Site photos and what to expect when camping at the Moraine Campground in Kings Canyon National Park, California. Campground map, amenities and more

The Moraine Campground in Kings Canyon National Park is located in the Cedar Grove section of the park. The campground has 121 sites that can accommodate RV and tent camping.

There is a paved loop and paved parking for each site along with a bear box, fire ring, and picnic table.

Some of the sites have shade but there are many that are in the direct sun. The campground does not take reservations so you will want to make sure and arrive early enough to have a choice of sites.

Moraine Campground

Make sure to bring a water container, bug spray and a shade cover with you in case you are out in the hot sun. We saw a lot of Stellar Jays in the campground. Make sure you have your food in containers the birds can not get into.

We visited in early August and the campground was 85 degrees by 11 am.

Season: Late spring through early fall

Location in the park: ¾ mile (1.2 km) from Cedar Grove Village

Number of sites: 121 sites open to tents, RVs, and trailers

Campsite cost: $18

Payments accepted: Cash, check or credit cards

Reservations: Sites are first-come, first-served

Latitude/Longitude: 36.7858° N, 118.6612° W

Elevation: 4,600 ft (1,402 m) elevation

Accessible Sites: 71A and 74 (see photos below)

Pets Allowed: Pets are permitted within the campground but must be leashed at all times. Learn more about pet regulations.

Check out our Kings Canyon National Park Camping Guide for information on all of the campgrounds within the park.

Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Park Entrance Fee

Park entrance fees are separate from camping and lodging fees.

Park Entrance Pass - $35.00 Per private vehicle (valid for 1-7 days from the date of purchase)

Park Entrance Pass - Motorcycle - $30.00 Per motorcycle (valid for 1-7 days from the date of purchase)

Per-Person Entrance Pass - $20.00 Visitors 16 years or older who enter on foot, bicycle, or as part of an organized group not involved in a commercial tour.

Annual Park Entrance Pass - $70.00, Admits pass holder and all passengers in a non-commercial vehicle. Valid for one year from the month of purchase.

$20.00 for Non-commercial group (16+ persons)

$45.00-75.00 for commercial sedan with 1-6 seats ($25.00 plus $20.00 per passenger)

$75.00 for commercial van with 7-15 seats

$100.00 commercial Mini-bus with 16-25 seats

$200.00 for commercial Motor Coach with 26+ seats

Learn more about National Park Passes for parks that have an entrance fee.

$80.00 - For the America the Beautiful/National Park Pass. The pass covers entrance fees to all US National Park Sites and over 2,000 Federal Recreation Fee Sites for an entire year and covers everyone in the car for per-vehicle sites and up to 4 adults for per-person sites.

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National Park Free Entrance Days -Mark your calendars with the five free entrance days the National Park Service offers annually.

Moraine Campground Reservations

Are campground Reservations Available? Sites are first-come, first-served

Moraine Campground Amenities

Flush Toilets: Yes

Potable Water? Yes

Is wifi available? No

Is cellular Phone Service Available? No

Is camp host available on site? Yes

Is firewood available for purchase? Local markets sell firewood and gathering dead and down wood is allowed.

A payphone, restaurant, showers, and laundry facilities are available in the Cedar Grove Village ¾ mile (1.2 km) away, and horseback riding is offered (for a fee) nearby.

Amenities at each campsite:

Firepit in the site? Yes

Picnic Table in the site? Yes

Bear Box in site/area? Yes, Each campsite has a large food storage locker (47”W x 33”D x 28”H)

Don't forget to pack

Insect repellent is always a great idea outdoors, especially around any body of water.

We use Permethrin Spray on our clothes before our park trips. Please read my article on preventing biting insects while enjoying the outdoors.

Sunscreen - I buy environmentally friendly sunscreen whenever possible because you inevitably pull it out at the beach.

Bring your water bottle and plenty of water with you. Plastic water bottles are not sold in the park.

Sunglasses - I always bring sunglasses with me. I personally love Goodr sunglasses because they are lightweight, durable, and have awesome National Park Designs from several National Parks like Joshua Tree, Yellowstone, Hawaii Volcanoes, Acadia, Denali, and more!

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Binoculars/Spotting Scope - These will help spot birds and wildlife and make them easier to identify. We tend to see waterfowl in the distance, and they are always just a bit too far to identify them without binoculars.

RV Camping at Moraine Campground

RV Length: The length of RV or trailer that can be accommodated varies by site.

Dump Station: The nearest dump station (available in the summer only) is at Princess Campground along Highway 180 at the Hume Lake junction in Sequoia National Forest.

Generators: Generators are allowed between 9 am to 9 pm.

Hookups: There are no electricity, water or sewer site hookups

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