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…
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 The campground offers 43 single campsites and one double-family campsite. Picnic tables and campfire rings are provided, as are vault toilets. THERE IS NO POTABLE WATER AVAILABLE AT THIS LOCATION. 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 (661) 702-1420.
Photos
Big Meadow Campground - Unit One Entrance Sign — Melissa Salsbury, Hume Lake RDBig Meadow Site view — US Forest ServiceBig Meadow Campground - Unit Four Entrance Sign — Melissa Salsbury, Hume Lake RDBig Meadow Campground - Unit Two Entrance Sign — Melissa Salsbury, Hume Lake RDBig Meadow Campground - Unit Five Entrance Sign — Melissa Salsbury, Hume Lake RDBig Meadow Campground - Campsite #2 — Melissa Salsbury, Hume Lake RDBig Meadow 3 — US Forest ServiceBig Meadow 4 — US Forest Service
How to Get 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.
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Plan Your Visit to Big Meadow Campground - US Forest Service Sequoia National Forest (CA)
Heading to Big Meadow Campground - US Forest Service Sequoia National Forest (CA)? A few things to know before you go:
Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a reservation for Big Meadow Campground - US Forest Service Sequoia National Forest (CA)?
No central reservation system listed for Big Meadow Campground - US Forest Service Sequoia National Forest (CA). Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/256932) for the latest entry policy and availability.
How many campsites are at Big Meadow Campground - US Forest Service Sequoia National Forest (CA)?
Big Meadow Campground - US Forest Service Sequoia National Forest (CA) has 43 campsites. Site amenities (hookups, vehicle limits, ADA access) vary — see the individual campsite pages for details.
How do I get to Big Meadow Campground - US Forest Service Sequoia National Forest (CA)?
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 …
How do I contact Big Meadow Campground - US Forest Service Sequoia National Forest (CA)?
You can reach the park at phone: 559-325-2232 or email: [email protected].
