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
Larry P
VerifiedSeptember 13, 2024 • Stayed at: 23, Loop: Center Loop
I've visited King's Canyon for over 40 years and visits. Always like the convenience of Sentinel campground. Close to Visitor Center, Market & Showers. On the river and one side has Sheep Creek which is lovely in the springtime.
Plenty of options for sites, with or without trees, some more private than others. I like #23 myself.
Plenty of trailheads nearby and others a short drive. Take motor trail on other side of river if you have appropriate vehicle.
I prefer May but have been there in the fall also. Be prepared for small face flies and/or mosquitos seasonally.
And it can be very very hot down there too. It was 93+ in early Sept.
Gary F
VerifiedSeptember 13, 2024 • Stayed at: 83, Loop: Left Outer Loop
Great and well maintained campground, huge sites!
Jessica P
VerifiedSeptember 11, 2024 • Stayed at: 68, Loop: Left Outer Loop
Beautiful place and campground was clean and very nice
Jessica P
VerifiedSeptember 11, 2024 • Stayed at: 68, Loop: Left Outer Loop
Beautiful place and campground was clean and very nice
Mama Bear S
VerifiedSeptember 10, 2024 • Stayed at: 19, Loop: Right Outer Loop
Campsite was amazing. 19 is a huge site with plenty of room to spread out. Just one thing, a steady flow of people kept cutting right through our site to get to the river and back to their site and would walk within 2 feet of our picnic table while we were eating. It was pretty rude and disrespectful. I finally blocked the path and made them go around.
Mama Bear S
VerifiedSeptember 10, 2024 • Stayed at: 19, Loop: Right Outer Loop
Campsite was amazing. 19 is a huge site with plenty of room to spread out. Just one thing, a steady flow of people kept cutting right through our site to get to the river and back to their site and would walk within 2 feet of our picnic table while we were eating. It was pretty rude and disrespectful. I finally blocked the path and made them go around.
Hannah W
VerifiedSeptember 9, 2024 • Stayed at: 32, Loop: Center Loop
The river was wonderful to rinse off in after a long day.
Juan G
VerifiedSeptember 9, 2024 • Stayed at: 80, Loop: Left Outer Loop
Great experience
Hannah W
VerifiedSeptember 9, 2024 • Stayed at: 32, Loop: Center Loop
The river was wonderful to rinse off in after a long day.
Juan G
VerifiedSeptember 9, 2024 • Stayed at: 80, Loop: Left Outer Loop
Great experience
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