Reaching Big Sandy Campground means navigating roughly six miles of rough road, and after heavy rain that route includes a creek crossing that can require a high-clearance or lifted vehicle. RVs are limited to 20 feet. The campground sits within Sierra National Forest, operated by the US Forest Service, and is open seasonally through summer and fall. The forest service road is not maintained through snow season, so timing matters.
The creek is the defining feature here. It runs directly through the campground, and nearly every site sits alongside it. Water temperature stays cold, which makes the creek more of a visual and auditory presence than a swimming hole for most visitors. About two miles of uphill hiking from the campground leads to waterfall spots that multiple reviewers have noted as worth the effort. Sites include picnic tables, campfires are permitted, and pets are welcome. Toilets are on-site and, based on reviews, have been kept in reasonable condition by camp hosts.
"The bathrooms were kept well and the camp host was friendly," notes Leon G., who has visited across multiple generations of his family. Dust from passing cars can be a nuisance on dry days. Cell service is limited. The fee covers groups up to roughly 20 people, which makes the per-person cost reasonable for larger parties. Fresno Dome Campground is another developed option in the same general corridor for those weighing alternatives. Reservations are available, so booking ahead is advisable during peak summer weekends.
Description
Big Sandy Campground is a large sandy flat adjacent to Big Creek. Road access is paved and dirt. Total number of sites is 18. Sites have grills, fire rings and tables. Some sites have shade. Drinking water is not provided.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsBig Sandy Campground is located in California near Fish Camp
Directions
From Fresno take Highway 41 to Oakhurst. Travel approximately 10 miles, turn right on Forest Road 6S07, (just below Fish Camp) travel approximately 6.0 miles to the campground. Road crosses Big Creek.
Coordinates
37.4680006 N
119.58200097 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
- Tent Cabin
- Equestrian
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Reservable
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
Drive Time
- 1 hr 16 min from Fresno, CA
- 1 hr 42 min from Merced, CA
- 1 hr 55 min from Hanford, CA
- 2 hrs 15 min from Modesto, CA
