• Giant Sequoia Trees

    Sequoia & Kings Canyon

    National Parks California

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  • Parks Institute Stage 1 Fire Restrictions June 1, 2013

    Due to high fire danger, Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks are instituting fire restrictions inside the parks. More »

  • Road Construction Delays (if Entering/Exiting Hwy. 198)

    Expect minimal construction delays on main road through parks (Generals Hwy) through June 2013 on weekdays generally from 7 a.m.-6 p.m. See link for schedule. Call for 24-hour road conditions info: 559-565-3341 (press 1, 1, 1). More »

  • Vehicle Length Limits Have Changed in Sequoia NP (if Entering/Exiting Hwy 198)

    Planning to see the "Big Trees" in Sequoia National Park? If you enter/exit via Hwy. 198, please pay close attention to new vehicle length advisories for your safety and the safety of others. More »

  • Some Opening/Closing Dates for Services and Facilities May Change – Check Back for Updates

    Some opening/closing dates for facilities and visitor services in the parks may change due to weather or other circumstances. Call 559-565-3341 or send us an email using the "Contact Us" link below the main menu (bottom left, this page).

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Sentinel Campground

Sentinel Campground is located on Highway 180, ¼ mile from Cedar Grove Village. The campground is situated in the canyon along the Middle Fork of the Kings River under open stands of evergreen trees.

Some Opening/Closing Dates for Services and Facilities May Change- Check Back for Updates.

Some of the opening/closing dates for facilities and visitor services in the parks may change due to weather and/or other circumstances. Please call 559-565-3341 BEFORE you plan to visit.

Region

Cedar Grove area in King Canyon

Elevation

4,600 ft. (1,402 m)

Open

May 22-29, 2013 and
July 1- September 4, 2013

Reservations

No reservations. First-come, First-served

Fee

$18/night

Number of sites

82

RV length

Trailer length

Pets

Permitted (Learn more about pet regulations)

Dump station

Groceries, showers, laundry

¼ mile at Cedar Grove Village.

Accessibility

Ranger Programs

July to early September

Phone

1/4 mile at Cedar Grove Village

Restrooms

Flush toilets

Food storage

Metal food locker - 48"W x 34"D x 28"H

Nearby Attractions

Horseback riding

You are required to store food properly in order to protect bears. Learn more about bears and food storage in the parks.

Download the Sentinel campground map for a larger, printable image. (PDF)

 
Sentinel Campground map, Kings Canyon National Park.

Did You Know?

Fairy lantern wildflowers.

The unusual diversity of climates and ecosystems in Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks led to its designation as an International Biosphere Reserve. There are 580 reserves in 114 countries that hold this honor world-wide.