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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 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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September 3, 2026 Stayed at: 46, Loop: Right Inner Loop
The site was clean and the tent pad was scraped level with a sandy surface. I had good shade and convenient access to water, trash and toilets. I'd estimate the campground to be 75% full (Fall season - midweek) and everyone was considerate. One camper nearby ran their generator for about 45 minutes but it was quiet and not yet dark. I did have a young bear amble down the road Neighbors were quiet, music was kept low and within folks' campsites. I ate at the Cedar Grove Lodge and had a nice salad and iced tea. My only comment is that the toilet facilities on the West end of the loops had a non-operating sink in need of repair. Other than that everything was in good condition. In fact, I'll be returning to this same campsite next week for some more flyfishing.
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September 4, 2026 Stayed at: 72, Loop: Left Outer Loop
Great campsite and location and great rangers!
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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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