Cedar Grove Visitor Center
36.7910, -118.6711 · Park boundary: National Park Service
The Cedar Grove Visitor Center, located in a small historic cabin beside the South Fork of the Kings River, sits in a mixed coniferous forest at an elevation of 4,600 feet (1,400 m) in Cedar Grove. It is approximately 30 miles east of Grant Grove Village along CA-180. Stop by for park information, maps, and brochures. Nearby amenities include potable water, accessible restrooms, and venues for ranger-led programs. The visitor center operates only during the summer season; operating hours and dates may vary.
- Every day
- 9:00AM - 5:00PM
Cedar Grove Visitor Center is open seasonally, typically from late May through mid-September. Early and late in the season, the facility may be closed on weekdays. The visitor center may also close for lunch at any time. Please note that operating dates and hours are subject to change.
- Winter Closure (End Date Subject to Change Based on Conditions) · Sep 28, 2026 – May 19, 2027 · Closed
Per the National Park Service, as of 2026-08-04
Per the National Park Service, as of 2026-08-04
Cedar Grove Visitor Center is a Passport To Your National Parks stamp location.
On Highway 180, 30 miles (48 km) east of Grant Grove. Next to Sentinel Campground.
A small building is surrounded by incense-cedar and small, young sequoia trees. Needles from the trees cover the ground, forming a reddish carpet. The building is rustic, made in the style of a log cabin. The logs are painted brown. In the center of a building is a single doorway with two paned windows on either side. To the right of the door when facing the front door, there's a sign kiosk with maps and a bulletin case. Next to the kiosk is a pay phone. To the left of the building is a restroom, painted in the same color of brown.
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