Big Meadow Campground - US Forest Service Sequoia National Forest (CA) campground

Big Meadow Campground - US Forest Service Sequoia National Forest (CA)

Mostly first-come
43 campsites
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43

Total Campsites

Campground

Reservable Sites

Mostly first-come

Accessible

ADA-compliant sites

Organization

Managing agency

Overview

About Big Meadow Campground - US Forest Service Sequoia National Forest (CA)

Overview Big Meadows Campground is located 75 miles east of Fresno, California, in the Sequoia National Forest and Sequoia National Monument. The campground sits at an elevation of 7,500 feet. Please note, this campground IS NOT within Shenandoah National Park. Recreation Hiking into the Jennie Lakes Wilderness and fly fishing in Big Meadows Creek are popular options. Horseback riders have access to the nearby Horse Corral Pack Station. Numerous trailheads provide access to popular wilderness areas including Jennie Lakes, Monarch and National Park wilderness destinations. Guests looking for water activities can visit Hume Lake, only 15 miles away. Facilities Hiking into the Jennie Lakes Wilderness and fly fishing in Big Meadows Creek are popular options. Horseback riders have access to the nearby Horse Corral Pack Station. Numerous trailheads provide access to popular wilderness areas including Jennie Lakes, Monarch and National Park wilderness destinations. Guests looking for water activities can visit Hume Lake, only 15 miles away. Natural Features Big Meadow is a beautiful, higher altitude campground, uniquely arranged into 5 separate units with approximately 5 - 9 campsites per unit. The campground has a primitive feel but with amenities. Each unit has a maintained vault toilet and trash dumpster. Sites each have a fire ring, picnic table and a food storage box. Campground is near numerous meadows and sits along a serene creek that hosts plenty of wildlife. Buck Rock Lookout, perched at an elevation of 8,500 feet, is a short drive away. Hume Lake is approximately 15 miles from the campground. contact_info For facility specific information, please call (559) 745-4209.

  • 43 total campsites listed.
  • Primarily first-come camping based on current listing data.
  • Most common site type: unknown (43).
  • Map coordinates are available for trip planning.
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Campsite Inventory

43 sites to choose from

Unknown

43total sites

0

Reservable

0

Accessible

Amenities & Details

Everything you need to know

Accessibility

Yes

Campfire Allowed

Yes

Site capacity

Double, Single

Check-in time

2:00 PM

Check-out time

12:00 PM

Driveway entry

Back-In, Pull-Through

Driveway Grade

Moderate, Slight

Driveway length (ft)

20, 25, 26, 30

Driveway surface

Gravel

Fire Pit

Yes

Food Locker

Yes

GRILLS

Yes

Grills/Fire Ring

Yes

Hike In Distance to Site

10

Location Rating

Good

Max guests

12, 6

Max vehicle length (ft)

20, 25, 28, 30

Minimum guests

Yes

Reservations & Contact

Plan your stay

Mostly first-come

Phone

559-325-2232

Email

jgross@goexplorus.com

Getting There

Take Highway 180 east to the Kings Canyon National Park entrance, where you will be required to purchase a forest/park permit. After entering the park, continue 2 miles where you will stay to the right as though you were going to Sequoia National Park. Continue on the General's Highway approximately 6 miles to the turn off to Big Meadows. The Big Meadows Road (Forest Road 14S11) is located on the left-hand side of the road. Follow this road approximately 5 miles, where you will find the campground on right side of the road. Please refer to the small scale map, or contact the Hume Lake District office for more specific directions.

FAQ

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Everything you need to know before your trip to Big Meadow Campground - US Forest Service Sequoia National Forest (CA).

How do reservations work for Big Meadow Campground - US Forest Service Sequoia National Forest (CA)?

Reservation availability for Big Meadow Campground - US Forest Service Sequoia National Forest (CA) can vary by season and campsite type. Check the contact and access section before booking.

What campsite types are available at Big Meadow Campground - US Forest Service Sequoia National Forest (CA)?

Big Meadow Campground - US Forest Service Sequoia National Forest (CA) currently lists Unknown (43).

Where is Big Meadow Campground - US Forest Service Sequoia National Forest (CA) located?

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