Big Lake West Campground
USFS · Campground · Fee
Fast facts
- Cost
- Fee charged
- Managed by
- USFS
- Type
- Campground
- Hours
- Quiet hours are 10:00 p.m. until 6:00 a.m.
- Reservations
- recreation.gov
- Coordinates
- 44.3773, -121.8807
- Last verified
- September 18, 2026
About this place
This small 11 site tent-only campground lies on the western shore of Big Lake at the top of Santiam Pass and is a hub of activity during the summer months. It 's a smaller campground located just west of Big Lake Campground. The 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. Big Lake is very popular for both motorized and non-motorized boating. Campers enjoy views of the lake with the beautiful Mt. Washington as a backdrop. The campground is surrounded by alpine fir, hemlock and lodgepole pine. 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 access to the Mt. Washington Wilderness.
From the USFS.Official page
Is Big Lake West Campground free?
No. Big Lake West Campground charges a fee. It is managed by the USFS. Sites are reservable through recreation.gov.
How do I get to Big Lake West Campground?
From McKenzie Bridge, OR, travel east on Highway 126 for 29.5 miles to Santiam Pass. Turn heading south on Big Lake Road #2690.Follow Big Lake Road for 3 miles to Big Lake Campground on the west side of Big Lake.
What are the rules at Big Lake West Campground?
Regulations for the Santiam Pass Summer Motorized Recreation Area. OHV use in the campground is strictly prohibited for any purpose other than entering or leaving the campground.Camping is not allowed more than 14 days in a 60 day period.Check-in time: 2:
Nearby
- BIG LAKE WEST CAMPGROUND0.4 mi
- BIG LAKE0.5 mi
- Big Lake Campground0.5 mi
- Lost Lake - Willamette (OR)4.0 mi
- Lost Lake Campground4.0 mi
- Cold Water Cove - Willamette NF (OR)5.4 mi
- Cold Water Cove Campground5.5 mi
- ICE CAP CAMPGROUND6.4 mi
No other services within 50 mi on the record.
SourceData from the USFS. Last synced September 18, 2026. Community reports and photos are submitted by travelers and are not verified by the agency.
