Sheep Creek
Located on Highway 180, 1/4 mile from Cedar Grove Village.
Plan Around Sheep Creek
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Sheep Creek Details
Sheep Creek campground is located on Highway 180, ¼ mile from Cedar Grove Village. The campground is situated in the canyon near the Middle Fork of the Kings River. Opening and closing dates of areas and facilities may change depending on a variety of conditions: storms and related damage, water shortages, construction activities, hazard-tree concerns, and other issues. Region: Cedar Grove area in Kings Canyon: Elevation: 4,600 ft. Open: Late May to Mid-October Reservations: No reservations. First-come, first-served. Fee: $18/night Number of sites: 111 Pets: Permitted Groceries, showers, laundry: 1/4 mile at Cedar Grove Village. Ranger Programs: July and August Phone: ¼ 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. Download the Sheep Creek campground map for a larger, printable image. (PDF) http://www.nps.gov/seki/planyourvisit/upload/sheep_creek-2.pdf
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Nearby Points of Interest Around Sheep Creek
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Lookout Peak
Beyond Sheep Creek, the climb to Lookout Peak provides an incredible panorama of the park's backcountry.
0.6 mi away
Hotel Creek Trail
This trail climbs up the relatively dry, south-facing side of the canyon.
0.6 mi away
Hotel Creek-Lewis Creek Loop
You can make a nice loop hike by combining the Hotel Creek Trail and the Lewis Creek Trail.
0.6 mi away
Cedar Grove Lodge
Located within Cedar Grove Village, deep in the canyon of the Kings Canyon itself.
