About Sentinel Campground
Number of accommodations: 78
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2026 Season availability
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Reviews (1002)
What Guests Are Saying
Sentinel Campground is well-maintained, clean, and set in a beautiful location near the river with ample hiking opportunities and great privacy between sites. Campers appreciate the friendly rangers and the peaceful atmosphere, especially in quieter months. While some facilities had minor issues, overall, guests enjoy a fantastic experience in nature.
What Guests Are Saying
Sentinel Campground is well-maintained, clean, and set in a beautiful location near the river with ample hiking opportunities and great privacy between sites. Campers appreciate the friendly rangers and the peaceful atmosphere, especially in quieter months. While some facilities had minor issues, overall, guests enjoy a fantastic experience in nature.
Review Summary
Brittany M
VerifiedJuly 3, 2025 • Stayed at: 47, Loop: Right Inner Loop
I actually don’t want to write a review about how great this campground, and Kings Canyon, are. I don’t want the secret to get out and have swarms of people show up!!
This campground is the perfect location to explore KC! The visitors center, gen store and showers are just across the street. You’re next to the river for fishing or letting the kids plays in the shallows. The drive to either of the falls or road’s end and Muir Rock are just minutes. And they’re beautiful minutes of driving! Beautiful hikes are within easy reach of the sites…even one that we went on and had NO ONE ELSE THERE THE ENTIRE HIKE!! (But I won’t mention which one that is. You’ll need to do some exploring on your own and see if you can have the same magical experience). This is our 3rd time staying down in the canyon (as opposed to up in Sunset Campground) and this camp is awesome! Sunset was loud and felt kind of “party-ish” or “influencer pit-stop” vibe—Sentinel is quiet and peaceful. We came with 5 other families and we all loved our time here!
Brittany M
VerifiedJuly 3, 2025 • Stayed at: 47, Loop: Right Inner Loop
I actually don’t want to write a review about how great this campground, and Kings Canyon, are. I don’t want the secret to get out and have swarms of people show up!!
This campground is the perfect location to explore KC! The visitors center, gen store and showers are just across the street. You’re next to the river for fishing or letting the kids plays in the shallows. The drive to either of the falls or road’s end and Muir Rock are just minutes. And they’re beautiful minutes of driving! Beautiful hikes are within easy reach of the sites…even one that we went on and had NO ONE ELSE THERE THE ENTIRE HIKE!! (But I won’t mention which one that is. You’ll need to do some exploring on your own and see if you can have the same magical experience). This is our 3rd time staying down in the canyon (as opposed to up in Sunset Campground) and this camp is awesome! Sunset was loud and felt kind of “party-ish” or “influencer pit-stop” vibe—Sentinel is quiet and peaceful. We came with 5 other families and we all loved our time here!
Anna O
VerifiedJuly 1, 2025 • Stayed at: 04, Loop: Right Outer Loop
Campground and facilities were good. However we did not like the fact that the toilets did not have lights. Also it was not obvious what sinks should be used to wash dishes. Some faucets had handles that you constantly need to hold that made washing/filling water a bit challenging. Also the directions and sign to the campground was not good. We missed the campground as there was no sign on the road. Better signage will be helpful.
Anna O
VerifiedJuly 1, 2025 • Stayed at: 04, Loop: Right Outer Loop
Campground and facilities were good. However we did not like the fact that the toilets did not have lights. Also it was not obvious what sinks should be used to wash dishes. Some faucets had handles that you constantly need to hold that made washing/filling water a bit challenging. Also the directions and sign to the campground was not good. We missed the campground as there was no sign on the road. Better signage will be helpful.
William B
VerifiedJune 30, 2025 • Stayed at: 07, Loop: Right Outer Loop
A wonderful time was enjoyed by over half my family. My grandkids couldn’t have been more pleased with you Jr. Ranger books and badges. As always Roaring River Falls did not fail to please.
Please as a reminder; put all food,even cooking oils into bear box. Thanks to all.
William B
VerifiedJune 30, 2025 • Stayed at: 07, Loop: Right Outer Loop
A wonderful time was enjoyed by over half my family. My grandkids couldn’t have been more pleased with you Jr. Ranger books and badges. As always Roaring River Falls did not fail to please.
Please as a reminder; put all food,even cooking oils into bear box. Thanks to all.
robin l
VerifiedJune 29, 2025 • Stayed at: 80, Loop: Left Outer Loop
The bathrooms were clean and the site was good but around 9pm
Cars were honking and people were banging pots we were not sure why as it was another part of the campground. Sadly no rangers were there to help us. People left out plastic bins as they figured this is bear proof and no rangers did anything but earlier that week there was an issue with a bear so not sure why there is no one to be available at the campground for us
Fatima P
VerifiedJune 29, 2025 • Stayed at: 08, Loop: Right Outer Loop
Spacious and beautiful campsite. Campground well kept and clean. Beautiful location!
robin l
VerifiedJune 29, 2025 • Stayed at: 80, Loop: Left Outer Loop
The bathrooms were clean and the site was good but around 9pm
Cars were honking and people were banging pots we were not sure why as it was another part of the campground. Sadly no rangers were there to help us. People left out plastic bins as they figured this is bear proof and no rangers did anything but earlier that week there was an issue with a bear so not sure why there is no one to be available at the campground for us
Fatima P
VerifiedJune 29, 2025 • Stayed at: 08, Loop: Right Outer Loop
Spacious and beautiful campsite. Campground well kept and clean. Beautiful location!
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.
Latitude & Longitude: 36.7903 / -118.672
Elevation: 1411 feet
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: June 5, 2026
