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Sequoia National Park, CA, CA★ 4.4 (163 reviews)From $36/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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.
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Verified facts
RIDB / Recreation.gov official databaseCheck-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
Max RV42 ft
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people
Amenities
RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verifiedEssentials
Fire RingsDrinking Water
Recreation
Picnic TablesCamp Host
Family & Pets
Vault ToiletsFishing
Straight talk
CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reportsKnown issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.
Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
Skip it if:✕ You need RV hookups - no hookups available, only suitable for self-contained RVs✕ You require year-round camping - seasonal operations May through October only✕ You plan to visit November through April - campground is closed
Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook early - this is a federal campground with high demand
Horseback riders have access to nearby Horse Corral Pack Station
Fly fishing opportunities available in Big Meadows Creek
Best: May-October
Campground operates seasonally May through October only
Things to do nearby
RIDB /activities /recareas + intelConditions today
LiveCell signal
FCC BDC · quarterly datasetT-Mobile
4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 0%
AT&T
4G · 0%
FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.
Wildlife nearby
iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 kmAlert: Spotted Owls present in area; also Pacific Marten, Mule Deer, Yellow-bellied Marmot, and Northern Rubber Boa documented within 8km
Location
Leaflet · OpenStreetMap tiles
559-325-2232· Sequoia National Forest
Getting 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 campgrou
Campground entrance
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#community · posts, photos & Q&A · AI-moderated (Claude Vision)Pro tips
- Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Sequoia National Forest fills fast in peak season.
- Check current road conditions at Sequoia National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.
Frequently asked questions
RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakableHow much does Big Meadow Campground - Us Forest Service Sequoia National Forest (Ca) cost per night?+
Big Meadow Campground - Us Forest Service Sequoia National Forest (Ca) costs $36–$71 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Big Meadow Campground - Us Forest Service Sequoia National Forest (Ca) open?+
Big Meadow Campground - Us Forest Service Sequoia National Forest (Ca) is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Big Meadow Campground - Us Forest Service Sequoia National Forest (Ca) have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Big Meadow Campground - Us Forest Service Sequoia National Forest (Ca)?+
Big Meadow Campground - Us Forest Service Sequoia National Forest (Ca) can accommodate RVs up to 42 feet.
How do I make reservations at Big Meadow Campground - Us Forest Service Sequoia National Forest (Ca)?+
Big Meadow Campground - Us Forest Service Sequoia National Forest (Ca) is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
What is the cell service like at Big Meadow Campground - Us Forest Service Sequoia National Forest (Ca)?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Big Meadow Campground - Us Forest Service Sequoia National Forest (Ca) is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Big Meadow Campground - Us Forest Service Sequoia National Forest (Ca) open, and what are check-in times?+
Big Meadow Campground - Us Forest Service Sequoia National Forest (Ca) is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
●Data sources on this page
Recreation.gov — Live site availability — updated every 30 min
recreation.gov · RIDB API
National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
api.weather.gov · open-meteo.com
Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
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iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
api.inaturalist.org
Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
pollen.googleapis.com
FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
broadbandmap.fcc.gov · quarterly
Sunrise-Sunset.org — Sunrise, sunset & golden hour for today
api.sunrise-sunset.org
Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
maps.googleapis.com
RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
ridb.recreation.gov · /facilities /campsites /activities /links /recareas
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$36 /night★ 4.4 (163)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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FAQ
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What season is Big Meadow Campground - Us Forest Service Sequoia National Forest (Ca) open?+
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