Long Meadow Group
Long Meadow Group Campground is a remote facility within Sequoia National Forest, in the southern portion of Giant Sequoia National Monument. The area is named for the giant sequoia, the world's largest tree, which grows in more than 30 groves on the forest's lower slopes.
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Site mix
| Group sites | 1 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 15 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
1 site. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Water / sewer | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B001 | Back-in | 20 | Gravel | Partial | No / No | 36 / 5 | Yes |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Max vehicle length | 20 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
The group campground is configured for up to 36 people and up to 5 vehicles. No hookups are available. Vault toilets are provided. This is a remote facility with no nearby conveniences.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Status | Closed for the season. Forest Service sites close for the season; check the official page for the reopening date. |
| Forest | Sequoia National Forest |
| Booking | Reservations can be made through the National Recreation Reservation Service by calling 1-877-444-6777 or on their website at Long Meadow Group, Sequoia National Forest - Recreation.gov. |
| Fees | Group site is $165 per night, and can hold a maximum of 36 people. |
Weather by month
Getting there
From Highway 99 turn east on J22. Travel on J22 through California Hot Springs to the "T" intersection, turn left on M50. Travel on M50 for 10 miles to the next left turn at M107. Travel on M107 approximately 6 miles to the entrance to Long Meadow on the right.
| Coordinates | 35.9794° N, 118.5820° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- WildfireCyrus
21 mi from the campground · 543 acres · 95% contained
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 23.8 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Triple Crown Outfitters ↗ | 26.9 mi |
| RV sales & service | RV sales & service ↗ | 46.7 mi |
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Explore
Worth a stop
Sequoia National Monument offers numerous hiking trails through scenic sequoia groves. The Giant Sequoia Mercantile offers a wide variety of books, maps, gifts, local art, camping supplies and other merchandise that will serve to make trips to the monument more memorable.
- 11.3 miCorral Creek Picnic Site ↗Day use
Trails nearby
- 0.7 miTrail of 100 Giants ↗1.3 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 2.4 miSpeas Ridge3 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 2.9 miMule Peak Lookout0.6 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 3.1 miPeyrone Camp1.8 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 3.2 miSummit ↗31.1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike · national_recreation_or_other
- 3.2 miPowderhorn2.6 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
Trail and trailhead records are the Forest Service's. Distances are straight-line to the nearer trail end. Trail conditions are not tracked here.
Public land it sits in
This campground sits inside Sequoia National Forest.
- inSequoia National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 1,160,053 acres
- 14.7 miDomeland Wilderness ↗Wilderness · BLM/FS · 133,720 acres
- 14.9 miGolden Trout Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 303,713 acres
Each unit is published as a centre point and an acreage rather than a boundary, so this section stands it in for a circle of the same area. Whether a campground is inside, and how far it is from one it is outside, are both approximate.
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Natural features
Sequoia National Forest comprises about 1.1 million acres. Elevations range from about 1,000 to 12,000 feet, creating precipitous canyons and mountain streams with spectacular waterfalls such as Salmon Creek Falls and Grizzly Falls. The campground sits at an elevation of 6,400 feet, near trails that wind through giant sequoia groves, climb up mountains and meander along wild rivers.
Recreation
Touring the Sequoia National Monument is the area's most popular activity. Hikers enjoy the Trail of a Hundred Giants as it wanders through the Long Meadow Giant Sequoia Grove. Other points of interest within the southern section include the Belknap Grove and the Freeman Grove The northern portion of the monument is a short drive away, where visitors can view the Boole Tree, which is the largest tree on the National Forest system. Indian Basin Grove is also located in this area.
Guidebooks for Sequoia National Forest and California
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Long Meadow Group?
Sites at Long Meadow Group are reservable on Recreation.gov. Reservations can be made through the National Recreation Reservation Service by calling 1-877-444-6777 or on their website at Long Meadow Group, Sequoia National Forest - Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Long Meadow Group?
Group site is $165 per night, and can hold a maximum of 36 people.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Long Meadow Group?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is Long Meadow Group open right now?
Closed for the season as of Oct 16, 2026.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Long Meadow Group have?
1 site, including 1 group site.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Long Meadow Group?
The longest site here provides 20 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Are pets allowed at Long Meadow Group?
Yes, pets are allowed at Long Meadow Group. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Long Meadow Group?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. As of 2026-10-16, there is 1 active fire within 50 miles, so check current restrictions before you light one.
Source: Fire nearby
What is there to do at Long Meadow Group?
Touring the Sequoia National Monument is the area's most popular activity. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What if Long Meadow Group is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Redwood Meadow (0.7 mi), Holey Meadow (2.7 mi), and Brush Creek Dispersed Camping (5.9 mi, first-come).
Source: Campgrounds nearby