How much does camping cost at Big Bend Campground?

Camping fees at Big Bend Campground range from $8/night. Prices may vary by site type (standard, hookup, premium) and season. Fees are typically paid at the campground entrance.

Is Big Bend Campground first-come first-served or reservation?

Big Bend Campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis. Arrive early, especially on weekends and holidays, to secure a spot.

What is the best time to visit Big Bend Campground?

Big Bend Campground is open Open year-round; potable water is seasonal (available in warmer months/spring–summer).. The best time to visit depends on your preferences—summer offers the warmest weather and most activities, while spring and fall provide fewer crowds and milder temperatures. Check current conditions before your trip.

Are there showers at Big Bend Campground?

Big Bend Campground does not have shower facilities. Plan accordingly—nearby alternatives may include day-use areas or towns.

How many campsites does Big Bend Campground have?

Big Bend Campground has 13 campsites. Sites vary in size, privacy, and amenities. Arrive early for the best site selection.

Are dogs allowed at Big Bend Campground?

Pets are not allowed at Big Bend Campground. This policy helps protect local wildlife and other campers. Consider nearby pet-friendly campgrounds if traveling with animals.

What amenities are available at Big Bend Campground?

Big Bend Campground offers: Restrooms, Potable Water. See our detailed campground page for the full list of facilities and features.

What activities can I do at Big Bend Campground?

Popular activities at Big Bend Campground include Hiking, Fishing, Biking, Boating, Wildlife Viewing. The surrounding area offers plenty of outdoor recreation opportunities for all skill levels.

Big Bend Campground

4.56

32 reviews

Big Bend Campground

Featured in:Group Camping Oregon

Quick Facts

Price

$8/night

Booking

Walk-in Only

Sites

13 campsites

Season

Year-round

Cell

No Service

Pets

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Quick Facts

Price

$8/night

Booking

Walk-in Only

Sites

13 campsites

Season

Year-round

Cell

No Service

Pets

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RV Friendly

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Big Bend Campground

$8.00 - $8.00 / night

Campsite Fees

$8 per night reported in visitor accounts; passport discount mentioned by visitors. Fees and exact discounts should be confirmed with the managing...

Standard Site Fee$0.00

Hookup Site Fee$0.00

Premium Site Fee$0.00

Hike and Bike Site Fee$0.00

Group Site Fee$0.00

Food Storage Locker Fee$0.00

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What Campers Say

4.56

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Based on 32 reviews

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"Visitors consistently praise the dramatic Crooked River canyon views, quiet riverside campsites and strong fishing opportunities. Common criticisms note seasonal/finicky water spigots, limited site size for large trailers, occasional cleanliness issues, and lack of cell service."

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Big Bend Campground

44.1118, -120.7947

Best Time to Camp at Big Bend Campground

Spring and fall deliver moderate temperatures and the fewest visitors. Summer heat pushes into the 80s, making the river essential for cooling off, though potable water runs only during warmer months and spigots can be unreliable even then. Winter camping drops into the 30s with solitude and frost along the riverbanks. Bring extra water in hot months regardless of season. Year-round access is available.

Best

Spring(Mar-May)

4.0 / 5

Top 18% in OR

Spring offers moderate temps and seasonal water; fishing can be very good depending on flows.

Planning Tips

Operating Season: Open year-round; potable water is seasonal (available in warmer months/spring–summer).

About Big Bend Campground

Big Bend Campground sits along the Crooked River in a rugged canyon, where 13 first-come, first-served sites occupy the riverbank. The BLM charges $8/night for tent, RV, and group camping with vault toilets, picnic tables, fire rings, and seasonal potable water. No cell service and finicky water spigots mean visitors trade convenience for quiet riverside nights and excellent fishing access.

Thirteen single campsites plus a group site; accommodates tent camping and smaller campers/trailers (only a few sites are large enough for trailers/tow vehicles). Some sites are walk-to with nearby parking.

Historical Significance

The campground sits within the Crooked Wild and Scenic River corridor, a federally designated area managed cooperatively by the Bureau of Reclamation and Oregon Parks and Recreation Department.

Weather and SeasonsSpring and fall deliver moderate temperatures and the fewest visitors. Summer heat pushes into the 80s, making the river essential for cooling off, though potable water runs only during warmer months and spigots can be unreliable even then. Winter camping drops into the 30s with solitude and frost along the riverbanks. Bring extra water in hot months regardless of season. Year-round access is available.

Natural Features and SceneryThe Crooked River flows past campsites with canyon walls rising on the opposite bank, creating a corridor of cliffs and rolling high desert hills. Several sites sit directly on the riverbank with water views and immediate access for fishing or floating. The canyon landscape holds open sagebrush spaces punctuated by the sound of moving water. Chukars inhabit the cliff faces across the river. Summer temperatures climb into the 80s, heating the exposed canyon floor, while the riverside offers some relief.

Geological RegionCrooked River canyon (river canyon landscape with cliffs and rolling hills)

Scenic ViewsRiver canyon and cliff views overlooking the Crooked River; many sites provide direct riverside vistas and the sound of flowing water.

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Amenities available

Small BLM campground with 13 campsites, a group site and a day-use area. Facilities include vault/pit toilets, seasonal potable water from hand pumps/spigots, picnic tables, fire rings/grills, trash receptacles and a campground host; firewood is sometimes available for purchase. There is no electrical service at the campground.

Potable water

Fire rings

Picnic tables

Vault toilets

Group Sites

Activities you can enjoy

Riverside campground on the Crooked River offering river access and canyon scenery. Recreational opportunities focus on river-based and canyon activities as well as road and trail use in the surrounding area.

Hiking

Fishing

Biking

Boating

Wildlife viewing

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Policies & Safety

Hazards & AlertsNo cell phone service reported. Hot summer temperatures and limited water availability at times; some visitors report finicky water spigots. Roadside traffic and bicyclists on nearby Hwy 27 may require caution. Standard river hazards (currents) apply for floating and swimming.

No Cell ServiceCell phone service is not available at this campground. Plan accordingly for emergencies and download offline maps before arriving.

No Electric HookupsElectric hookups are not available at this campground. RV campers should arrive with a full battery and plan for off-grid power (generator hours/quiet rules permitting).

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Reviews

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4.6

32 reviews

Top-Rated

Big Bend Campground is top-rated, placing it in the top 15% of campgrounds based on reviews

Visitors consistently praise the dramatic Crooked River canyon views, quiet riverside campsites and strong fishing opportunities. Common criticisms note seasonal/finicky water spigots, limited site size for large trailers, occasional cleanliness issues, and lack of cell service.

Review Summaries

Based on 32 reviews

What Campers Love

Riverside sites with canyon views, excellent fly-fishing, peaceful/off-the-grid atmosphere, basic amenities like picnic tables, fire pits and vault toilets, low-cost camping.

Based on 32 reviews

Common Concerns

Some sites are small and only a couple can comfortably accommodate trailers with tow vehicles. Restrooms are vault/pit toilets (no flush facilities). A few reviewers reported spotty fishing at times...

Based on 32 reviews

Pro Tips & Recommendations

Camp is generally first-come, first-served—no reservations. Bring plenty of water in hot months since spigots can be unreliable and potable water may be seasonal. Expect no cell service; bring...

Based on 32 reviews

Seasonal Insights

Fishing quality appears to vary with seasonal flows—one reviewer noted steady flows (~80 cfs) and good fishing in a low-snowmelt year, while others imply spring melt or timing can change conditions....

Based on 32 reviews

Camper Quotes

“Beautiful spot in the Crooked River canyon, right below the dam.”; “Fisherman's paradise.”; “Off the grid, no cell service.”

Based on 32 reviews

Site-Specific Reviews

Several reviewers note the campground sits right along the Crooked River canyon (one mentions it’s right below the dam) with walking-distance access to the river. Site size varies—many small pads but...

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