Redwood Meadow
Redwood Meadow Campground located 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
| Yurts | 6 |
| Standard, no hookups | 5 |
| Tent-only | 1 |
| Host/management | 2 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 30 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
12 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Water / sewer | People / vehicles | Fires | Pets | Accessible | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | Yurt | 20 | Gravel | Full | No / No | 5 / 1 | Yes | Yes | |||
| 002 | Yurt | Back-in | Gravel | Partial | No / No | 5 / 1 | Yes | No | Yes | Standard | |
| 003 | Yurt | Back-in | Gravel | Partial | No / No | 5 / 1 | Yes | No | Yes | Standard | |
| 004 | Tent only | Back-in | 16 | Gravel | Full | No / No | 6 / 1 | Yes | |||
| 005 | Standard | Back-in | 15 | Gravel | Full | No / No | 6 / 1 | Yes | |||
| 006 | Yurt | Back-in | Gravel | Partial | No / No | 5 / 1 | Yes | No | Yes | Standard | |
| 007 | Standard | Back-in | Gravel | Full | No / No | 6 / 1 | Yes | Yes | |||
| 008 | Standard | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | Full | No / No | 6 / 1 | Yes | |||
| 009 | Standard | Back-in | 20 | Gravel | Full | No / No | 6 / 1 | Yes | |||
| 010 | Yurt | Back-in | Gravel | Partial | No / No | 5 / 1 | Yes | No | Yes | Standard |
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 11:00 AM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Max vehicle length | 30 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Accessibility | Sites 001, 002, 003, 006 and 3 more are listed accessible |
Redwood Meadow offers 6 singles sites and 6 yurts which can accommodate up to 6 people. No hookups or water available. Vault toilets are provided. This facility is operated by ExplorUS and comments are welcome; comment forms are available from campground hosts or online.
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 for this campground can be made by visiting Redwood Meadow, Sequoia National Forest - Recreation.gov. |
| Fees | Single Campsite: $34 per night Yurt: $106 per night |
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Getting there
From Highway 99 turn east on J22. Travel on J22 through California Hot Springs to the "T" intersection and turn left on M50. Travel on M50, 10 miles. Turn left at M107 and travel approximately 4 more miles to the campground entrance on the right.
| Coordinates | 35.9772° N, 118.5939° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- WildfireCyrus
22 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 ↗ | 23.9 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Triple Crown Outfitters ↗ | 27.6 mi |
| RV sales & service | RV sales & service ↗ | 46.1 mi |
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Wheelchair Accessible Yurt | Redwood Campground Sequoia National Forest
Trails nearby
- under 0.1 miTrail of 100 Giants ↗1.3 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 2.7 miMule Peak Lookout0.6 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 2.8 miPowderhorn2.6 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 2.9 miPeyrone Camp1.8 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 3 miSpeas Ridge3 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 3.2 miSummit ↗31.1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike · national_recreation_or_other
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
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
Sequoiia 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 evelvation of 6,400 feet, near trails that wind through gian 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 ong Meadow Giant Sequoia Grove. Other points of interest within the sourthern section include the Belknap Grove and the Freeman Grove.
Guidebooks for Sequoia National Forest and California
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Redwood Meadow?
Sites at Redwood Meadow are reservable on Recreation.gov. Reservations for this campground can be made by visiting Redwood Meadow, 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 Redwood Meadow?
Single Campsite: $34 per night Yurt: $106 per night
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Redwood Meadow?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is Redwood Meadow open right now?
Closed for the season as of Oct 16, 2026.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Redwood Meadow have?
14 sites, including 6 yurt, 5 standard sites without power, and 1 tent-only site.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Redwood Meadow?
The longest site here provides 30 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 Redwood Meadow?
Yes, pets are allowed at Redwood Meadow. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Redwood Meadow?
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
Are there accessible sites at Redwood Meadow?
Sites 001, 002, 003, and 006 are listed accessible on Recreation.gov, 7 sites in all. What that covers (a paved pad, an accessible table, a nearby accessible restroom) is on each site's booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What is there to do at Redwood Meadow?
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 Redwood Meadow is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Long Meadow Group (0.7 mi), Holey Meadow (2.1 mi), and Brush Creek Dispersed Camping (6.5 mi, first-come).
Source: Campgrounds nearby