Sky Meadow Group Camps

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You might not be seeing too many skies or meadows with all of these ancient redwoods in the way, but this site offers the best of Big Basin camping for you and your crew.

Two large camps hold 40 people each, and can be booked together or individually. Along with plenty of Coastal Redwoods, Sky Meadow is a great launching pad for all your forest adventures, with the Sempervirens River and falls nearby, and access to Big Basin Redwoods State Park’s extensive trail system. Sky Meadow provides flat, spacious sites tucked right into the redwoods and is big enough to give everyone in your party some time alone with these ancient trees. This site provides water and pit toilets, but there are no showers or hot water, so you’ll have to head to the river for that!

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Top-rated for location, privacy, and amenities near Big Basin Redwoods State Park

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Lisa M.recommends
November 23, 2018
Groups can get loud here.
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Cristina R.
September 9, 2015
Stayed at campsite 1 on Labor Day weekend and the site was spacious and private. There were almost 40 of us and we had plenty of room! The only complaint I have is the toilets are very close to the hanging out area and we most definitely got a whiff of it the whole time. You can use the showers at any of the other campgrounds.

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Your guide to camping in Sky Meadow Group Camps

Overview

Biking

Mountain bikes aren’t allowed on the single track lanes, however there are still some great rides. They are excellent for beginners because most of the riding is on fire roads, of which a large portion is paved. It’s not for dirt devils, but the remoteness of the area still makes it a special ride.

Hiking

So you want to hike through some of the oldest gigantic Redwoods in the state AND frolick around a waterfall? Well, that’s a little greedy, but why the heck not? This is Big Basin after-all and all your dreams can come true (if you dream about these things...I know that we do!). There’s over 18,000 acres to explore, so you can hike all that your heart desires. However, there is a lot, so make sure you check out some of the best hikes in Big Basin Redwoods.

Horseback riding

Horses are allowed in Rancho Del Oso and there is a horse camp! Make sure to check out the information for horse camping before going.

Wind sports

Waddell Beach, located across Highway 1 from the park entrance, is known worldwide as one of THE spots for windsurfing and kiteboarding. The steady, strong North-West winds and good surf provide ideal conditions for this demanding sport. With the strong winds and occasionally heavy surf, Waddell Beach is not recommended for novice windsurfers. Make sure you check wind conditions before you go and have an epic time. Just keep in mind that the beach is about a 50 minute drive away from the campgrounds, so plan accordningly.

Surfing

Waddell Creek is known as one of the great kiteboarding and windsurfing spots, but it also provides some excellent surf (on the right day). Make sure to see if the conditions are right before you head out. For a detailed “surf map,” check in with our friends at Surfline.

Wildlife watching

Big Basin is teeming with wildlife (this is a good thing). Sliding along a mossy piece of fallen tree you’ll find banana slugs, while foxes dart through the nooks and crannies of the lush forest. This forest is very much alive and you will see this in almost every step you take!

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