About Sentinel Campground
Number of accommodations: 78
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
Water and Hygiene
- Potable Water
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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
David V
VerifiedJune 19, 2025 • Stayed at: 31, Loop: Center Loop
Campsites are good but seem bunched up. The visitors center is small and not a typical visitors center selling souvenirs. About 5min away there is a small store for goods & souvenirs.
Marisa B
VerifiedJune 19, 2025 • Stayed at: 63, Loop: Left Outer Loop
Peaceful campground with sites spaced apart, enjoyed hiking during the day and hanging out by the river in the afternoon.
David V
VerifiedJune 19, 2025 • Stayed at: 31, Loop: Center Loop
Campsites are good but seem bunched up. The visitors center is small and not a typical visitors center selling souvenirs. About 5min away there is a small store for goods & souvenirs.
Marisa B
VerifiedJune 19, 2025 • Stayed at: 63, Loop: Left Outer Loop
Peaceful campground with sites spaced apart, enjoyed hiking during the day and hanging out by the river in the afternoon.
Ryan N
VerifiedJune 18, 2025 • Stayed at: 21, Loop: Right Outer Loop
Excellent campground experience at site 21, close to the river. Plenty of space for two tents. Great shade. Nice firepit. Close to a water spigot. Not too far from the bathroom and not too close. Bathrooms were decent with flushing toilets and a sink. I enjoyed Sentinel more than the Lodgepole campground in Sequoia NP. Would recommend going to see Zumwalt meadows, Roaring River Falls, and the Mist Falls in Paradise Valley for a very nice day hike. Cedar Grove store has showers if you need one, and ice too.
Ryan N
VerifiedJune 18, 2025 • Stayed at: 21, Loop: Right Outer Loop
Excellent campground experience at site 21, close to the river. Plenty of space for two tents. Great shade. Nice firepit. Close to a water spigot. Not too far from the bathroom and not too close. Bathrooms were decent with flushing toilets and a sink. I enjoyed Sentinel more than the Lodgepole campground in Sequoia NP. Would recommend going to see Zumwalt meadows, Roaring River Falls, and the Mist Falls in Paradise Valley for a very nice day hike. Cedar Grove store has showers if you need one, and ice too.
Brian C
VerifiedJune 17, 2025 • Stayed at: 07, Loop: Right Outer Loop
The campsite was huge! We really loved its proximity to the Zumwalt Meadow.
Summer S
VerifiedJune 17, 2025 • Stayed at: 44, Loop: Right Inner Loop
Because this is currently the only campground open, it was very crowded with every site full. While the trees are beautiful, they don't offer any privacy, so be prepared to be in full view of your neighbors at all times. Bathrooms have running water, flush toilets and are well maintained. Table was not level at all, unless you're interested in moving it. Parking spot is also a good distance from the picnic table/bear box/fire ring.
Brian C
VerifiedJune 17, 2025 • Stayed at: 07, Loop: Right Outer Loop
The campsite was huge! We really loved its proximity to the Zumwalt Meadow.
Summer S
VerifiedJune 17, 2025 • Stayed at: 44, Loop: Right Inner Loop
Because this is currently the only campground open, it was very crowded with every site full. While the trees are beautiful, they don't offer any privacy, so be prepared to be in full view of your neighbors at all times. Bathrooms have running water, flush toilets and are well maintained. Table was not level at all, unless you're interested in moving it. Parking spot is also a good distance from the picnic table/bear box/fire ring.
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
