Big Meadow (Stanislaus National Forest)
Campground · Fee not listed
Fast facts
- Cost
- Not listed. Check locally.
- Type
- Campground
- Phone
- 209-795-1381
- Nearest dump station
- Indian Creek Camp Ground-Trailer Dump Site · 28.4 mi
- Nearest water fill
- Indian Creek Camp Ground-Potable Water · 28.7 mi
- Coordinates
- 38.4164, -120.1050
- Last verified
- September 19, 2026
About this place
Overview 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. Facilities 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. Natural Features Big Meadow Campground is situated in Stanislaus National Forest. It is known for exceptional stargazing, remote location, spread out campsites, and large granite boulders. Contact Info For facility specific information, please call (209) 753-6350.
From the managing agency.
Is this site free?
We do not have a fee on record for this site. Confirm the cost locally before you go.
How do I get to this site?
this site is at 38.4164, -120.1050. We do not hold written directions for this one, so navigate to the coordinates.
Nearby
- Big Meadow Campground0.1 mi
- Big Meadow Group Campground0.3 mi
- Sand Flat Campground1.3 mi
- Stanislaus River Campground3.2 mi
- Rocky Point Campground5.0 mi
- Sandy Flat Campground5.0 mi
- Sandy Flat - Utica Reservoir (Stanislaus NF)5.0 mi
- Black Springs OHV Campground5.6 mi
- Indian Creek Camp Ground-Trailer Dump Site28.4 mi
- Indian Creek Camp Ground-Potable Water28.7 mi
SourceSource data is agency published. Last synced September 19, 2026. Community reports and photos are submitted by travelers and are not verified by the agency.
