U.S. Forest Service · Sierra National Forest · CA

Jackass Meadow

Campsites in a shaded grovePhoto · USFS
OpenSeason 06-01 – 09-30
ReservableAccess
40Sites
46 ftMax rig

The place

Jackass Meadow Campground is situated below Florence Lake on the San Joaquin River, surrounded by the craggy peaks of the John Muir Wilderness. Jackass Meadow is shaded by a stand of Aspen and Lodgepole Pine, and the South Fork of the San Joaquin runs through the campground. This camp is located near several Native American archaeological sites. Recreation There is a .7 mile accessible hiking trail near the campground. Nature walks are held every Saturday during the summer. Most of the recreation opportunities here can be found in and around Florence Lake. Keep reading

There is a boat ramp and boat rentals at the Florence Lake Store. Facilities Each campsite has a table, fire ring and grill. Bear-proof food lockers, water and accessible vault toilets are provided. Supplies and groceries can be purchased half a mile from the campground at the Florence Lake Store. Natural Features The Sierra National Forest, located on the western slope of the central Sierra Nevada, is known for its spectacular mountain scenery and abundant natural resources. The terrain includes rolling, oak-covered foothills, heavily forested middle elevation slopes and the starkly beautiful alpine landscape of the High Sierra. The John Muir Wilderness stretches for 100 miles along the crest of the Sierra. It is a land of lofty snow-capped mountains, deep canyons and vast expanses of glacially carved terrain. Contact Info For facility specific information, please call (909) 638-6117. Nearby Attractions A popular activity is to take a ferry from Florence Lake to the John Muir Trail, which is part of the Pacific Crest Trail, which stretches from Mexico to Canada. Ferry tickets can be purchased at the Florence Lake Store.

The sites · 40

LoopSiteTypeMax rigElectricADA
Jackass Meadow Loop01standard nonelectric35 ft
Jackass Meadow Loop02standard nonelectric36 ft
Jackass Meadow Loop03standard nonelectric35 ft
Jackass Meadow Loop04standard nonelectric39 ft
Jackass Meadow Loop05standard nonelectric40 ft
Jackass Meadow Loop06standard nonelectric35 ft
Jackass Meadow Loop07standard nonelectric34 ft
Jackass Meadow Loop08standard nonelectric39 ft
Jackass Meadow Loop09standard nonelectric36 ft
Jackass Meadow Loop10standard nonelectric40 ft
Jackass Meadow Loop11standard nonelectric40 ft
Jackass Meadow Loop12standard nonelectric34 ft
Jackass Meadow Loop13standard nonelectric42 ft
Jackass Meadow Loop14standard nonelectric38 ft
Jackass Meadow Loop15standard nonelectric46 ft
Jackass Meadow Loop16standard nonelectric37 ft
Jackass Meadow Loop17standard nonelectric41 ft
Jackass Meadow Loop18standard nonelectric38 ft
Jackass Meadow Loop19standard nonelectric39 ft
Jackass Meadow Loop20standard nonelectric44 ft
Jackass Meadow Loop21standard nonelectric40 ft
Jackass Meadow Loop22standard nonelectric44 ft
Jackass Meadow Loop23standard nonelectric40 ft
Jackass Meadow Loop24standard nonelectric40 ft
Jackass Meadow Loop25standard nonelectric37 ft
Jackass Meadow Loop26standard nonelectric45 ft
Jackass Meadow Loop27standard nonelectric40 ft
Jackass Meadow Loop28standard nonelectric42 ft
Jackass Meadow Loop29standard nonelectric41 ft
Jackass Meadow Loop30standard nonelectric39 ft
Jackass Meadow Loop31standard nonelectric39 ft
Jackass Meadow Loop32standard nonelectric37 ft
Jackass Meadow Loop33standard nonelectric37 ft
Jackass Meadow Loop34standard nonelectric40 ft
Jackass Meadow Loop35standard nonelectric38 ft
Jackass Meadow Loop46management33 ft
Jackass Meadow Loop47management38 ft
Jackass Meadow Loop48management39 ft
Jackass Meadow Loop49management41 ft
Jackass Meadow Loop50management40 ft

Booking

183 daysBooking window before arrival

Recreation.gov default: most campsites can be booked six months prior to arrival date. Most campgrounds go on sale at 7am PT / 8am MT / 10am ET, but not always; check the facility Seasons and Fees tab. Some locations also offer shorter supplemental booking windows.

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