Big Meadows Cabin offers something rare in Sequoia National Forest: a fully-equipped backcountry retreat that eliminates the gear hauling. This 1930s Civilian Conservation Corps guard station sits at 7,600 feet with direct meadow views and trailhead access to Jennie Lakes Wilderness.
Campground Details
- ⛺Type
- Backcountry
- 🏕️Total Sites
- 1
- 💵Fee per Night
- $125
- 📋Reservations
- Reservation Required
- 🏔️Elevation
- 7,600 ft
- 📍GPS
- 36.71891, -118.83431
- 🌤️Best Seasons
- summer, fall
- 🐾Pets Allowed
- No
Amenities
The Camp
The 900-square-foot cabin delivers the essentials without fuss: bedroom with closet, bathroom, kitchen, living room, and service porch. Built between 1933 and 1935, it maintains that utilitarian CCC character while providing modern conveniences like potable water. The real draw is location—perched at the edge of Big Meadows with unobstructed views across the grassland to the surrounding peaks.
Step outside and you're looking at a classic Sierra meadow framed by lodgepole pine, Jeffrey pine, and red fir. A creek threads through the meadow, and the forest feels close enough to touch from the cabin's front door.
What to Know
At $125 per night, this isn't budget camping, but you're paying for exclusivity and convenience. One cabin means no neighbors, and reservations are required. The 7,600-foot elevation keeps things cool even in summer, though it also means a shorter season than lower-elevation options.
Nearby
Big Meadows Trailhead sits right here, providing direct access to Jennie Lakes Wilderness. The meadow itself makes for easy wandering, especially in early morning when wildlife is active around the creek. The surrounding forest offers immediate hiking opportunities, though specific trail details require checking current wilderness regulations and conditions.