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State Park
Big Meadow Campground
Stanislaus National Forest · Arnold, CA
Verify with the state park system
State parks set their own rules and reservation systems. Fire bans, road closures, and operating dates change seasonally — check the state park website before traveling.
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Official sources & verification
Managed by State Park
Source of truth
- Operator website
Listed website for the campground operator.
Managing agency
- Stanislaus National Forest — official page
Park unit page with alerts and visitor information.
Verify by phone or mail
- Operator:209-795-1381
- Address:STANISLAUS · Arnold, CA
About
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, coyotes 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 units and a group site. The group camp, easily accessible from Highway 4, can accommodate a maximum of 50 guests and 20 vehicles. Vault toilets and drinking water are among the conveniences found here. Pets are allowed.
Natural Features
Situated in the central Sierra Nevada Mountains, Stanislaus National Forest is sandwiched between the well-known destinations, Lake Tahoe and Yosemite. It boasts gorgeous views of snow-capped mountain peaks and California's Great Central Valley.
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Amenities
Flush Toilets
Potable Water
Firewood
Picnic Tables
Fire Rings
Trash Service
Pet Policy
Pets allowed on leash
Campground Rules
- Campfires generally permitted — verify current fire restrictions before lighting
Individual Sites (137)
Within ~30 miles
Trails near Big Meadow Campground

Mattley Meadow OHV Trail
California
9.3 mi2,247 ftgain
TrailDifficult

Union Reservoir Cross-County Ski
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18.4 mi3,294 ftgain
TrailExpert

High Country Meadows Trail
California
9.2 mi2,241 ftgain
TrailDifficult

Corral Hollow OHV Trail
California
13.8 mi3,061 ftgain
TrailExpert

Spicer Reservoir Trail
California
19.2 mi3,806 ftgain
TrailExpert

Elephant Lake Trail
California
3.2 mi515 ftgain
TrailModerate
Hunt context
Hunting units around this campground
During hunting seasons, wear blaze orange and check regulations — see the California hunting page
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