Openings · last 7 days
0
Availability is not tracked here yet
Campsite Sniper does not currently hold availability data for Big Meadow (Stanislaus National Forest). That is a gap in what Campsite Sniper tracks — it does not mean the facility is full, closed, or unavailable. Recreation.gov may well be showing open dates right now.
The site details and map below come from the public Recreation.gov record and are accurate. For current dates and to book, go to Recreation.gov.
01 · Detected Opening History · the openings record · file CS-232260
When Big Meadow (Stanislaus National Forest) reopens
Big Meadow (Stanislaus National Forest)'s openings record: every site-date Campsite Sniper detected turning available, logged and time-stamped. Refreshed hourly.
Openings · last 30 days
0
Openings · last 90 days
362
362 openings were recorded here in the last 90 days, but none in the last 30 — the pattern below would describe the past, not this season, so we do not chart it. A free Campsite Sniper alert watches around the clock instead, and pings you the moment one opens.
About Big Meadow (Stanislaus National Forest)
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.
68 monitored sites18 FCFS sitesRVs up to 53 ftNo hookups63 shadedPets OKFire pitsMax party 50
Getting there
From Arnold, California, take Highway 4 east for 25 miles to the Big Meadow Campground.
Stanislaus, CA209-795-1381
BirdingCampingHiking
View on Recreation.gov ↗ Get directions ↗
02 · Field Photos · roll CS-232260 · facility + sites
Photo gallery
Roll CS-232260 · Big Meadow (Stanislaus National Forest) · CA12 frames · facility + sites
FAQ
How do I get a reservation at Big Meadow (Stanislaus National Forest)?
Online reservations for this facility, where offered, are made through Recreation.gov. Campsite Sniper has also detected 362 site openings here in the last 90 days, so further dates may appear. Pick a site on the map to see its calendar, or set a free Campsite Sniper alert. You complete the reservation yourself on Recreation.gov.
Does Campsite Sniper book this campground for me?
No. Campsite Sniper sends alerts and direct Recreation.gov links. It never books, pays for, holds, hoards, or resells reservations.
How current is this availability data?
Campsite Sniper does not currently hold availability data for Big Meadow (Stanislaus National Forest), so there is nothing to date here. That is a gap in coverage — it does not mean the facility is full or closed. Check Recreation.gov for current dates.
How often do new openings appear at Big Meadow (Stanislaus National Forest)?
Campsite Sniper detected 362 site-date openings here over the last 90 days, none in the last 7. A free alert watches around the clock and pings you the moment one appears.
Which sites at Big Meadow (Stanislaus National Forest) fit a 35-foot RV?
30 of the 63 sites that support RV analysis have a recorded maximum of 35 ft or more; the longest recorded is 53 ft.
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