About Calaveras Big Trees State Park

Calaveras Big Trees SP was created to protect two groves of giant sequoias, some of the world’s largest & most magnificent trees. It includes pines, flowing rivers & creeks, wildlife, & meadows. It offers camping, fishing, hiking, swimming, & more. The Visitor Center has a museum, film, & gift shop.

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The park is northeast of Stockton, four miles northeast of Arnold on Highway 4.
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.

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Overnight Facilities

  • Environmental Campsites
  • Family Campsites
  • Group Campsites
  • Lodging
  • RV Access
Other Facilities

  • Restrooms / Showers
  • Restrooms
  • Outdoor Showers
  • Drinking Water Available
Day-Use Activities & Facilities

  • Historical/Cultural Site
  • Picnic Areas
  • Env. Learning/Visitor Center
  • Exhibits and Programs
  • Fishing
  • Guided Tours
  • Interpretive Exhibits
  • Beach Area
  • Swimming
  • Nature & Wildlife Viewing
  • Museums
  • Family Programs
  • Geocaching
Trail Use

  • Bike Trails
  • Hiking Trails

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.

About the Park

About the Park

Welcome to Calaveras Big Trees State Park

Camping and Cabins

Camping and Cabins

Staying at Calaveras Big Trees State Park

Trails and more

Trails and more

Welcome to Calaveras Big Trees State Park

Programs and Events

Programs and Events

Staying at Calaveras Big Trees State Park

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