Sentinel
Located on Highway 180, 1/4 mile from Cedar Grove Village.
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Sentinel Details
Sentinel Campground is located on Highway 180, 1/4 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. 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 King Canyon Elevation: 4,600 ft. Open: Varies Reservations: No reservations. First-come, First-served Fee: $18/night Number of sites: 82 Pets: Permitted Groceries, showers, laundry: ¼ mile at Cedar Grove Village. 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. Download the Sentinel campground map for a larger, printable image. (PDF) http://www.nps.gov/seki/planyourvisit/upload/sentinel.pdf
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Sheep Creek
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Hotel Creek Trail
This trail climbs up the relatively dry, south-facing side of the canyon.
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Hotel Creek-Lewis Creek Loop
You can make a nice loop hike by combining the Hotel Creek Trail and the Lewis Creek Trail.
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Cedar Grove Lodge
Located within Cedar Grove Village, deep in the canyon of the Kings Canyon itself.
