Clover Meadow
Its sites are first-come, first-served (no reservations), and camping is free. Clover Meadow is a National Forest campground near Madera, California.
First-come, first-served
- National Forest
- Managed by
Getting a site
- Managed by
- National Forest
- Reservations
- None, first-come
- Fee
- Free
Source: apps.fs.usda.gov, accessed 2026-09-30
What's there
- ✓ Toilets
- ✓ Potable water
- ✓ Fire rings
On site: Toilets, potable water, and fire rings.
Access and cell service
- Elevation
- 7,011 ft
37.5277, -119.2787 in Madera. Open in OpenStreetMap. Map © OpenStreetMap contributors.
Common questions
Do you need a reservation at Clover Meadow?
No. Clover Meadow is first-come, first-served: there is no reservation system, so arrive early to claim an open site.
How much does it cost to camp at Clover Meadow?
Camping at Clover Meadow is free.
Is there drinking water at Clover Meadow?
Yes, Clover Meadow has potable water. It also has toilets.
Who manages Clover Meadow?
Clover Meadow is managed by the U.S. Forest Service.
Around Clover Meadow
Hot springs and waterfalls nearby
Nearest to Clover Meadow, in straight-line miles: Rainbow Falls (waterfall, 12 miles), Chilnualna Falls (waterfall, 19 miles), Nevada Fall (waterfall, 20 miles), Mono Hot Springs (hot spring, 20 miles), and Vernal Fall (waterfall, 20 miles). Each has its own page on swimholesmap.com.
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More campgrounds: camping near Madera and campgrounds in Madera.
Sources
- apps.fs.usda.gov (all fields), accessed 2026-09-30
- epqs.nationalmap.gov (elevationFt), accessed 2026-10-01