$28
Big Lake
Total sites: 44
Available Today: 18 FF*
Available this Weekend: 14 FF*
Booking Window: 6 months
Available Today: 18 FF*
Available this Weekend: 14 FF*
Booking Window: 6 months
4,679 ft
69°F
49°F
49°F
fair
Willamette National Forest › McKenzie River Ranger District › Oregon
› Lane County
› Coburg
› Big Lake Campground
Big Lake Campground, OR - Latest Reviews, Photos & Campground Map
Big Lake Campground is located in the McKenzie River Ranger District, Willamette National Forest (59 min northwest of Bend, OR) with an elevation of 4,679 feet. There are a total of 44 campsites including 2 tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from mid May to the beginning of November. 41 sites can accommodate RVs between 23 and 65 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Fees range from $22.90 to $28.00. Some amenities include accessible, boat ramp, swimming, picnic table, restroom. Activities include biking, boating, ohv trails nearby, fishing, hiking trails, water skiing, floating sports.
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Campsite Reviews (76)
4.0 out of 5
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| 4 star | 21% | |
| 3 star | 13% | |
| 2 star | 7% | |
| 1 star | 9% |
@TiffanyF863858 · Camped on Jul 3, 2025 at Campsite #1
We love this campground because we're able to use our dirt bikes and kayaks on the same trip. The lake water is warmer than you would think and very clean. The mosquitos are no exaggeration so prepare for that. One very annoying thing is that the people who camp in the dispersed sites outside the campground come daily to put their garbage in the park Dumpsters, overfilling them and making them unusable for paying park guests. It also increases the possibility of bears coming into the campground. When we asked about it, the host said there's nothing he could do about it, so that's unfortunate.
@MarshaMFC6A4D8 · Camped on Jun 30, 2025 at Campsite #21
Such a nice campground. Yes the skeeters are hungry in June but its not too hard to keep them at bay.
@FeliciaL9D2E02 · Camped on Jun 29, 2025 at Campsite #14
Wonderful experience
@RobL6033354 · Camped on Jun 25, 2025 at Campsite #3
We had an excellent camping trip. A lot of mosquitos but is was in June so that is to be expected.
@RonaldM7208164 · Camped on Jun 23, 2025 at Campsite #19
Great place to kayak! Beautiful views. However believe them about the mosquitoes!
@ChristalJ1AEB7 · Camped on Jun 22, 2025 at Campsite #48
Pros: beautiful campsite, quiet location, clean bathrooms, and easy access to outdoor activities and shopping in Sisters.Cons: the mosquitoes! When we first arrived we were swarmed by them. Putting on big spray, lighting citronella candles, and starting a fire helped, but we were still getting bitten. I felt especially bad for the dog since we couldn't put bug spray on him. Mosquitoes were not nearly as bad at other places we went to in the area, and we ended up not really wanting to spend time at camp and mostly hanging out in the tent when we were there. Might be better at a different time of year but in June I would probably pick a different camp ground next time!
@AnthonyG514442 · Camped on Jun 6, 2025 at Campsite #3
Nice place to camp ,I usually reserve loop A #3,gets loud somtimes with groups,no problem!
@BrandyE9732945 · Camped on May 24, 2025 at Campsite #30
Beautiful spot for an early season trip. Snow was still on the ground so the mosquitoes were not as plentiful. Always gorgeous views.
@KARISACF7B2308 · Camped on Oct 18, 2024 at Campsite #12
Campsites are larger than average and spaced further apart than your typical reservable campgrounds, which is something I always look for and appreciate! The campgrounds were well cared for and the lake views were priceless! Be prepared for sand and snow (season depending) :)If you are someone who might be bothered by noises of ATV/Dirt bikes and/or chainsaws, this is not the place for you. Didnt bother us, but something I noticed and wasnt expecting. That being said, those campers who were riding were very respectful so mornings and nights were quiet and peaceful. We will definitely be coming back!
@LianeGDF3C5FCD · Camped on Oct 14, 2024 at Campsite #11
Our site was in the location of a very sharp turn. We were unable to use it and left. The lake is beautiful. The site was plenty long but even a 30ft fifth wheel couldnt get in to it. I think sites should include backing clearances and angles and boulders. Not just length of the site.
@SteveBar7B7AAD · Camped on Oct 10, 2024 at Campsite #20
Great campgrounds and gorgeous views. Excellent riding as well
@PhilS8456940 · Camped on Sep 30, 2024 at Campsite #19
Perfect spot. Loved it. See you next year.
@LARISAW555AA6A · Camped on Sep 20, 2024 at Campsite #10
The lakeside campsite and mountain views were beautiful, but this was not a tranquil experience, and I would not return to this campground due to the noise: (1) The campground is right next to Santiam Pass OHV staging area and trail system - this created a lot of off-road motorcycle and quad noise nearby as well as in the campground as many of the OHV users were also using the campground overnight. (2) The person next to me had an RV which ran a generator all night.I ended up staying one night and leaving early in the morning as soon as I could.
@DanielF1136472 · Camped on Sep 20, 2024 at Campsite #29
Beautiful area but it's a party campground. People had bonfires during a red flag fire ban, up until 2 a.m. and the church camp across the lake was blasting music Sunday morning.
@JoyW1874694 · Camped on Sep 3, 2024 at Campsite #37
Restrooms very clean. Campground very clean. Host site clearly marked.
@KahoriE543420C · Camped on Aug 26, 2024 at Campsite #2
Beautiful location. Nice spacious campsites. Clean vault toilets. Quiet and peaceful
@CHARLESW378124 · Camped on Aug 18, 2024 at Campsite #1
My site was nice, not the easiest lake to fish very shallow near the shoreline.
@AndreaTC4D75AE · Camped on Jul 30, 2024 at Campsite #7
It is extremely hard to find any sites that accommodate trailers of 30 feet or less. If you can get your trailer in, you cannot get a vehicle in with it.
@JanetteC3564A3 · Camped on Jul 19, 2024 at Campsite #6
We had a great experience despite arriving right after the area having widespread campfire bans that are totally understandable. The camp hosts were awesome and attentive and kept the common areas clean and well stocked with toilet paper. We will for sure be back.
@MackenzieF3394 · Camped on Jul 19, 2024
Loved big lake campground!! The water was so nice, perfect weather! Boat ramp was busy but of course thats expected on a nice day! Looked like a majority of the sites had access to the water
@DeborahM969915 · Camped on Jul 18, 2024
Great place to camp. The seasonal Park Rangers were amazing. So helpful and accommodating. Highly recommended.
@MoizAB4115478A · Camped on Jun 24, 2024 at Campsite #37
Swarms of mosquitoes. We saw dense columns of mosquitoes 30 foot tall, and we got attacked so bad that I thought we'd die! With this kind of infestation deet repellant didn't work. Obviously there is no mosquito control in place at this site, and no warnings were posted. We had a hellish night.
@JeffB8180041 · Camped on Jun 24, 2024 at Campsite #1
Great location and interesting camp sites right on the lake. Plenty of activities at camp and nearby. Paddle boarding, kayaking and swimming was spectacular. Camp host was great. The only negative was the mosquitoes.
@BENP8352155 · Camped on Jun 20, 2024 at Campsite #2
MOSQUITOS! Crazy mosquitos in mid-June, impossible to be outside. Likely better in early fall. We will not return in early summer.
@JamesG6676411 · Camped on Sep 12, 2023 at Campsite #29
Very quiet this time of the year - we enjoyed the weather and the solitude. It can be really busy during the summer. The RV space was fine for our 18 foot trailer and we were able to access the picnic table and fire pit without climbing down the bank at the spot we stayed at. If you need flat ground, avoid some of the spaces that require steps to get down to the picnic tables - some of these sites are pretty steep on the west end of the Lake.
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