Big Pine Creek Campground

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Overview

Big Pine Creek Campground, surrounded by sprawling meadows and towering trees, is perfectly situated in the scenic Big Pine Canyon. Campsites are perched along the cool, fish-filled waters of Big Pine Creek. Big Pine Canyon is heralded for having both the largest and southern most glaciers in the Sierra Nevada mountains. The campground sits at 7,700 feet elevation among vegetation like Jeffrey pine, sagebrush, aspen and cottonwood trees.

Recreation

The creek and nearby Big Pine Lakes are great for fishing. Both water spots have rainbow, brown and brook trout.

The North Fork Trail gives hikers access to Big Pine Lakes and the Palisade Glacier. The trail climbs past waterfalls and zigzags through Jeffrey pine, manzanita and sage before it reaches Big Pine Lakes.

Facilities

This is a family-friendly and pet-friendly campground. Some campsites boast creek-front access, and each site accommodates a maximum of six campers. Vault toilets are provided for basic conveniences. Firewood is sold on-site.

Natural Features

Big Pine Canyon is heralded for having both the largest and southern most glaciers in the Sierra Nevada mountains. Palisade Glacier, the largest, sits above Big Pine Lakes. These impressive glacial lakes at around 10,000 feet elevation are the source of the North Fork of Big Pine Creek. The South Fork is bordered by the Palisade Crest with peaks over 14,000 feet and Middle Palisade Glacier, the southernmost glacier.

Nearby Attractions

Glaciers in the nearby John Muir Wilderness make an exciting hiking destination. A commercial pack station is within close proximity for horse enthusiasts looking for an outdoor adventure. A general store, pay showers and pond fishing can be found at a nearby resort.

Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (760) 872-4552.

Camp site features

Across 30 camp sites:

Pets allowed: all 30 sites
Longest RV: 45 ft
Largest party: 6 people
Equipment: RV, Tent, Trailer

Services within 25 miles · OpenStreetMap

Nearest dump station: 11.4 mi

Directions

From Highway 395, turn west on Crocker Street in Big Pine, the continue west up Big Pine Canyon Road for 10 miles to end of road. Turn left crossing Big Pine Creek and left again past Glacier Lodge for 100 yards.

Stay Limit

Check in from 2 PM, check out by 11 AM.

Reviews

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Hugo C

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Reviewed 9 days ago

Stayed at campsite 28. You can hear the creek at all times which was relaxing, specially while sleeping. The bathroom was clean, stocked, and within a 1 minute walk. Some trash bins were near the bathroom as well which made site cleanup a breeze. Loved this campsite and the campground. Hiked to some of the alpine lakes as well which was amazing. Trailhead was about a 5-10 minute walk from campground. Recommend this spot!

Jens D

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Reviewed 10 days ago

Clean and well maintained campground. Though small, sites have excellent leveled pads for tents.

Angela B

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Reviewed 12 days ago

Loved the campground and the location. Nice amount of treed spots which allowed for some privacy. Access to bathrooms was great. Lots of trails to explore.

Sarahi B

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Reviewed 16 days ago

These campgrounds are very small and tight but very clean and great for camping. Close to bathroom, bathrooms are okay, nothing luxurious but there was toilet paper!

Abigail H

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Reviewed 17 days ago

Don’t count on any host or store to be open during October, the only employee we ran into said the season is basically over so come prepared for no help at all to locate the site or if you forgot to being anything and think the little store has it .Zero service . The campsite was clean and the hike is great other than that.

Matthew W

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Reviewed 19 days ago

Late season camping, only a few campers. Quiet, except for the sound of the creek. Great spot for trailhead access.

Availability

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