Sentinel Campground

47050 Generals Highway, Three Rivers, California, United States

Sentinel Campground
Sentinel Campground

Featured amenities

General Store General Store
Pet Friendly Pet Friendly
Picnic Table Picnic Table
Restrooms Restrooms
Showers Showers
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Sites & Rates

Average nightly rates

78 total sites

RV Sites

77 sites

Tent Sites

1 site

About Sentinel Campground

Sentinel Campground in Cedar Grove is nestled in the stunning Kings Canyon, one of the deepest canyons in the United States. With views of a lovely meadow central to the campground, the sound of the Kings River, and glowing mountainsides just beyond the trees, Sentinel Campground is a wonderful place for families to spend time in the great outdoors.

Number of accommodations: 78

Seasonal information

2026 Season availability

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Currently open - May 20 to Sep 15

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

General Store General Store
Pet friendly Pet friendly
Picnic Table Picnic Table
Restrooms Restrooms
Showers Showers
Fire Pit Fire Pit
Site Setup and Access

Site Setup and Access

  • ADA Accessible
Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Potable Water
  • Restrooms
  • Showers
  • Laundry
Cooking and Fire

Cooking and Fire

  • Picnic Table
  • BBQ
  • Fire Pit
On Site Services

On Site Services

  • General Store
Pets and Policies

Pets and Policies

  • Pet friendly
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Rates, Sites & Availability

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78 Sites Available

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🚐 38, Loop: Right Inner Loop RV
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⛺ 55, Loop: Right Middle Loop Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
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🚐 60, Loop: Left Outer Loop RV
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Reviews (1129)

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What Guests Are Saying

Sentinel Campground offers a beautiful setting with spacious, shaded sites and proximity to the river, making it ideal for hiking and outdoor activities. Many visitors appreciate the serene atmosphere and the campground's access to nearby amenities, such as the store and ranger programs. However, the facilities, particularly the restrooms, are in disrepair and require maintenance, which detracts from the overall experience.

Review Summary

4.4
1129 reviews
5
64.4%
727
4
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244
3
6.8%
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4.3%
49
1
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Stephanie T

Verified

August 26, 2024 • Stayed at: 30, Loop: Center Loop

5

Great large location with flat areas to easily pitch tents. Only downside is that it's the campsite closest to the bathrooms and where people dump the trash/recycling (no complaints from my group, but some others may want to be slightly further away). Loved it at #30!

Caroline C

Verified

August 24, 2024 • Stayed at: 68, Loop: Left Outer Loop

5

We always have the best time camping in kings canyon and have became a bod fan of sentinel campgrounds!

Michael F

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August 24, 2024 • Stayed at: 56, Loop: Right Middle Loop

5

Very nice campground under the trees with a meadow along the upper top. Sunrise in the morning was beautiful through the trees. Sites were pretty level for a camper van and are very wide. You won't feel like you're camping on top of someone else. Small visitor center in the campsite, and a store across the river.

Caroline C

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August 24, 2024 • Stayed at: 68, Loop: Left Outer Loop

5

We always have the best time camping in kings canyon and have became a bod fan of sentinel campgrounds!

Michael F

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August 24, 2024 • Stayed at: 56, Loop: Right Middle Loop

5

Very nice campground under the trees with a meadow along the upper top. Sunrise in the morning was beautiful through the trees. Sites were pretty level for a camper van and are very wide. You won't feel like you're camping on top of someone else. Small visitor center in the campsite, and a store across the river.

Gabriel B

August 20, 2024

5

Great campground. Although you do have to watch out for the bears…

Gabriel B

August 20, 2024

5

Great campground. Although you do have to watch out for the bears…

Andy S

Verified

August 16, 2024 • Stayed at: 24, Loop: Center Loop

4

I think this is the only campground open this season at Kings Canyon. The location is great, campsite has plenty of room for tents, but parking space is tight. Bears are visiting every night, hide anything smelly in a bear box. Bathrooms feel like they need some renovation, but there is running water in any case, which is great. The river is very close by, we bathed there after hikes. Some neighbors were very loud and stayed well beyond 10pm, hosts are not enforcing quiet hours. There is a Cedar Grove Lodge nearby with a shop and a sandwich place, but I won't recommend eating there, burger was terrible and salads are pre-packed looks like few days in advance.

Andy S

Verified

August 16, 2024 • Stayed at: 24, Loop: Center Loop

4

I think this is the only campground open this season at Kings Canyon. The location is great, campsite has plenty of room for tents, but parking space is tight. Bears are visiting every night, hide anything smelly in a bear box. Bathrooms feel like they need some renovation, but there is running water in any case, which is great. The river is very close by, we bathed there after hikes. Some neighbors were very loud and stayed well beyond 10pm, hosts are not enforcing quiet hours. There is a Cedar Grove Lodge nearby with a shop and a sandwich place, but I won't recommend eating there, burger was terrible and salads are pre-packed looks like few days in advance.

Joe J

Verified

August 13, 2024 • Stayed at: 73, Loop: Left Outer Loop

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Location Sentinel Campground

Address:
47050 Generals Highway
Three Rivers, CA, 93271
United States

Highway access

Sentinel Campground is accessible via Kings Canyon Scenic Byway, which connects to CA-198 approximately 25 miles to the west.

Elevation: 1411 feet

Distance to downtown

76 mi drive to downtown Three Rivers (about 2 hr 18 min)

Map of Sentinel Campground location at Three Rivers, CA, United States
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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: September 10, 2026

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