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USBR Gloryhole Rec Area Big Oak Campground

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Location

USBR Gloryhole Rec Area Big Oak Campground is located in California

Directions

From town, S 3 mi on Hwy 49 (R)

Coordinates

38.00630812 N
120.53933918 W

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Access

Drive-In
Park next to your site
Walk-In
Park in a lot, walk to your site.
Hike-In
Backcountry sites.
Boat-In
Sites accessible by watercraft.

Stay Connected

WiFi
Fair
Verizon
Good
AT&T
Unknown
T-Mobile
Available

Site Types

Tent Sites
RV Sites
Standard (Tent/RV)
Group
Equestrian

Features

For Campers

ADA Access
Trash
Picnic Table
Phone Service
Reservable
Showers
Drinking Water
Toilets
Alcohol
Pets
Fires

For Vehicles

Sanitary Dump
Pull-Through Sites

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Mahdi

Scout

Reviewed Oct. 2, 2021

Clean Peaceful Beautiful

It is beautiful, clean and not crowded. We planned it last night and it had plenty of spots to pick from. The only downside is that the park closes at 8:00 pm so we had to sleep behind the entrance until 4:00 am when they opened the door again. A Fire ring and a bench available at each spot.

Site025

Month of VisitNovember

Lori T.

Ranger

Reviewed Apr. 6, 2021

Five stars for Springtime Visit!

Hardly anyone here at the moment. We pulled in on Easter Sunday to a near empty campground. The campground is quiet and the scenery is amazing this time of year. There are easily accessible hiking trails that were a great help in wearing out the pups. We loved site 106 in the Big Oak campground, but found others that were even better view wise. 116 and 117 had great views of a larger part of the lake. Water level is down considerably. $22 per night plus online reservation fee. Our total for 2 nights was $52. No hookups.

Update: We liked this campground enough to come back a second time in two weeks. The campground was a little busier than last visit, but surprisingly empty during the week. The mosquitoes have definitely increased! Site #142 has great afternoon shade, a nice view, and is very level. It’s also a handicapped accessible site so I’m not sure what availability will be like in busier months. Took the pups for a walk on the Carson Creek Trail. It’s listed as a ‘moderate’ trail as is the Gold Rush Trail. Don’t be dissuaded by that. Both trails are really easy and offer great views.

Site#106 and #142

Month of VisitMay

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Joshua H.

Traveler

Reviewed Jul. 25, 2019

Decent campground

I wasn’t expecting much due to being in the valley and looking to be pretty run of the mill online. I was pleasantly surprised. Sites were a good size and were tucked down a slight hill from the road which was great for privacy. Bathrooms were kept very clean and well stocked.

william S.

Guide

Reviewed Aug. 18, 2018

Glory hole side

not bad a little warm most of the time.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the max vehicle length at USBR Gloryhole Rec Area Big Oak Campground?

USBR Gloryhole Rec Area Big Oak Campground allows vehicles up to 38 feet.

Are fires allowed at USBR Gloryhole Rec Area Big Oak Campground?

Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at USBR Gloryhole Rec Area Big Oak Campground, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

Does USBR Gloryhole Rec Area Big Oak Campground have wifi?

No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, USBR Gloryhole Rec Area Big Oak Campground does not have wifi.

Is there cell phone reception at USBR Gloryhole Rec Area Big Oak Campground?

According to campers on TheDyrt.com, Verizon signal is good, AT&T is unknown, and T-Mobile is available.