Canyon View Group Campground
36.7872, -118.6654 · Park boundary: National Park Service
The campground is typically open May through October. All sites are reservation only. Canyon View campground is located on Highway 180, 0.25 miles (400 m) from Cedar Grove Village. This group-only campground is on the floor of the canyon along the South Fork of the Kings River. It was named for its excellent views of Kings Canyon's granite cliffs. This campground is for medium and large groups.
- Every day
- All Day
Canyon View Campground usually opens in mid June and closes in late September.
- Fall/Winter Closure (Subject to Change) · Sep 3, 2026 – May 19, 2027 · Closed
Per the National Park Service, as of 2026-08-04
Mid-sized group sites at Canyon View Campground are for groups from 7 to 19 people.
This site accommodate from 20 to 30 people. This fee is charge per night.
These sites accommodate from 20 to 40 people. This fee is charge per night.
Per the National Park Service, as of 2026-08-04
Reservations for Canyon View Group Campground typically open in January and can be made up to four months in advance of your stay. All sites are reservation only.
- Camp store
- Yes - seasonal
- Drinking water
- Yes - seasonal
- Firewood for sale
- Yes - seasonal
- Food storage lockers
- Yes - seasonal
- Ice for sale
- Yes - seasonal
- Toilets
- Flush Toilets - seasonal
- Trash & recycling
- Yes - seasonal
- Amphitheater
- No
- Cell reception
- No
- Dump station
- No
- Host on site
- No
- Internet
- No
- Laundry
- No
- Showers
- None
Per the National Park Service, as of 2026-08-04
- RVs
- Not allowed
- Trailers
- Not allowed
- Access roads
- Paved Roads - All vehicles OK
- Classification
- Developed Campground
The campground road is paved and relatively level. Access routes leading to parking and accessible restrooms follow wide, slightly-sloped gravel paths.
Campsite C is designated accessible in this group campground. Within the accessible site, four of the six tent pads are accessible. The site includes fire rings with accessible grills, extended picnic tables, and a level and firm natural surface. Access routes leading to parking and accessible restrooms follow wide, slightly-sloped gravel paths.
In summer, fire restrictions are often in effect in this campground due to dry conditions and the potential for accidental human-caused fire. When fire danger is very high, wood and charcoal fires (including campfires in fire rings and wood-burning stoves) may be prohibited. Restrictions change as weather and fire conditions change. Check current fire restrictions online or at park bulletin boards before you camp.
Per the National Park Service, as of 2026-08-04
Canyon View Campground is located 32 miles from Kings Canyon National Park entrance in the Cedar Grove area. The entrance is along Highway 180.
This campground is at 4,600 feet (1,402 m). Summers are usually warm and sunny, however the weather can change at any time. Be prepared for three-season camping, even in summer.
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 Pets are permitted within the campground but must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet (1.8 m). Pets, including those riding in backpacks, are not allowed on any trails in Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks. For more information about pet regulations: https://www.nps.gov/seki/planyourvisit/pets.htm Gates open/close at 12 pm on open and close dates. Check-in at 12 pm or later. Check out before 12 pm. If you have not checked in by noon on the second day of your reserved, your reserved site may be considered unoccupied and opened to new campers. Buy firewood at local markets, do not cut standing or living trees.
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