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Basic Information
 Sunset Campground closes for the season on September 4th.
All sites are reservation only. Individual site reservations are on a one-month rolling basis. Group site reservations are on a four-month rolling basis. Sunset Campground is located 3 miles (5 km) from Kings Canyon Park entrance. It is located near Grant Grove Village in an open stand of evergreens. Services can be found in Grant Grove Village. A park amphitheater is located here and occasionally offers park programs. TOTAL SITES: 158 Electric Hookups: 0 RV Only: 0 Tent Only: 0 Walk to/Boat to: 0 Group: 2 Horse: 0 Other: 0 Amenities
Fire/Stove Policy In summer, fire restrictions may be in effect if conditions are dry, even at higher-elevation campgrounds. When fire danger is very high, wood and charcoal fires (including campfires in fire rings and wood-burning stoves) may be prohibited. Check current fire restrictions online or at park bulletin boards before you camp. Toilet Types
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Weather This campground is at 6,500 feet (1,980 m). Summers are usually warm and sunny, however the weather can change at any time. Be prepared for three-season camping, even in summer. Tent or RV Sites This fee is valid for up to six people at a single tent or RV site per night. $32.00 Group Sites A & B These group sites accommodate from 15 to 30 people. The fee is charged per night. $50.00 Access or Senior Pass Tent or RV Sites Senior Passes or Access Passes provide a 50 percent discount on some amenity fees charged for facilities and services such as camping, swimming, boat launch, and specialized interpretive services. This does not apply to group campsites. $16.00 Email Address Phone number (Voice) Mailing Address 47050 Generals HighwayThree Rivers, CA 93271 Physical Address NM525a RoadGrant Grove, CA 93633 Directions From the Big Stump entrance on Hwy 180, follow 180 for 15 minutes. The campground is directly across from Kings Canyon Visitor Center.Cell Phone Additional Information A pay phone is available at Kings Canyon Visitor Center. Regulations Black bears are active in this area. Food and scented items must be stored properly to protect bears and other wildlife. When you arrive at the campground, be prepared to store all food and scented items in metal food-storage boxes provided at each site. Learn more about bears and the importance of food storage: http://www.nps.gov/seki/planyourvisit/bears.htm All sites are reservation only. Reservations for individual campsites at Sunset Campground can be made up to one month in advance of your stay. Reservations open for the season on May 8, 2024, two weeks in advance of the campground opening date of May 22, 2024. Reservations for group campsites at Sunset Campground will open on a four-month rolling basis. Reservations open for the season on May 8. 2024, two weeks in advance of the campground opening date of May 22, 2024.
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Accessibility Information
ADA Information - Sites 26 and 116 are accessible and feature a paved accessible parking space, a level tent pad, raised grill, and accessible picnic table. Wheelchair Access - Paved routes lead to campground facilities, including accessible flush restrooms. Near Sunset Campground, this amphitheater is just south of Grant Grove Village on Highway 180. A wide, paved, gently-sloped route leads from an unmarked, paved parking lot to the amphitheater. The nearest accessible restrooms are located at the visitor center or near campsite 26. The amphitheater features backless benches with companion seating available at the ends. All seating is on a moderate slope. RV & Trailer Information - Allowed, length varies by site. The campground has no hookups or dump stations. The nearest dump stations (summer only) are located at Dorst Creek Campground (when open) in Sequoia National Park, or Princess Campground (Hwy 180 at Hume Lake Junction) in Sequoia National Forest. RV Allowed - Yes RV Max Length in Feet - 30 Trailer Allowed - Yes Trailer Max Length in Feet - 30 Classification - This campground is a developed campground. Other InformationYou are required to store food properly in order to protect bears. Each campsite has a large food storage locker (47”W x 33”D x 28”H) that is resistant to bears when properly latched. Learn more about bears and food storage in the parks.
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Last updated: August 21, 2024