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
Vimalesh M
VerifiedOctober 30, 2022 • Stayed at: 41, Loop: Right Inner Loop
Great site with clean restroom, outdoor sink attached to the restroom.
Madison W
VerifiedOctober 30, 2022 • Stayed at: 22, Loop: Center Loop
Nice campsite with bear box for food storage. Firewood available on site. Laundry facilities and showers as well although were not available when we stayed. Lots of lovely trails nearby to explore. :)
Lucila F
VerifiedOctober 30, 2022 • Stayed at: 06, Loop: Right Outer Loop
The campground is clean the spacious are big my kids loved see you next year
Vimalesh M
VerifiedOctober 30, 2022 • Stayed at: 41, Loop: Right Inner Loop
Great site with clean restroom, outdoor sink attached to the restroom.
Madison W
VerifiedOctober 30, 2022 • Stayed at: 22, Loop: Center Loop
Nice campsite with bear box for food storage. Firewood available on site. Laundry facilities and showers as well although were not available when we stayed. Lots of lovely trails nearby to explore. :)
Lucila F
VerifiedOctober 30, 2022 • Stayed at: 06, Loop: Right Outer Loop
The campground is clean the spacious are big my kids loved see you next year
Timothy T
VerifiedOctober 29, 2022 • Stayed at: 57, Loop: Right Middle Loop
I enjoyed my camping experience at Sentinel Campground, Site #57, in Kings Canyon NP.
Pros: It was more remote and peaceful than expected. Scenic wild country, offering many day hikes with easy to difficult ratings. Backpackers could hike into the high Sierras. Pros: Large campsites. No crowds or hustle and bustle as in Yosemite 3 days ago. Here there was water and flush toilets. Good hiking in the wild Sierras.
Cons: no showers or services. (There was a lodge complex which appeared to be closed). The pine trees dripped resin all over my car's windows and bodywork. This was hard to remove.
James M
VerifiedOctober 29, 2022 • Stayed at: 54, Loop: Right Middle Loop
Campground was fine. The crowds certainly start to thin out down in Kings Canyon, at least when I was there. The sites have picnic tables, bear boxes. Make sure to bring soap. I was confused where to put my trash, some of the dumpsters were zip-tied shut, but some others in the campground were open.
IRENE S
VerifiedOctober 29, 2022 • Stayed at: 76, Loop: Left Outer Loop
Spacious and well planned out campground.
Bathroom very clean.
Able to use to the campfire ring.
Oct 2022 showers not available due to drought.
Timothy T
VerifiedOctober 29, 2022 • Stayed at: 57, Loop: Right Middle Loop
I enjoyed my camping experience at Sentinel Campground, Site #57, in Kings Canyon NP.
Pros: It was more remote and peaceful than expected. Scenic wild country, offering many day hikes with easy to difficult ratings. Backpackers could hike into the high Sierras. Pros: Large campsites. No crowds or hustle and bustle as in Yosemite 3 days ago. Here there was water and flush toilets. Good hiking in the wild Sierras.
Cons: no showers or services. (There was a lodge complex which appeared to be closed). The pine trees dripped resin all over my car's windows and bodywork. This was hard to remove.
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