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
Taryn C
VerifiedMay 18, 2025 • Stayed at: 07, Loop: Right Outer Loop
Amazing campsite, absolutely beautiful with space between sites. I would stay here again any time, it was a much welcome break from people. The bats at sunset were a joy to watch. I loved how convenient it was to explore the canyon of Kings Canyon.
Taryn C
VerifiedMay 18, 2025 • Stayed at: 07, Loop: Right Outer Loop
Amazing campsite, absolutely beautiful with space between sites. I would stay here again any time, it was a much welcome break from people. The bats at sunset were a joy to watch. I loved how convenient it was to explore the canyon of Kings Canyon.
SUSAN M
VerifiedFebruary 23, 2025 • Stayed at: 15, Loop: Right Outer Loop
We really liked Sentinel campground, we stayed here so that we could hike from the road's end first thing in the morning. Our campsite was a really great location, we could walk through the trees to the river, where we sat and ate our dinner. Nice and spacious, really quiet, great stars at night. We loved Kings Canyon in general, and would definitely come back to this campground.
SUSAN M
VerifiedFebruary 23, 2025 • Stayed at: 15, Loop: Right Outer Loop
We really liked Sentinel campground, we stayed here so that we could hike from the road's end first thing in the morning. Our campsite was a really great location, we could walk through the trees to the river, where we sat and ate our dinner. Nice and spacious, really quiet, great stars at night. We loved Kings Canyon in general, and would definitely come back to this campground.
Juan C
VerifiedJanuary 21, 2025 • Stayed at: 36, Loop: Center Loop
Love our stay at Sentinel campground conveniently located right next to the Kings River which the kids did not stay out off while we were there and I did not miss a chance to fish and catch me some wild trout.
Juan C
VerifiedJanuary 21, 2025 • Stayed at: 36, Loop: Center Loop
Love our stay at Sentinel campground conveniently located right next to the Kings River which the kids did not stay out off while we were there and I did not miss a chance to fish and catch me some wild trout.
Tom C
VerifiedDecember 8, 2024 • Stayed at: 43, Loop: Right Inner Loop
Campsite was fine. Restrooms were not. At a minimum they need better daily maintenance and repairs. They really need to be replaced.
Stalls out of order, stall doors won’t shut, main door to building does not close at all. Filthy.
Tom C
VerifiedDecember 8, 2024 • Stayed at: 43, Loop: Right Inner Loop
Campsite was fine. Restrooms were not. At a minimum they need better daily maintenance and repairs. They really need to be replaced.
Stalls out of order, stall doors won’t shut, main door to building does not close at all. Filthy.
Stephen M
VerifiedNovember 18, 2024 • Stayed at: 01, Loop: Right Outer Loop
Exactly what was expected. Site was large, clean, and as described. Better tree cover than the other grounds I’d stayed in at Cedar Grove in KCNP.
Stephen M
VerifiedNovember 18, 2024 • Stayed at: 01, Loop: Right Outer Loop
Exactly what was expected. Site was large, clean, and as described. Better tree cover than the other grounds I’d stayed in at Cedar Grove in KCNP.
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