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001, Loop: AREA BIG MEADOWS CABIN
- 6 guests
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Reviews (26)
What Guests Are Saying
Big Meadows Cabin offers a wonderful experience with its nostalgic charm, beautiful location, and comfortable amenities, making it a favorite for many returning guests. The cabin is clean and well-equipped for a peaceful stay, with easy access to nearby hikes. However, guests should be aware of the need to boil water before drinking, manage supplies, and take precautions against insects and critters.
What Guests Are Saying
Big Meadows Cabin offers a wonderful experience with its nostalgic charm, beautiful location, and comfortable amenities, making it a favorite for many returning guests. The cabin is clean and well-equipped for a peaceful stay, with easy access to nearby hikes. However, guests should be aware of the need to boil water before drinking, manage supplies, and take precautions against insects and critters.
Review Summary
Willie M
VerifiedJanuary 16, 2020 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA BIG MEADOWS CABIN
Nice and quiet.
Willie M
VerifiedJanuary 16, 2020 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA BIG MEADOWS CABIN
Nice and quiet.
Curtis C
VerifiedJanuary 21, 2020 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA BIG MEADOWS CABIN
It was well furnished and in a central location. It was like being at home.
Love,Love, Loved it!!!
Curtis C
VerifiedJanuary 21, 2020 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA BIG MEADOWS CABIN
It was well furnished and in a central location. It was like being at home.
Love,Love, Loved it!!!
Jeffrey J
VerifiedJanuary 24, 2020 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA BIG MEADOWS CABIN
The cabin is in a great, isolated location; the kitchen was nicely equipped.
The downside of our visit in October 2019: the baseboard heaters in the bedroom did not work; and there was no hot water. Needless to say, the first night (before the woodburning stove had a chance to heat the 45 degree house) was uncomfortably cold. The kitchen stove heated water very quickly, to allow for washing and bathing.
I'd stay here again if visiting during the summer, or I'd bring an electric heater for the bedroom.
Jeffrey J
VerifiedJanuary 24, 2020 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA BIG MEADOWS CABIN
The cabin is in a great, isolated location; the kitchen was nicely equipped.
The downside of our visit in October 2019: the baseboard heaters in the bedroom did not work; and there was no hot water. Needless to say, the first night (before the woodburning stove had a chance to heat the 45 degree house) was uncomfortably cold. The kitchen stove heated water very quickly, to allow for washing and bathing.
I'd stay here again if visiting during the summer, or I'd bring an electric heater for the bedroom.
Ryan B
VerifiedJanuary 28, 2020 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA BIG MEADOWS CABIN
This is a great little place for families and small parties. The kitchen is fully stocked and the wood stove works like a charm. On the down side the water heater did not work which kinda sucked in December, the oven display is broken (we figured out it starts at 350 and moves in increments of 5), and you could hear critters in the walls but not the end of the world. Still 4/5 stars for me.
Ryan B
VerifiedJanuary 28, 2020 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA BIG MEADOWS CABIN
This is a great little place for families and small parties. The kitchen is fully stocked and the wood stove works like a charm. On the down side the water heater did not work which kinda sucked in December, the oven display is broken (we figured out it starts at 350 and moves in increments of 5), and you could hear critters in the walls but not the end of the world. Still 4/5 stars for me.
Yukiko C
VerifiedJuly 19, 2024 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA BIG MEADOWS CABIN
You need to turn on a water heater. Who wants to take a cold shower?
Yukiko C
VerifiedJuly 19, 2024 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: AREA BIG MEADOWS CABIN
You need to turn on a water heater. Who wants to take a cold shower?
Location & Directions for Big Meadows Cabin (CA)
35860 Kings Canyon Rd, Dunlap, CA 93621 United States
Elevation: 2,316 ft
Getting There
Take Highway 180 east to the Kings Canyon National
Park entrance, where you will be required to purchase a forest/park
permit. After entering the park, continue 2 mi to the park Wye. At the
Wye, turn right as though you were going to Sequoia Natio...
Take Highway 180 east to the Kings Canyon National
Park entrance, where you will be required to purchase a forest/park
permit. After entering the park, continue 2 mi to the park Wye. At the
Wye, turn right as though you were going to Sequoia National Park and
continue on the General's Highway approximately 6 mi to the turn off to Big
Meadows. The Big Meadows Road (Forest Road 14S11) is located on the left-hand side of the road. Follow this road approximately 4 mi, where you
will find the Guard Station on the left side of the road. Please refer to
the small scale map, or contact the Hume Lake District office for more
specific directions.
Highway access
Big Meadows Cabin is accessible via Highway 180, which leads to the Kings Canyon National Park entrance. After entering the park, the General's Highway provides further access.
Nearby National Park
Big Stump Entrance Station
Approximate driving time: 15 min
Ash Mountain Entrance Station
Approximate driving time: 34 min
Big Oak Flat Entrance
Approximate driving time: over 1 hr (91 min)
Policies & Rules
Arrival & departure
- Guests need to call ahead to get the cabin lock combination before arrival.
- Guests must provide their own linens and sleeping gear; special arrangements can be made for out-of-state guests.
Cancellation policy
- Reservation fees are non-refundable. For campsites, cabins, lookouts, yurts, group sites, and similar stays, we charge a reservation service fee of $8.
- Standard cancellations usually have a $10 cancellation fee. Customers can generally cancel before the check-in date online.
- Late cancellation rules differ by stay type.
- Individual campsites: cancelling after 12:00am local time the day before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
- Cabins, lookouts, and yurts: cancelling less than 14 days before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
- One-night reservations: a late cancellation usually forfeits the full amount paid, up to the total original reservation cost.
- Modifications are allowed before the cut-off window, but fees depend on the change. Changing to dates completely outside the original reservation dates may trigger a $10 change fee. Extending or shortening a stay that still includes original dates usually has no change fee, though refunds may depend on timing and facility rules. Switching to the same type of campsite for the same dates usually has no change fee, but price differences are charged or refunded.
- Early departures may or may not be refunded. At certain facilities, partial refunds may be possible if staff can mark the site available for other visitors. No refund is given for a night if the early departure is requested after that day's check-out time.
- Security deposits are separate. Security deposits may be refunded to the original payment method if the facility is left in acceptable condition, as determined by the property.
Local regulations
- Guests must buy a forest/park permit upon entry to the national forest.
Fees & deposits
- Guests can buy a 7-day pass for $35 or an annual pass for $70.
Site capacity
- The cabin accommodates six guests, with space for two additional tent campers outside.
Pets
- Pets are not permitted on the property.
Vehicles & parking
- Only one RV can be parked at the cabin; no extra RVs are allowed.
Site types & loops
- The cabin is not suitable for large gatherings or events.
Safety & rules
- Guests must check with the Ranger District for any conditions that could impact their stay.
Wildlife & food storage
- Proper food storage is required due to bear activity in the area.
Fires & fuel
- Guests must buy firewood locally and burn it on-site to protect local forests.
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Last updated: October 20, 2026
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