Gateway Lodge  

The Gateway Lodge and Restaurant is located some 75 miles southeast of Fresno, CA, and about 40-miles east of Visalia, CA and some 2,000 ft. above the San Joaquin Valley, and just moments from the entrance to Sequoia National Park.

This scenic area has been an excellent location for The Gateway for three-quarters of a century. Built shortly after the Generals Highway opened in 1926, the restaurant was  strategically located just outside the entrance to California's first national park was meant to lure Sequoia visitors from the road and cater to their every need, from food and drink to lodging.

Consisting of a riverside setting, outdoor seating, banquet room, bar, dinner and drink specials, special events, Sunday Brunch, and adjoining lodging facilities it is easy to see why The Gateway is a favorite restaurant and lodge for so many returning Sequoia National Park vacationers.

This quiet and beautiful setting overlooking the scenic Kaweah River, fine cuisine and friendly staff ensure a memorable experience in Three Rivers, and while visiting Sequoia National Park and the beautiful Sierra Mountains.

Accommodations at The Gateway range from standard rooms with one or two beds, to a fully equipped two bedroom River House with a private patio overlooking the Kaweah River. One of the most popular cabins features an indoor dry-sauna, and a private deck with garden views along the river.  The Gateway is a perfect getaway destination.  Whether you’re looking for some rest and relaxation or the perfect home-base for a Sequoia National Park vacation you will find it here.

All rooms and cabins are well maintained and updated frequently. They feature Air Conditioning and are all Non-Smoking. Dish Network for movies and entertainment is available as well as a writing desks, in-room coffee makers, cozy comforters, fresh pillows and quality beds. In keeping with the simplified ideals of national parks rooms do not offer telephone service though calls can be placed from our reception desk.

Don’t forget that The Gateway Restaurant offers delightful dinners for two, banquet services and accommodations for special occasions in a quiet and intimate setting, with all the amenities this river property offers.

Check In: 3 PM

Check Out: 11 AM