Big Meadow (Stanislaus National Forest)

US Forest Service · California

Big Meadow (Stanislaus National Forest) in California. Ringed marker is this site; the other dots are the 1330 public campsites we map in California.

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. Recreation 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.

What we know about it

Managed by

US Forest Service

Fee

$19–$60/night

Booking

Reservation required

Dogs

Allowed on a leash (USFS policy)

Number of sites

340

Phone

209-795-1381

Coordinates

38.41639, -120.10500

Nearest sites we map

• Sand Flat Campground2 km · US Forest Service
• Stanislaus River Campground5 km · US Forest Service
• Rocky Point Campground8 km · US Forest Service
• Sandy Flat - Utica Reservoir (Stanislaus Nf)8 km · US Forest Service
• Utica/Union Reservoirs9 km · US Forest Service
• Black Springs Ohv Campground9 km · US Forest Service

Source: Recreation.gov, dated 2026-06-26, fetched 2026-09-07. Official listing.

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