Big Meadow Winter Trailhead

Facility · California ·

Managed by the USDA Forest Service

Sequoia National Forest (NF) · Open Access

7,636 ft
Elevation

During the winter months, this location provides for many types of recreation. One can park here and begin a day of cross country skiing, snow shoeing, or snowmobiling. Sharing the forest is necessary on most of the cross country ski, snowshoe and snowmobile routes. Recommendations: Be courteous and respectfull to allow all forest visitors to safely enjoy their winter travel. Operate snowmobiles at minimum speed near skiers or snowshoers. Maintain minimum speed until you are well beyond those on foot. Snowmobiles are limited to the forest roads, and not permitted on cross-country only ski trails.

All snowmobiles are required to be registered with the state and have a current "Green Sticker" affixed to the vehicle. Snowmobiling is not allowed in Wilderness Areas or on trails designated for cross-country skiing. All snowmobile routes & trails are open to cross country skiing, snowshoeing, and snow play.

Getting there

36.70200, -118.87450 · 36°42'7.2"N 118°52'28.2"W

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Typical weather

Typically 79°F in Jul, down to 46°F in Dec.

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
High °F464648526071797973635346
Low °F262527303846535247393225
Precip in8.07.37.83.61.40.50.30.20.32.43.36.6

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 5.4 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

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Common questions about Big Meadow Winter Trailhead

Can you reserve a site at Big Meadow Winter Trailhead?
No. Big Meadow Winter Trailhead is not reservable through Recreation.gov, so sites are first-come, first-served or booked elsewhere.

Camping near Big Meadow Winter Trailhead

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Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.

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