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Camping at Big Meadow Campground - Us Forest Service Sequoia National Forest (CA) can cost between $34.00 and $36.00 depending on the site.

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Big Meadow Campground - Us Forest Service Sequoia National Forest (CA) allows vehicles up to 60 feet.

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

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Big Meadow Campground is located in Sequoia National Forest, featuring a landscape of meadows and forested areas. Temperatures in the area can reach highs of around 85°F in summer and drop to lows of 25°F in winter. Nearby attractions include the Giant Sequoia National Monument and Kings Canyon National Park, offering opportunities for exploration and sightseeing.

Description

USDA Forest Service

Sequoia National Forest

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 and has views of the meadow and surrounding mountains. 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.

Natural Features

An open meadow that is surrounded by a variety of pines, including lodgepole, Jeffery and red fir. A creek runs through the meadow. A trailhead nearby leads into the Jennie Lakes Wilderness. 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.

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Big Meadow Campground - Us Forest Service Sequoia National Forest (CA) is located in California

Directions

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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36.719721377796766, -118.82529956139408
CA

Coordinates

36.718474 N
118.829874 W

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1 hr 50 min from Fresno
2 hrs 3 min from Visalia
2 hrs 15 min from Hanford
3 hrs 7 min from Bakersfield

Joseph Z.

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Reviewed Dec. 12, 2024

Base camp Jennie lakes wilderness

I enjoy this site my spot was directly below the footbridge to head up to Weaver and Jennie lakes. Excellent brook trout fishing and feels off grid. Amazing rock formations near by and plenty of hiking for all levels in close vicinity.

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Miranda G.

Traveler

Reviewed Sep. 28, 2019

Good campsite

The campsite is pretty far back, but still on the road. The sites are a good size and there was a bathroom near our's (#25). There is no running water in the camp so be prepared to bring water with you for washing dishes, drinking and general cleanliness. There is a small creek that runs through the site, so be sure to bring bug spray for all the mosquitos. The site was enjoyable, but you will hear cars and campers driving past you to other sites, so I docked one star. Also, the stars are great out there.

Ger S.

Scout

Reviewed Sep. 25, 2019

Good stargazing & fishing

A nice campsite by the meadows with some rocky open spaces to lie and look at the stars. The campsite is laid out so each spot has good space, it's not too crowded. Dog friendly and allows RV's, but I don't remember seeing power hook-ups. No water on site. No showers either. Neither was a problem as we prefer the more rustic camping, but it's good to know for those that need them.

The nearby streams are good for trout fishing in the spring and early summer. There's some good hikes nearby too, to Weaver Lake and Buck Rock watchtower.

Overall a good site, I docked one star for the lack of water. It made cleaning and cooking difficult the first night, but we just bought a bunch the next day so be prepared.

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