Big Bar Launch

Reviews

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  Paul Stephens
2 weeks ago
This spot is located on the Mokelumne River, under the bridge that separates Amador and Calaveras counties. This is river access for fisherman and egress for kayaker coming down the river. We like this spot for running our RC (radio control) vehicles, there's lots of rocks and other obstacles to challenge yourself..

  Jan Murrell
3 months ago
Beautiful place to spend some down time !

  John A
a year ago
Super relaxing spot. Lost a star because there is only one bathroom which is just a hole in the ground and like you may imagine, it really stinks. But the inside of the bathroom did look like it was being maintained and cleaned. Bring hand sanitizer to wash your hands because like I said it is only hole in ground no running water or sink. But I love the place and go all the time.

  Jason Fuentes
6 years ago
Bathrooms okay, there a permanente hobo living here but after my 5th or 6th time seeing him I actually liked his presence. Awesome place to see the river, park and your so close to the water. Pic-nic here, chill, great place.

  B T
4 years ago
Nice lil spot along highway 49. Has a pit toilet that was open on a weekday in February. Numerous trails down to rushing water. Had a boat launch area too. Steep approach down the road.

  Beverly Moore
3 years ago
Beautiful place to visit. Saw a couple fishermen. Just a short drive off highway. Road to parking area is just off hwy and takes you directly back to highway.

  Jaxz Moreno
a month ago
Very tranquil place. Love going there to think.

  Melissa Moldrup
6 years ago
Ahhhh, the good ol' Mokelumne River. She's looking quite magnificent so far this spring, but it's a beautiful area regardless of the water level. One of my favorite places to see in these beautiful foothills.

  Rachael Indian
11 months ago
Waters high n flowers are blooming

  Jan M
3 months ago
It was amazing beautiful view absolutely wonderful

  Jonathan Rosas
8 months ago
Great spot to view the river very hot in July not much shade near the water.

  Renee
4 months ago
Great little spot for a little peace and quiet!

  Jim Spinosa
4 years ago
Can t believe none of the reviews mention this but LOOK OUT FOR RISING WATER. The dam upstream releases water, in some cases in the summer volume will increase 4X or more over the course of 5-10 minutes. Be careful with children swimming!!

  Phishing Bear
2 years ago
Beautiful little spot to check out the river. Be very careful, water can be very swift.Please don't litter. Have fun...

  Naor Karkay
3 years ago
Make sure you bring someone with you and don't leave valuables in you car. There are loads of tweakers that call this place home. While it is a gorgeous place, and there is a great deal to explore and even swim in the summer, it is easily ruined by guys with airguns, strangers checking the insides of cars, and people that try to pick fights with you.

  abdul azam
2 years ago
Nice place to get to the river. Launch your raft. No picnic benches. Plenty of room to sit on the rocks by the river.

  Ashley Hickman
a year ago
Had a tone of fun. Didn t see any homeless . Question: What are the gold prospecting rules for this area?

  Wayne G
3 years ago
Nothing really exciting here.I guess some kayakers or rafters put in or out here.I like photoing the cascading water here, and then I leave.Maybe a good lunching spot? No tables that I know of though.

  Fran Tik
a year ago
Beautiful place. One of my favorite places to stop on the Mokelumne river!

  Rachael Indian
11 months ago
Rivers running high. Beautiful drive from Jackson through Angels Camp, on to home.

  Frank C
6 years ago
Beautiful spot. Parking and easy on and off ramps. Wish police would show up threw the day to control drug users

  Sly Act
4 years ago
My 2nd favorite place out of 5Love it peaceful relaxing fun to hike beautiful place to enjoy worth the drive

  Lee Hahn
6 years ago
Neat place. Not a lot of space for hiking. But good for river watching.

  Guy Searcy
a year ago
Nice easy access to the riverNot crowded

  Erin D.
a year ago
Nice and peaceful place to go to the Moke.

  Gaila Quimby
7 years ago
Very relaxing place to walk your dog or to take a walk and enjoy some fresh spring time air.

  Chris CowboyCree Henningsen
4 years ago
None of the parking is in shade, and there is absolutely nothing there except a basic campground style bathroom. No tables, picnic areas, nothing.

  Jon DeLuca
2 years ago
Always beautiful except when the homeless are around to offer you "rock".

  k b
6 years ago
Nice place for cooling off in the river. Not too crowded