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Calaveras Big Trees' rental cabins!: Calaveras Big Trees is excited to offer 4 rental cabins to those interested in spending the night but not wanting to camp outdoors. These furnished post-war cabins are located within the park and only a short walk from the North Grove Trail. They offer two bedrooms, a kitchen, a living room, and a private bathroom. Settle in to a warm comfortable cabin, watch the snow falling, step outside to observe the beautiful stars in the night sky, sit around the fire ring to tell campfire stories, or watch the wildlife. Unlimited possibilities await you. Start building memories when you make your reservation. Click Here!
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CALAVERAS BIG TREES SP, CA

Photo: CALAVERAS BIG TREES SP
 

Description

Season for Peak Fees: 05/15 to 09/15

Calaveras Big Trees State Park was created to protect two groves of Giant Sequoias, some of the world’s largest and most magnificent trees. The story of the park includes a rich history dating back thousands of years, which involves the original Native American people, and discovery of the Big Trees by European immigrants here in 1852. In the park you will find majestic pines, flowing rivers and creeks, abundant wildlife and verdant meadows as well as opportunities to camp, fish, hike, swim, take photographs, and more. The Visitor Center (new in 2014) hosts beautiful displays, a new film, and gift shop.

Check the State Parks website for additional information on the weather, suggested day hikes, or to see the park brochure, campground map, park photos, video, and more. Information available will vary from park to park.Click here

Park Kiosk Hours:

  • Hi Season: 8 am-8 pm(Memorial Day - Labor Day; 9 pm on Fri/Sat)
  • Lo Season: 8 am-4 pm

Services & Amenities:

Within Facility
  • ADA Access
  • Amphitheater
  • Comfort Station
  • Disabled Access Site
  • Fishing
  • Hiking Trails
  • Iron Ranger
  • Nature Trails
  • Parking
  • Picnic Area
  • Picnic Tables
  • Ranger Station
  • Restrooms
  • Showers
  • Swimming
  • Telephone
  • Visitors Center
Alerts and Important Information
There will be campsites open in North Grove campground all winter on a first-come-first-served basis. Between December 1st and the end of February, there will be NO restrooms or water in the campground (DRY CAMPING ONLY). Campers must be self-contained, and they need to be prepared for winter conditions, including heavy snow and chain control.

Discount Pass must be presented at the time of check in.

Your DMV Disabled Placard/License Plate does not automatically give you a discount on your campsite. You will need to obtain a CA State park-issued Disabled Discount Pass (DDP) or Distinguished Veterans Pass (DVP).

  • Maximum number of vehicles is 2. Note:Fees include entry for 1 vehicle and 1 legally towed vehicle or trailer, additional vehicles will be charged per night at the park. Although your site may hold 2 or more vehicles, your reservation only covers 1 vehicle (except for group or specialty sites). All vehicles will need to be parked in the extra vehicle parking areas, not on the campsite. Please lock and secure all vehicles to protect your valuables.

  • ATVs are not permitted to operate within the Calaveras Big Trees State Park. All roadways are State Highways, and all DMV and California Vehicle Codes apply.

  • California State law requires children under 18 to wear bicycle helmets while riding bicycles, scooters, in-line skates, roller skates, and skate boards (CVC 21212(a)).

  • To book a Group site you must have at least NINE occupants.,

    • CABINS:

  • The Discount passes issued by California State Parks are not valid for cabin rentals.
  • Fridays/Saturdays require a 2-night minimum stay; holiday rates apply.
  • Holidays (2-night minimum stay—any combination of two nights); holiday rates apply for 2014/2015 as follows:
  • Veteran’s Day: Friday, Nov 7 – Tuesday, Nov 11, 2014
  • Thanksgiving: Thursday, Nov 27 – Sunday, Nov 30, 2014
  • Christmas: Dec 24, 2014 – Jan 1, 2015
  • Martin Luther King Birthday: Friday, Jan 16 – Monday, Jan 19, 2015
  • President’s Day: Friday, Feb 13 – Monday, Feb 16, 2015
  • Caesar Chavez Birthday: Friday, Mar 27 – Tuesday, Mar 31, 2015
  • Memorial Day: Friday, May 22 – Monday, May 25, 2015
  • July 4th: Friday, Jul 3 – Sunday, Jul 5, 2015
  • Labor Day: Friday, Sep 4 – Monday, Sep 7, 2015
  • Veteran’s Day: Tuesday, Nov 10 - Wednesday, Nov 11, 2015
  • Thanksgiving: Thursday, Nov 26 – Sunday, Nov 29, 2015
  • Christmas: Dec 24, 2015 – Jan 1, 2016

    • North Grove Family Sites:

  • Reservations available May 20-Sep 30
  • 1st-1st when not on reservations

    • North Grove Group Sites:

  • Reservations available May 20-Sep 30
  • Closed when not on reservations

    • Oak Hollow Family Sites:

  • Reservations available May 20-Sep 8
  • Closed when not on reservations

    • Oak Hollow/Environmental Sites:

  • Reservations available May 20-Sep 8
  • Closed when not on reservations

    • Cabins:

  • Reservations available All Year.

    • Getting There:

    Located 1 hour and 20 minutes northeast of Stockton off Hwy 4--2 hours and 20 minutes from Sacramento; 25 miles northeast of historic Angels Camp from the intersection of Hwy 49 and Hwy 4. Enjoy a short stop in the town of Murphys, famous for more than 25 wine tasting rooms and great restaurants. Continue east on Hwy 4 to the town of Arnold. Calaveras Big Trees State Park is located 4 miles east of the town of Arnold on Hwy 4. Hwy 4 Ebbetts Pass is open during the summer months but closed between Bear Valley and Markleeville in the winter. Please check for seasonal closure.

    Contact Information:

    Mailing Address:

    CALAVERAS BIG TREES SP
    P.O. Box 120
    1170 EAST HWY 4
    ARNOLD  CA  95223

    Phone Number:

    Project Office: (209)795-2334