Big Lake Campground

**Location & Access**
Big Lake Campground is located at Santiam Pass in the Oregon Cascades (Linn County). From Eugene, take Highway 126 east for approximately 90 miles to the pass summit, then turn right onto Big Lake Road and travel about one mile to the campground. The facility offers a small concrete boat ramp suitable for canoes, kayaks, and small motorized boats, with a dedicated staging area for boat preparation before launch.

**Facilities & Amenities**
The campground features 49 campsites available for tent and RV camping, with drinking water and vault toilets. A boat ramp with hardened gravel (handicapped accessible) trail access from the parking area is available for launching. The site also includes a swimming area. Campsites are reservable through Recreation.gov (phone: 801-226-3564), making it convenient for paddlers planning multi-day trips.

**Boating Character**
Big Lake is a popular destination for both motorized and non-motorized recreation, making it busiest during summer months. The lake offers paddling opportunities suitable for various skill levels, with good accessibility for kayakers and canoeists. The area is adjacent to the Santiam Pass OHV Recreation Area and nearby hiking trails like Patjens Lakes Trail provide additional outdoor options for visitors.

Overview
Big Lake West Campground offers sites located on the shores of Big Lake, situated at the top of the Santiam Pass. Opportunities to enjoy the outdoors are numerous and range from off-highway vehicle exploring, boating, swimming and hiking. 
There are 11 tent only double campsites.  There is one single and one double vault toilet.  Drinking water is available through the system shared...

Overview
Big Lake West Campground offers sites located on the shores of Big Lake, situated at the top of the Santiam Pass. Opportunities to enjoy the outdoors are numerous and range from off-highway vehicle exploring, boating, swimming and hiking. 
There are 11 tent only double campsites.  There is one single and one double vault toilet.  Drinking water is available through the system shared with Big Lake Campground.  There are no parking spurs; vehicles must park along the road's edge.  Each campsite is equipped with a picnic table and campfire ring.  All sites are by reservation. 
Campfires allowed until and unless otherwise posted. Fire bans are common during summer months. Please plan accordingly.
Reservations may be made up to 6 months in advance of arrival date by reserving online at RECREATION.GOV or by calling 877-444-6777.
Recreation

Facilities
This tent only campground has vault toilets, drinking water, a boat ramp and swimming area. Ice and firewood are also available. Each campsite is equipped with a picnic table and campfire ring.Natural Features


Nearby Attractions
The major activities in the Big Lake area revolve around motorized use.  Boats frequent the lake and off highway vehicles (OHVs) us the adjacent Santiam Pass Motorized Recreation Area.  Other attractions include Mt. Washington Wilderness and associated access trails, historic Santiam Wagon Road, McKenzie Pass-Santiam Pass National Scenic Byway, Pacific Crest Trail, and Sand Mountain Lookout.

Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (541) 967-3917.

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