Big Meadow (Stanislaus National Forest)
Arnold, California · USDA Forest Service
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About
Big Meadow Campground lies at about 6,400 feet elevation on the Stanislaus National Forest. It is located 21 miles east of Arnold, California. Breathtaking views abound, and wildlife viewing opportunities include marmots, squirrels, and deer.Big Meadow has 65 individual camping sites. Big Meadow Group camp is easily accessible from Highway 4 and can accommodate a maximum of 50 guests and 20 vehicles.Big Meadow Campground is situated in Stanislaus National Forest. It is known for exceptional stargazing, remote location, spread out campsites, and large granite boulders.Picnicking, birding and hiking are popular pastimes at Big Meadow. Lake Alpine and Spicer Meadow Reservoir, both just a 15 minute drive away, offer fishing and other water activities. For facility specific information, please call (209) 753-6350.
Directions
From Arnold, California, take Highway 4 east for 25 miles to the Big Meadow Campground.
Location
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Details
- State
- California
- City / area
- Arnold
- Agency
- USDA Forest Service
- Parent area
- Stanislaus National Forest
- Campsites
- 68
- Reservable
- Yes
- Typical price
- $19–$100 / night
- Rating
- 3.58 / 5 (12 reviews on Recreation.gov)
- Equipment
- Tent, RV, Trailer, Caravan/Camper Van, Pickup Camper, Fifth Wheel, Pop up, Boat, Horse, Hammock
Nearby campgrounds
- Stanislaus River Campground 5.2 km away
- Sandy Flat - Utica Reservoir (Stanislaus NF) 8.1 km away
- New Spicer Meadows 9.2 km away
- Union West - Union Reservoir (Stanislaus NF) 9.3 km away
- (Lake Alpine) Lodgepole Campground 9.8 km away
- (LAKE ALPINE) SILVER TIP CAMPGROUND 10.5 km away