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Calaveras Big Trees State Park

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Established in 1931, Calaveras Big Trees State Park preserves two groves of giant sequoias – the world’s largest trees – in the North and South Groves. The park is a mixed-conifer forest (a variety of trees living together). In addition to the giant trees, you will find the Stanislaus River, Beaver Creek, ancient volcanic formations, and natural meadows. Hiking trails allow you to view the natural beauty found throughout the park.

Calaveras Big Trees State Park is one of the participating California State Parks that you can visit for free with the 4th Grade Adventure Pass.

Additional Information

Good For
Dogs
Families
Visually Impaired
Wheelchairs
Activities
Backpacking
Barbequing
Birdwatching
Cross Country Skiing
Dog Walking
Photography
Picnicking
Mountain Biking
Snowshoeing
Tent Camping
Rv Camping
Walking
Road Biking
Hiking
Swimming
Geocaching
Rules & Regulations
Dogs Permitted With Restrictions
Dogs On Leash
No Unmanned Aircrafts
Accessibility Description

Camping: North Grove Campground: This campground has 9 accessible campsites. Sites have accessible tables and tent pads with firm surfaces. Restrooms with showers are accessible. Rental Cabins: One cabin designated accessible (#3 - Ponderosa). The Ponderosa cabin sleeps 6 and features 2 bedrooms, a living room, kitchen, and mudroom. Parking and routes are accessible. Visit Access Northern California for detailed cabin accessibility information and photos. Oak Hollow Campground: Site number 80 includes accessible parking, furnishings and firm surfaces, but some users may need help with slopes on the route to the restroom. The unisex restroom/shower combination building by the accessible site is accessible and the parking space adjacent to the restroom is accessible. Beaver Creek: The White Fir Environmental Camp hike in campground has an accessible restroom and only two campsites, one of which is accessible. The accessible trail is approximately 1/8 mile from the accessible parking space.

Picnic Areas: North Grove: Accessible picnic sites are available with nearby accessible parking and restroom. Beaver Creek: There is an accessible restroom, parking, and picnic sties in this area.

Trails: The Three Senses Trail is a 0.13 mile accessible loop trail in a sequoia forest setting and includes rest stops and interpretive panels in English and Braille. Access to this trail is approximately 500 feet down the North Grove Trail. The trail is constructed of compacted soil and boardwalks. The trail is generally flat at less than 5% slopes. An alternate access to the trail is from a parking lot near the trailhead. This parking lot does not have accessible parking stalls and users would have to cross a park road. The North Grove Trail is a 1.7 mile accessible loop trail which originates from the visitor center parking lot where accessible parking is available. Visitors will experience some of the largest trees in the park along the trail. This trail is constructed of compacted soil and also connects to the three senses trail. The trail is generally flat with intermittent sections that are 5% to 8%.The Beaver Creek Trail is a 0.68 mile accessible loop trail that originates from the South Grove parking area and Beaver Creek Picnic Area with scenic views along Beaver Creek. Accessible picnicking is available at the Beaver Creek Picnic Area. The trail is constructed of compacted soil and gravel. There are several armored crossings on the trail that water flows over the trail during rain events that might be challenging for some users. The trail is generally flat at less than 5% slopes with intermittent sections that are 5% to 8% and two sections at 7 feet and 9 feet with a 10% slope. Accessible parking is available at both the South Grove Trailhead and Beaver Creek Picnic Trailhead locations. The Stanislaus River Trail is an ‘out-and-back’ accessible trail that 0.17 miles each way that originates from a parking lot located near the River Picnic Area. This trail takes visitors down to the banks of the Stanislaus River. The trail is constructed of compacted soil and gravel and although it is accessible it may be challenging to some visitors due to steeper slopes leading to the river. The trail does have sections of the trail that is less than 5% with intermittent sections that are 5% to 8% and one section at 24 feet with a 10% slope. Accessible parking is available at the trailhead. An accessible picnic site is located at the end of the trail.

Dogs

Visit Dogs in State Parks for details about dogs in parks. Please be aware of all regulations for bringing your fur friend for your visit. 

Dogs allowed only in campgrounds and on fire roads, must be on a maximum 6-foot leash at ALL times and physically under your control. Dogs are not allowed on park trails.