Calaveras Big Trees State Park
Contact Information
(209) 795-2334
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About Calaveras Big Trees State Park
Park information
From SF Bay Area:
Take I-580 eastbound over Altamont Pass to I-205 toward Manteca, to US 99 North. Take the exit for State Hwy 4 Eastbound (Angel's Camp) to the Park Entrance. Hwy 4 makes a jog to the right in Angel's Camp along State Hwy 49, then jogs left just before leaving town. Calaveras Big Trees is about 35 minutes driving from Angel's Camp.
From Southern California:
Take either I-5 or US 99 North. From I-5 you can cross to the other side of Stockton on State Hwy 4 to 99/4 South a few miles, then follow Hwy 4 towards and beyond Farmington to the Park. Hwy 4 makes a jog right in Angel's Camp, then jogs left just before leaving town. Calaveras Big Trees is about 35 minutes driving time from Angel's Camp.
From Sacramento:
Take US 99 South to Stockton, turning off onto State Hwy 4 towards and beyond Farmington to the Park (through Angel's Camp). Driving time to the Park from Stockton is approx. 1 hour and 30 minutes. An alternate route is to take State Hwy 16 southeast to State Hwy 49 South through the goldrush towns to Angel's Camp, making a left turn on the far side of town on State Hwy 4 to the Park. Driving time from Angel's Camp is approximately 35 minutes.
From Nevada:
Take US 395 to State Hwy 89 West to the terminus of State Hwy 4, up over Ebbett's Pass to the Park. The road is closed in Winter. It's very scenic, but so steep and tortuous that trailers and large motorhomes are ill-advised to use it.
Day-Use Activities & Facilities
Trail Use
Welcome to Calaveras Big Trees State Park. Established in 1931, Calaveras Big Trees State Park preserves a mixed conifer forest with two groves of giant sequoias - the North Grove and South Grove. In addition to the giant sequoia trees, you will find the Stanislaus River, Beaver Creek, ancient volcanic formations, natural meadows, and trails throughout the park allow you to discover the area that has awed visitors since 1852.
Planning your trip? The park closes the Walter W. Smith Parkway road every first significant snowfall or December 1st, whichever comes first. This closes vehicle access to the Stanislaus River and South Grove areas. The road reopens May 1st or later if there is still snow. All areas in the park are open in the summer.
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About the Park
Learn more about Calaveras Big Trees.
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Camping and Cabins
Spend the night at Calaveras Big Trees.
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Trails
Explore the groves and beyond.
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Programs and Events
Find an activity or special event.
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Join the Team
Work or volunteer at Calaveras Big Trees!
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School Programs
Field Trips (Grades K-12)
Be Bear Aware
Be Bear Aware - A Visitor's Guide
Venue Rentals
Special Events and Venue Rentals
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