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Big Creek Campground

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Big Creek Campground is a single-loop campground located close to the west entrance of Mt. Rainier National Park. It is also close to Glacier View Wilderness and the Sawtooth Trail system including High Rock Lookout Trail #266. Some sites overlook Big Creek. The lush vegetation provides good privacy between sites. There are 26 single sites and 3 double sites. View a map of Big Creek Campground (PDF) (via site)

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Key facts

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Booking & season

SeasonMay to September

Pitches & accommodation

Pitches29

Facilities & details

Amenities and on-site features reported for Big Creek Campground.

Fee
Reservationrecommended
Capacity29
Tents
Caravans / RV
Backcountry
Group only
Toilets
Drinking water
Showers
Power
Internet
Open fires
Dogsleashed

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🏞️ Attractions

Mount Rainier Gateway Protected AreaParks & play

conservation area in Pierce County, Washington state, United States of America

2.5 km · ~4 min driveDirections ↗
Ashford Natural Resources Conservation AreaParks & play

conservation area in Pierce County, Washington state, United States of America

3.7 km · ~7 min driveDirections ↗
Ashford County Park and Amphitheatre
Ashford County Park and AmphitheatreParks & play

The Ashford Mansion, also known as the Ashford House is a turn of the 20th century residence located in Ashford, Washington. The house was built in 1903, in the Colonial Revival style by Cora Ashford, for whom the town of Ashford is also named. The building was constructed of solid grain Douglas Fir, with a porch enclosing three sides of the main floor and a covered veranda on each end of the se

8 km · ~11 min driveDirections ↗
Cora FallsWaterfalls14.2 km · ~54 min driveDirections ↗
Kautz Creek Trailhead
Kautz Creek TrailheadTrails & trailheads

Kautz Creek is a tributary of the Nisqually River, flowing from the Kautz Glacier, with its watershed in the Mount Rainier National Park of Washington. It drains southwest from Mount Rainier for about 6 miles (9.7 km) before it joins the Nisqually River near Mount Rainier Highway. It is notable for being a severe flooding hazard due to the volume of summer glacier melt and its frequently changing

14.4 km · ~19 min driveDirections ↗
Julia FallsWaterfalls14.6 km · ~76 min driveDirections ↗
Osbourne Mountain (East Peak) (1,480 m)Summits & peaks15.3 km · ~109 min driveDirections ↗
Westside Road TrailheadTrails & trailheads15.5 km · ~26 min driveDirections ↗
Osborne Mountain (1,540 m)Summits & peaks

mountain in Lewis County, Washington, United States

17 km · ~130 min driveDirections ↗
Larrupin FallsWaterfalls100.9 km · ~153 min driveDirections ↗
Gobbler's Knob Fire Lookout
Gobbler's Knob Fire LookoutAttractions

The Gobbler's Knob Fire Lookout is a fire lookout tower in the extreme western region of Mount Rainier National Park at an elevation of 5,485 feet (1,672 m). One of four fire lookouts remaining in the park, the lookout is used for visitor services during summer weekends. The building is about 14 feet (4.3 m) by 14 feet (4.3 m), and was designed by the National Park Service Branch of Plans and desi

105.6 km · ~202 min driveDirections ↗

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Good to know

Quick answers to common questions about Big Creek Campground.

How much does it cost to camp at Big Creek Campground?

Big Creek Campground charges a camping fee.

Do I need to book ahead for Big Creek Campground?

Reservations: recommended. You can check availability on the official website.

Can I bring an RV or caravan to Big Creek Campground?

Yes, caravans and RVs are welcome.

Can I pitch a tent at Big Creek Campground?

Yes, tent camping is allowed.

Are campfires allowed at Big Creek Campground?

Yes, campfires are permitted — always check for seasonal fire bans before you go.

Is there drinking water at Big Creek Campground?

Yes, drinking water is available.

Are there toilets at Big Creek Campground?

Yes, toilets are available on site.

Are showers available at Big Creek Campground?

No, showers are not available.

Are there electrical hookups at Big Creek Campground?

No electrical hookups are available.

Is there WiFi at Big Creek Campground?

No, there's no internet access on site.

Are dogs allowed at Big Creek Campground?

Yes, dogs are allowed.

How many sites does Big Creek Campground have?

Big Creek Campground has around 29 pitches.

Who runs Big Creek Campground?

Big Creek Campground is operated by United States Forest Service.

When is Big Creek Campground open?

Big Creek Campground is open May to September.

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