Top 10 Camping Spots Near Kings Canyon National Park, California

1. Sentinel Campground

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Located on Highway 180, this campground sits in the Kings canyon along the South Fork of the Kings River. The ground is located near the beautiful Cedar Grove village, and there are soaring mountains all around, which will blow your mind. Activities such as horseback riding and hiking are possible here. You can also fish in the river.

Each of the campsites at this campground is provided with a campfire ring, food storage box, and picnic table. While tents are available at this campground, RV parking is also allowed here.

Sentinel Campground

Address: Kings Canyon National Park, CA 93633, United States (map)

Website: Sentinel Campground

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2. Buckeye Flat Campground

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Buckeye Flat campground is about 7 mi (11 km) away from the Ash Mountain Entrance of Sequoia National Park. Because this campground is located along the Middle Fork of the Kaweah River, you will get to hear the pleasing sounds of the rushing river if you choose to camp here.

This campground has 28 wooded tents. You will be provided with a food storage locker at this campground. Pets are also allowed here; however, it is advised that you keep them on a leash as far as possible as black bears are active in the area. Reservations to this campground are available between mid-March to late-September.

Buckeye Flat Campground

Address: Sequoia National Park, California 93262, United States (map)

Website: Buckeye Flat Campground

3. Princess Campground

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This campground is located in the Indian Basin Grove near the Indian Basin Meadow and Creek. It has three campground loops, namely Shining Cloud, Yellow Moon, and Morning Star. Set amid soaring Sequoia trees and other conifers, the campsites here enjoy their fair share of privacy.

It has as many as 90 campsites, many suitable for families with kids. If you feel like, you can also take guided hiking tours around the area, which happen generally on weekends. However, you can also stroll around and/or hike on your own if you like. Campfires and barbecues are also allowed here.

Princess Campground

Address: CA-180, Miramonte, CA 93633, United States (map)

Website: Princess Campground

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4. Sunset Campground

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This campground is located near the entrance of Kings Canyon National Park. From the base camp of this ground, you can visit Cedar Grove, Hume Lake, and Grant Grove. There are 157 campsites here, suitable for group camping as well as families.

The camping season here is generally between late May and early September. A maximum of six people is allowed per site here, including children. Two RVs per site are allowed, so if you have a larger group or more than two vehicles, you’ll have to book more than one campsite. Pets are allowed here too.

Sunset Campground

Address: Generals Hwy, Hume, CA 93628, United States (map)

Website: Sunset Campground

5. Moraine Campground

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With as many as 121 camping sites, this campground sits at the altitude of 4,600 ft (1,402 m) from the sea level. It is open to campers from late May through early September and has designated sites for RVs, trailers, as well as tents.

This camping ground is located just adjacent to the Sentinel Campground and there are a good number of activities for people to indulge in at this place. You can go fishing in the river or even hike or walk up to Mist Falls and admire nature. There are also a number of other places, such as Cedar Grove village in the vicinity, which you will like.

Moraine Campground

Address: California 93633, United States (map)

Website: Moraine Campground

6. Crystal Springs Campground

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Another campground situated near the Kings Canyon National Park entrance, this one boasts campsites that are spread across an expansive mixed conifer forest. Located at the height of 6,500 feet (1,981 m), this campground is comparatively smaller than others in the vicinity in that it has only 36 campsites.

All those who book a campsite at this place will get facilities such as bear-resistant food locker, fire ring, and picnic table. During the night, you can enjoy stargazing and campfires with your mates. In the vicinity, there is Grant Grove village where you’ll find a restaurant and a grocery store.

Crystal Springs Campground

Address: Hume, CA 93628, United States (map)

Website: Crystal Springs Campground

7. Sheep Creek Campground

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Located in Cedar Grove near Kings Canyon National Park, this campground has 111 sites and sits at the elevation of 4,600 ft (1,402 m). While some of the sites here are suitable for trailers and RVs, tents are also available. So, you can choose the camping accommodation of your choice here.

Surrounded by a beautiful valley, towering peaks, and hiking trails, this campground is a haven for nature lovers. If you want to visit the adjacent campgrounds and other local destinations, this campground has a special biking trail that you can take. Hikes to Mist Falls and Roaring River Falls are also popular activities here.

Sheep Creek Campground

Address: CA-180, California, United States (map)

Website: Sheep Creek Campground

8. Azalea Campground

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Enjoying a central location in Kings Canyon and Sequoia parks, this campground is located in the Grant Grove village. One of the premier camping spots, it has 110 campsites, which are open throughout the year. Space for parking two RVs is available on limited sites, so inquire in advance while making a reservation.

On-site amenities such as picnic tables, bear-resistant food lockers, and campfire rings are provided to campers here. A gift shop, restaurant, and grocery store are available in the nearby Grant Grove village. Several hiking and biking trails are accessible from this campground too.

Azalea Campground

Address: Grant Grove, CA 93633, United States (map)

Website: Azalea Campground

9. Hume Lake Campground

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Providing suitable facilities for all kinds of campers, this campground has 74 sites located within an easy walking distance from Hume Lake, a popular recreational spot. Since this campground is centrally located, people camping here can get easy access to major attractions in Kings Canyon and Sequoia national parks.

Active travelers can engage in activities such as fishing, canoeing, hiking, and biking nearby. If you are visiting in winter, you can also indulge in snowmobiling, snowshoeing and cross-country skiing. The nearby Boyden Caverns are worth a visit as well.

Hume Lake Campground

Address: 64144 Hume Lake Rd, Hume, CA 93628, United States (map)

Website: Hume Lake Campground

10. Convict Flat Campground

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This campground is located at the height of 3,000 ft (914 m) and consists of only 5 independent campsites. It is situated in the Kings Canyon National Park and each campsite here offers a lot of privacy. You can camp with your RVs and mid-sized trailers here and participate in river and stream fishing, hiking, and biking.

Since it is at a lower altitude than most other campgrounds in the park, the temperatures here are comparatively warmer all through the year. So, if you are traveling with children, you can consider this campground. Do note that it is closed in winter.

Convict Flat Campground

Address: Hume, CA 93628, United States (map)

Website: Convict Flat Campground

Immerse yourself in the natural beauty of Kings Canyon National Park

Whether you are looking for a tent-only site or an RV camping site, there are plenty of campgrounds in and around the Kings Canyon National Park to choose from. So, pack your bags and get ready for one of the most amazing camping experiences of your lifetime.