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Stony Creek Lodge

3.0 star property

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Lobby sitting area
Lobby
BBQ/picnic Area
Lobby
Exterior

Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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65569 Generals Highway, Kings Canyon National Park, CA, 93262
  • Place, Giant Sequoia National Monument
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, General Sherman Tree
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Place, Big Trees Trail
    ‪25 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Kings Canyon National Park

At Stony Creek Lodge you'll be within steps of Sequoia National Forest and Giant Sequoia National Monument. Highlights at this lodge include free continental breakfast, a restaurant and free self-parking. .For a drink, you can stop by the lodge's own lounge bar. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and a snack bar/deli. Each morning free breakfast is served. .Within a 30-minute drive of this 3-property class Kings Canyon National Park lodge, attractions include Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks and General Sherman Tree.
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What's nearby

  • Giant Sequoia National Monument - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks - 3 min drive - 3.3 km
  • General Sherman Tree - 22 min drive - 27.7 km
  • Big Trees Trail - 25 min drive - 31.7 km
  • Moro Rock - 31 min drive - 35.0 km

Getting around

  • Fresno, CA (FAT-Fresno Yosemite Intl.) - 92 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Peaks - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Wuksachi Lodge Pizza Deck - ‬21 min drive

About this property

Stony Creek Lodge

There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Stony Creek Lodge also features gift shops/newsstands, a picnic area, and a corner/local shop. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Kings Canyon National Park lodge is smoke free.

  • 11 guestrooms or units
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Corner/local shop
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • ATM
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Stony Creek Lodge offers 11 accommodations with a ceiling fan. Premium cable televisions are provided. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hairdryers can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with premium cable channels

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 13 October and 6 May.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 200 per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards and cash. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property is also known as

Stony Creek Lodge
Stony Creek Lodge Sequoia National Park
Stony Creek Sequoia National Park
Stony Creek Lodge Kings Canyon National Park
Stony Creek Kings Canyon National Park
Stony Creek Kings Canyon Nati
Stony Creek Lodge Lodge
Stony Creek Lodge Kings Canyon National Park
Stony Creek Lodge Lodge Kings Canyon National Park

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Stony Creek Lodge?

Stony Creek Lodge offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Stony Creek Lodge?

Yep, Stony Creek Lodge has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Stony Creek Lodge?

The closest beach to Stony Creek Lodge is Sandy Cove Beach (14.8 km).

Does Stony Creek Lodge serve breakfast?

Sure does, complimentary continental breakfast is available daily.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Stony Creek Lodge?

No, Stony Creek Lodge does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Stony Creek Lodge?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves pizza. Pre dinner cocktails anyone? The dining venue is closed seasonally each year from October 13 until May 6.

What time are check-in & check-out at Stony Creek Lodge?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Stony Creek Lodge?

No, pets are not allowed.

Stony Creek Lodge Reviews

Reviews

6.8
Rating 10 - Excellent. 83 out of 407 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 114 out of 407 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 110 out of 407 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 50 out of 407 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 50 out of 407 reviews

7.2/10

Cleanliness

7.2/10

Staff & service

5.6/10

Amenities

6.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

A

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
The staff were willing but the facilities were very poor. The Men's rest room didn't appear to have been cleaned in weeks.The Lodge was due to close for winter 2 weeks later. The menu choice in the kitchen was severely depleted, no stock being ordered if something ran out. The room was very noisy from below (fridges?) The TV didn't work. the 'lounge' lighting was poor, the lounge draughty, nowhere to sit in the evening.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

reinaldo, Oakland Park

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking was easy, room are poor clean, bad matress can not sleep well, back pain because matress not good. NO BREAKFAST ON TIME
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Summer

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Michael

If youre staying here Im guessing its because you’re visiting Sequoia Nat’l Park. There are few things to note. (1) the check in person leaves at 7pm. This was NOT stated on their website or on any platform. So when we arrived(at 7:30pm) you can imagine how freaked out we were when none of the doors would open. Thank God for this guy who was waiting in his car and told us to check if there’s a number on the door we can call because there was an envelope with our name in it that contain the keycards. But we wouldn’t have noticed it if we werent paying attention because there were a lot of posters/signs at the door, it would have been better if they had a bigger sign about it. (2) Our room did NOT have a bar soap. I went downstairs the next day to ask for one and the girl said it should have had a bar of soap. So whoever cleaned our room just wasnt paying attention. Glad we had the shampoo atleast. Also, no hair dryers. (3) Breakfast was a joke. The only thing I ate was eggs, sausage, and bagel (4) Their website said they have a restaurant. Yea I dont know cause it was close by 7:30pm! Again, no where on their website said that. So we drove to the nearest restaurant to get food. (5) it’s an old building so I didnt expect much. The cleanliness was alright, there was mold on the bathroom ceiling. And the hotel overall is outdat. Overall wouldnt recommend, I suggest going to the other ones inside. I would pay a little more for the convenience of the other accommodations.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Christopher

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
For the sake of your health, stay away! During our stay we unfortunately observed examples of unsanitary and unclean conditions in the cafe and kitchen area and on the day of departure I was ill with a badly upset stomach, which was very unpleasant to deal with when hiking in the national park without easy access to bathrooms. I was so concerned for the health of future guests that I submitted a complaint about Stony Creek Lodge to the Tulare County Environmental Health Division, which is the first time in my life I've ever felt it necessary to report a business like this. At breakfast I didn't dare touch the sausage and eggs sitting in a dish in dirty lukewarm bain marie water so stuck to the prepacked cereals and fruit pot, though the damage was already done. The lodge looks as if it was built in about 1980 and not much has been touched since, so expect very tired and dated decor and facilities. The staff seemed to all be college age kids who presumably are there for the hiking/climbing they can do on their days off, but unfortunately seem to view running the lodge and dealing with guests as an inconvenience rather than their job. Note that the place closes very early: on the day of our arrival dinner service finished at 6.30pm (yes, finished not started!) and reception closed at 7pm. If I had a dollar for every time the staff said "it's the end of the season, we've run out" then I'd have saved a good chunk of the outrageous cost of $238 per night.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Akeel

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Property is at a great location, in between the 2 parks. Also, while it is a very simple and basic lodge, that is perfectly fine, since no one is visiting for a luxury stay option. But a better job is expected from the staff. Apart from the manager, there is a lack of professionalism on display. They can do a better job in ensuring there is no litter on the property. And make sure they are available after hours in case of guest emergencies.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth, Valencia

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Michael

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Top Standort, leider wird dieser durch das schmutzige Zimmer sehr abgewertet. Leider kein Nachtessen verfügbar. Zu teuer für das geleistete.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Mark

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If I could give it a zero star, I would. Read the following: Room was dusty, cob webs on the lamp shade, floor was nasty. No ac in the unit, burned up in the early evening and froze in the early am. The radiator heater knocked all night. They mentioned about “little animals” in the rooms when we checked in but didn’t see any or signs of them in the room. Breakfast was totally different. There was a bowl of green apples apparently left overnight and you could see where a mouse had a quick snack. This bowl of apples was left there two consecutive mornings. I would recommend staying in Fresno or Three Rivers. This place was one week from shutting down for winter but that is no excuse for keeping the place up. Be warned before booking. I should have read the other reviews more closely before booking.
Mice snack left on the breakfast line
Main inn
Living area for workers??
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Marta

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I am relieved I spent only one night in this so-called “hotel.” It is hard to understand how it can still be open— it should be investigated by the health authorities. The room was filthy beyond imagination. Dust, stains, and a foul smell greeted me the moment I stepped inside. The carpet was sticky, the bed covers looked as if they had been used for weeks(sheets and towels thankfullyok), and the toilet… I believe it was last cleaned during the Secession wars. The bathroom was so unhygienic that I preferred not to touch anything at all. Breakfast was equally disgraceful: a few stale pieces of bread, something that might have been coffee, and an overall impression of neglect and dirt. Dirty tables, scary kitchen in sight, and crumbs everywhere — it was impossible to eat without feeling sick. I travel a lot, and I can say without exaggeration that this was the worst accommodation experience in the Western world. Just one night there was already too much. Avoid it at all costs — this place should not even exist. Wifi worked well.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Laura

The only two good things about this hotel was the staff was nice and the location. Otherwise this was the filthiest, dingy, run down hotel that I or my husband have ever stayed in (and we do a lot of traveling). The men’s bathroom was horrible (growth of something in the urinal) and the shower in our room had mold growth. For $220/night - no worth it at all
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Alan

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

wendy

Disliked: Room comfort
Good
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Rick

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The entire "lodge" smelled of mildew and sweat. The "restaurant" was so filthy we could not even consider buying food or partaking of their included "breakfast." The room was also poorly maintained and unclean. The television satellite input was not functioning at all. The bed was lumpy and left me with a sore back. The price for these substandard conditions is ridiculous. The location, although situated in the park, was not conveniently located near the major sights. The CA health department should investigate the kitchen. I do not recommend staying at this dump.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Carolyn, silver spring

Liked: Cleanliness
Our television did not work for two days even when we were told it should work after contacting their tv service. Staff was extremely curteous.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Stephanie

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stony Creek is a charming small lodge located in the beautiful Sequoia National Forest. It is an older facility but is well maintained and clean. The staff was excellent and attentive to our needs. Though there is a short drive to the main sights in Sequoia National Park, it is away from the crowds and is more affordable than other options in the area. Free breakfast included! We enjoyed our stay there very much!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Bruce

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Overall, Stoney Creek provided what we needed: a place to stay before going to Kings Canyon the next day, and the staff were very nice. Unfortunately, I can’t say much more positive than that. We arrived about 9:00p.m., and had to track down someone in the employee lodging to get in; the “free breakfast” was eggs, bacon, weak coffee and boxed cereal; the TV didn’t work and after 15+ minutes, there was still no hot water in the shower in the morning.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Todd

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location and friendly staff. However, room smelled stange and common areas not clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Karen

Travelled with family
Carpet threadbare. Metal base of mattress stuck out and was a hazard for tripping or bruising.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Kimberly

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This hotel feels more like you went to a rustic cabin. It has 11 rooms. It's attached to a store and a small restaurant. It is one of the few places you can actually stay in the park which makes it well worth it in terms of saved driving time. The entire property runs on a generator, which limits what they can run. There is no AC in the rooms, but they have windows right above the bed that you can open and use to cool things off. Our room cooled off well after just a few minutes. The bathroom was clean and the room tidy. That said, it could use a good deep clean behind dressers and under the bed. There was no refrigerator or microwave in the room but the great room had a microwave and coffee and tea available at all times. The great room also had beautiful floor to ceiling windows and lots of places to sit. The TV did have a decent channel selection. Breakfast was nice with several options. Staff was very friendly and very accommodating. They have to get you ice if you need some. Knowing that the entire place is run by generator, I am impressed with what they have for services. The location is also perfect if you are going into Kings Canyon from Sequoia.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jayson

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome lodge right outside the national park.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

jennifer a.

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Pricey, old, dirty hotel.

Needs a deep cleaning. Mold on shower door. Dusty. No hair dryer. WiFi good. No tv service, staff said, “we’re having a problem with that receiver. “. End of conversation. Quite pricey, old, dirty hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025