive: 20.7 mi · 35 min
The closest entrance is: Ash Mountain Entrance Station
Approximate drive: 28 mi · 48 min
Check in time
12PM
Check out time
12PM
Last updated: October 21, 2026
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Population: 2,282
Nearby city: Visalia, CA
Approx. 47 mi away (straight-line distance)
Elevation: 823 ft
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