Big Meadow Campground
Its sites are first-come, first-served (no reservations), and camping costs Single Site: $36 per night. Big Meadow Campground is a National Forest campground near Orange Cove, California.
First-come, first-served
- National Forest
- Managed by
Getting a site
- Managed by
- National Forest
- Reservations
- None, first-come
- Fee
- Single Site: $36 per night
Source: apps.fs.usda.gov, accessed 2026-09-30
What's there
- ✓ Toilets
- ✓ Fire rings
- ✕ Potable water
On site: Toilets and fire rings. No potable water.
Access and cell service
- Elevation
- 7,500 ft
36.7205, -118.8201 in Tulare. Open in OpenStreetMap. Map © OpenStreetMap contributors.
Common questions
Do you need a reservation at Big Meadow Campground?
No. Big Meadow Campground 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 Big Meadow Campground?
Camping at Big Meadow Campground costs Single Site: $36 per night.
Is there drinking water at Big Meadow Campground?
No. Big Meadow Campground has no potable water, so bring all the water you need.
Who manages Big Meadow Campground?
Big Meadow Campground is managed by the U.S. Forest Service.
Around Big Meadow Campground
Big Meadow Campground - US Forest Service Sequoia National Forest - Sites
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- Single Site: $36 per night
More campgrounds: camping near Orange Cove and campgrounds in Tulare.
Sources
- apps.fs.usda.gov (all fields), accessed 2026-09-30