Yosemite · California

Riverbend RV Park

Riverbend RV Park is a private full-hookup park in Sanger, California, on the Kings River along Highway 180 about 20 miles east of Fresno. It is not a Yosemite gateway park in the strict sense; our Yosemite guide includes it because it makes an unusually comfortable Central Valley base for day trips to two Sierra Nevada destinations at once, with Yosemite's South Entrance about 90 minutes away and Sequoia and Kings Canyon roughly 75 minutes east on the same highway. It suits remote workers, families and anyone who prefers polished facilities to being at the park gate each morning.

Riverbend RV Park at a glance

Hookups Full (30/50 amp electric, water, sewer)
Sites 55 sites, pull-throughs available
Cost Contact park for current rates
Showers Yes
WiFi Starlink internet

Why RVers stay here

Riverbend RV Park is a private full-hookup park in Sanger, California, on the Kings River along Highway 180 about 20 miles east of Fresno. It is not a Yosemite gateway park in the strict sense; our Yosemite guide includes it because it makes an unusually comfortable Central Valley base for day trips to two Sierra Nevada destinations at once, with Yosemite's South Entrance about 90 minutes away and Sequoia and Kings Canyon roughly 75 minutes east on the same highway. It suits remote workers, families and anyone who prefers polished facilities to being at the park gate each morning.

The park sits on 25 acres with 55 grassy sites, all full hookup with 30/50-amp power, water and sewer, and pull-throughs for easy access. Amenities run to a 3-acre fishing pond, dog park, playground, volleyball and game courts, laundry, showers and Starlink internet across the property. Rates are not published in our sources, so contact the park for a current quote, and confirm site length for your rig. The one trade-off is distance: the drive to either park is long enough that you will want an early start.

  • Full 30/50-amp hookups on grassy sites with pull-throughs, a level of comfort you will not find at the national park campgrounds.
  • Starlink internet throughout the property, a real asset for working travelers.
  • One base for two parks: Yosemite South Entrance in about 90 minutes and Sequoia and Kings Canyon in about 75.
  • A 3-acre fishing pond, dog park, playground and courts keep kids and dogs occupied on rest days.
  • !Roughly 90 minutes from Yosemite's South Entrance, so it is a long day-trip base rather than a gateway park.
  • !Rates and maximum rig length are not published in our sources; contact the park before booking.

What our guides say about Riverbend RV Park

Excerpts from the RV Parks Guide articles that cover this campground. Each links to the full guide.

Regional guide

RV Parks Near Yosemite: Full Hookups & In-Park Camping (2026)

Riverbend is not a Yosemite park in the traditional sense — it is located in Sanger, about 20 miles east of Fresno, on the Kings River along Highway 180. The drive to Yosemite's South entrance takes about 90 minutes, which makes it a long day-trip base. But it earns a mention here for two reasons: the facilities are excellent, and it doubles as a staging point for both Yosemite and Sequoia and Kings Canyon, which is about 75 minutes east on the same highway.

The park sits on 25 acres along the Kings River with 55 grassy sites offering full hookups with 30/50-amp service. Pull-throughs are available for easy access. Amenities include a 3-acre fishing pond, a dog park, a playground, volleyball court, game courts, laundry, and Starlink internet throughout the property — a standout feature for remote workers.

Riverbend works best for travelers who want a comfortable home base in the Central Valley with day-trip access to multiple Sierra Nevada parks, rather than those who need to be at Yosemite's gate each morning.

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Our verdict

Book it if you want a comfortable, connected Central Valley base to split time between Yosemite and Sequoia-Kings Canyon. Skip it if you need to be at Yosemite's gate every morning.

Riverbend RV Park: frequently asked questions

Does Riverbend RV Park have full hookups?

Yes. All 55 sites offer full hookups with 30/50-amp electric, water and sewer, and pull-through sites are available.

How far is Riverbend RV Park from Yosemite?

About 90 minutes to the South Entrance via Highway 180 and the connecting roads. Sequoia and Kings Canyon are around 75 minutes east on Highway 180.

How much does Riverbend RV Park cost per night?

Our guide does not list a rate; contact the park directly for current pricing and any seasonal changes.

Does Riverbend RV Park have WiFi?

Yes, Starlink internet covers the property, which our guide flags as a standout for remote workers.

What is the max RV length at Riverbend RV Park?

Our sources do not state a limit. Pull-throughs are available and the sites are grassy and open, but confirm your combined length with the park when you book.

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