Sites & Rates
Average nightly rates78 total sites
RV Sites
77 sites
Tent Sites
1 site
About Sentinel Campground
Number of accommodations: 78
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
Most popular amenities
General Store
Pet friendly
Picnic Table
Restrooms
Showers
Fire Pit
Site Setup and Access
- ADA Accessible
Water and Hygiene
- Potable Water
- Restrooms
- Showers
- Laundry
Cooking and Fire
- Picnic Table
- BBQ
- Fire Pit
On Site Services
- General Store
Pets and Policies
- Pet friendly
Rates, Sites & Availability
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Reviews (1129)
What Guests Are Saying
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.
What Guests Are Saying
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.
Review Summary
Jose O
VerifiedOctober 12, 2025 • Stayed at: 24, Loop: Center Loop
The hike to Mist Falls is a life changing experience.
Lisa C
VerifiedOctober 12, 2025 • Stayed at: 59, Loop: Right Middle Loop
We had an amazing experience at this campground and can’t wait to come back next year! The sites are spacious and private, which made for a peaceful stay. We even had a visit from a few curious bear cubs, which was such a memorable surprise. It was a chilly weekend when we went, so we’re excited to return in the summer to enjoy the water. Highly recommend this spot for a relaxing and scenic getaway!
Monica L
VerifiedOctober 12, 2025 • Stayed at: 71, Loop: Left Outer Loop
Our experience was great, just make sure you are ready to see some bears, we loved it
Danielle D
VerifiedOctober 10, 2025 • Stayed at: 78, Loop: Left Outer Loop
A fantastic place to sleep under the cedars. Great bathrooms, sites, and location is quite beautiful. Close to the market, showers, etc as well.
Raymond S
VerifiedOctober 10, 2025 • Stayed at: 30, Loop: Center Loop
Campsite was clean and well-maintained.
Raymond S
VerifiedOctober 10, 2025 • Stayed at: 30, Loop: Center Loop
Campsite was clean and well-maintained.
Danielle D
VerifiedOctober 10, 2025 • Stayed at: 78, Loop: Left Outer Loop
A fantastic place to sleep under the cedars. Great bathrooms, sites, and location is quite beautiful. Close to the market, showers, etc as well.
Carl L
VerifiedOctober 9, 2025 • Stayed at: 19, Loop: Right Outer Loop
Like several park campgrounds, there is no possibility of any walk up or on site reservations at Sentinel. Even if the campground is half empty, you have to access recreation.gov and reserve and pay on line. Problem is that there is zero cell or data service meaning an onerous 2 hour up and back drive back up Highway 180 to access a signal. So if you are there 3 nights for example, and you wanted to add another night in an obviously not fully booked campground, you have to drive tht 2 hours to add one night. I find this unacceptable trend for no money transfers on site, which I understand, however if parks and campgrounds go this route, they need to provide access to Internet/WIFI on site. Get a StarLink set up and add a hotspot for people to access reservations. Just my 2 cents..
Carl L
VerifiedOctober 9, 2025 • Stayed at: 19, Loop: Right Outer Loop
Like several park campgrounds, there is no possibility of any walk up or on site reservations at Sentinel. Even if the campground is half empty, you have to access recreation.gov and reserve and pay on line. Problem is that there is zero cell or data service meaning an onerous 2 hour up and back drive back up Highway 180 to access a signal. So if you are there 3 nights for example, and you wanted to add another night in an obviously not fully booked campground, you have to drive tht 2 hours to add one night. I find this unacceptable trend for no money transfers on site, which I understand, however if parks and campgrounds go this route, they need to provide access to Internet/WIFI on site. Get a StarLink set up and add a hotspot for people to access reservations. Just my 2 cents..
Donna D
VerifiedOctober 7, 2025 • Stayed at: 51, Loop: Right Middle Loop
Beautiful campgrounds, sites spaced out nicely instead of right next to one another. Site 53 is shaded with big trees and is next to the meadows. Mama bear and two cubs visited our site at 10pm. We didn't have any food sitting out, so we weren't concerned. Neighbors, however, were freaked out and honked their horns for over 15 mins!
Location Sentinel Campground
Address:
47050 Generals Highway
Three Rivers, CA, 93271
United States
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.
Elevation: 1411 feet
76 mi drive to downtown Three Rivers (about 2 hr 18 min)
Policies & Rules
Arrival & departure
Check in time
12PM
Check out time
12PM
Cancellation policy
- Campsites will be cancelled if vacant for 24 hours after arrival; first night's fee and a $10 cancellation fee apply.
Safety & rules
- Used propane tanks must be taken home for proper disposal; do not leave them in the park.
Local regulations
- A California fishing license is required for fishing in the park; check local markets for availability.
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Last updated: September 6, 2026
