Big Lake Campground rests on the north shore of Big Lake, several miles north of Mt. Washington in the Willamette National Forest. Stunning views of Mt. Washington can be enjoyed from along the shore of the lake.
Big Lake is a popular destination for boating, water skiing, swimming, and fishing. Excellent hiking trails are nearby, including the Patjens Lakes Trail and the Pacific Crest Trail. Also close by is the Santiam Pass OHV Motorized Recreation Area.
Big Lake Campground features 49 campsites along the lake's shore. Most sites can accommodate RVs, trailers, and tents, while 3 sites are designated for tents only. One site has a pull-through driveway. A surrounding forest of alpine fir, hemlock and lodgepole pine provides shade for many of the sites. Campers enjoy relaxing in camp with views of the lake and Mt. Washington before them.
| Big Lake Campground Basics | |
|---|---|
| Big Lake Campground Location: | From McKenzie Bridge, travel east on Highway 126 for 29.5 miles to Santiam Pass. Then turn south on Big Lake Road #2690 for 3 miles to the campground. |
| Elevation: | 4,650 feet |
| Nearby Gateway Cities: | Sisters - 21 miles
Eugene - 83 miles Salem - 92 miles |
| Number of Sites: | 49 |
| Open - Closed: | Open late May through early October |
| Max. People per single site: | 8 |
| Vehicles per site: | 1 vehicle at single sites (fee for additional vehicles) |
| Pets: | On leash, always attended |
| Operated by | American Land & Leisure for Willamette National Forest |
| McKenzie Ranger District: | (541) 822-3381 |
| Big Lake Campground Reservations | |
|---|---|
| Reservations Available | Reservations are available for campsites from 2 days to 6 months in advance of arrival date. |
| Maximum vehicle length: | 35 feet |
| Wheelchair accessible sites: | None designated
Restroom are accessible. |
| Fees: | Single campsite - $28 per night
(plus $8 reservation fee) |
| Campground Map: | Big Lake Campground Map |
| Campground Reservations: | Big Lake Campground Reservations |
| Check-in, check-out: | Check-in: 2:00 PM, check-out: 1:00 PM |
| Big Lake Campground Amenities | |
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| Campsites: | Picnic table, campfire ring with grill; no hook-ups |
| Campground: | Vault toilets, piped water |
| Showers: | No |
| Dump station: | No |
| Attractions near Big Lake Campground: |
Trout Fishing Best Sellers |
Big Lake Campground
Opening and closing dates for some campgrounds are only estimates, usually dependent on weather conditions. Not all campsites can accommodate trailers or RVs of all lengths.
Designated Accessible sites are usually reserved for people with disabilities who have a vehicle displaying an accessible parking placard or license plate.
Big Lake Campground
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