Big Lake Campground

On the western shore of Big Lake at the top of Santiam Pass, surrounded by alpine fir, hemlock and lodgepole pine, campers enjoy views of the lake with the beautiful Mt. Washington as a backdrop. Big Lake Campground offers 49 sites for tent or RV camping. Drinking water, vault toilets and a boat ramp are provided. This campground is a hub of activity during the summer months. Big Lake is very popular for both motorized and non-motorized boating.

The campground is located adjacent to the Santiam Pass Motorized Recreation Area and is a popular campground for OHV enthusiasts.

Nearby Patjens Lakes Trail offers easy access to the Mt. Washington Wilderness.

Additional Information

Activities

Tent Camping

Fishing

Hiking

Picnicking

Boating

Swimming

Waterskiing

Rv Camping

Fee

Single Campsites - $24 per night Extra Vehicles - $8 per vehicle, per night Day Use - $8 per vehicle, per day

Reservations

Reserve online at www.recreation.gov or phone 1.877.444.6777. Over half the campsites are available for advance reservation via recreation.gov. The remainder are first come first serve.

Restrictions

OHV use in the campground is strictly prohibited for any purpose other than entering or leaving the campground. Regulations for the Santiam Pass Summer Motorized Recreation Area.
Camping is not allowed more than 14 days in a 60 day period.
Check-in time: 2:00 pm or later. Check-out time: 1:00 pm
Use of chainsaws in the campground is prohibited
Dogs MUST be on leash at all times within the campground

Website

Big Lake Campground

Open Season Start

06/10/21

Open Season End

10/3/21

Activities

Boating - Motorized
Boating - Non-Motorized
Campground Camping
Day Hiking
Lake and Pond Fishing
Picnicking
RV Camping
Swimming
Waterskiing