Big Meadow Campground
The campground typically operates from early May through mid-October, weather dependent. First-come first-served only, no reservations. Spring opening dates can vary based on snow conditions. Maximum stay 14 days.
Fire Weather Watch issued October 8 at 11:40AM PDT until October 10 at 9:00PM PDT by NWS Reno NV
* AFFECTED AREA...Fire Weather Zones 274 Southern Mono County, 420 Northern Sierra Front including Carson City, Douglas, Storey, Southern Washoe, Western Lyon, and Far Southern Lassen Counties, 421 Southern Sierra Front including Alpine, Northern Mono, Southern Lyon, and Western Mineral Counties, 423 West Humboldt Basin in Pershing County, and 429 Lahontan Basin including Churchill and Eastern Mineral Counties. * TIMING...From Saturday morning through Saturday evening. * WINDS...Southwest winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts 35 to 45 mph. * RELATIVE HUMIDITY...Minimum Humidity between 14 to 22 percent. * DURATION...3 to 6 hours. * IMPACTS...The combination of gusty winds and prolonged dry conditions, even in areas where humidity may not be as low, can cause fires to rapidly grow in size and intensity before first responders can contain them.
Lake Wind Advisory issued October 8 at 11:45AM PDT until October 10 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Reno NV
* WHAT...Southwest winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 40 mph. * WHERE...In California, Mono County. In Nevada, Mineral and Southern Lyon Counties. * WHEN...From 11 AM to 11 PM PDT Saturday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds and rough waves on area lakes will create hazardous conditions for small craft.
Fireworks and Explosives are always Prohibited
Fireworks and explosives (including explosive targets) are always prohibited on national forest lands. The prohibition of fireworks and exploding targets on national forest system lands is part of a set of permanent fire safety regulations in the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), listed below.…
About
Big Meadow Campground is a small, intimate 11-site campground situated along Rock Creek in the Eastern Sierra, about half a mile past Iris Meadow Campground on Rock Creek Road. The setting offers classic high Sierra scenery with excellent access to Rock Creek's renowned trout fishing. At this elevation, expect cool mountain air and alpine meadow surroundings. The campground provides flush toilets and potable water via hand pump. Each site includes a picnic table and bear box for mandatory food storage. This is an active bear area, so all food and scented items must be secured in the provided bear lockers when not in use. Sites accommodate tents and smaller RVs, though no hookups are available. The campground operates on a first-come first-served basis with no advance reservations. Maximum stay is 14 days. Dogs are welcome but must remain leashed at all times. America the Beautiful Senior and Access pass holders receive a 50% discount on single-site fees.
Directions
From Bishop, go north on Highway 395 approximately 23 miles (or south from Mammoth Lakes 10 miles) to Toms Place. Turn west on Rock Creek Road and continue approximately 5 miles. Big Meadow Campground is on the right, about half a mile past Iris Meadow Campground.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $35 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (760) 873-2500 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| Inyo NF Big Meadow Campground | |
| Inyo NF Camping & Cabins |
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