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VerifiedAugust 20, 2023 Stayed at: 006, Loop: BIG RIVER
Beautiful spot. Easy in. Easy out. Make sure to stop by local market (eg. Safeway) for certified wood
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113 reviews
Big River offers spacious, well-maintained campsites with beautiful river access, making it a great choice for families and those seeking tranquility. Reviews highlight the cleanliness of facilities, friendly staff, and enjoyable amenities, with many campers expressing a desire to return. While some sites experienced issues with noise, privacy, and accessibility, these concerns were often outweighed by the overall positive camping experience.
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August 20, 2023 Stayed at: 006, Loop: BIG RIVER
Beautiful spot. Easy in. Easy out. Make sure to stop by local market (eg. Safeway) for certified wood
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July 28, 2023 Stayed at: 009, Loop: BIG RIVER
It’s a beautiful riverside campground, very serene, with a clean pit toilet, and a nice picnic table.
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July 28, 2023 Stayed at: 009, Loop: BIG RIVER
It’s a beautiful riverside campground, very serene, with a clean pit toilet, and a nice picnic table.
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July 8, 2023 Stayed at: 008, Loop: BIG RIVER
USFS CGs have gone downhill since turning them over to concessionaires. There is no maintenance, the Road is full of monster chuck holes, tree limbs hang too low, and the dumpsters are over flowing. So sad as Big River is a beautiful spot.
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July 8, 2023 Stayed at: 008, Loop: BIG RIVER
USFS CGs have gone downhill since turning them over to concessionaires. There is no maintenance, the Road is full of monster chuck holes, tree limbs hang too low, and the dumpsters are over flowing. So sad as Big River is a beautiful spot.
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July 5, 2023 Stayed at: 003, Loop: BIG RIVER
Overall a nice campground. The only drawback is the road it is on is fairly busy.
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July 5, 2023 Stayed at: 003, Loop: BIG RIVER
Overall a nice campground. The only drawback is the road it is on is fairly busy.
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June 25, 2023 Stayed at: 009, Loop: BIG RIVER
Very nice campground. Beautiful. Clean restrooms. Love this place.
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June 25, 2023 Stayed at: 009, Loop: BIG RIVER
Very nice campground. Beautiful. Clean restrooms. Love this place.
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June 20, 2023 Stayed at: 009, Loop: BIG RIVER
Peaceful and beautiful. There were lots of mosquitoes in the evening but they were to be expected during this time. Campers were great and respectful. Felt safe! ❤️
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63095 Deschutes Market Road, Bend, OR 97701 United States
Elevation: 1,274 ft
From Bend travel south on Hwy. 97 for about 17 mi, then make a right onto Vandervert Road. Make a left onto S. Century Dr. then another right to stay on S Century Dr. Follow S Century Dr. / NF-4205, then make a right onto Bonanza Lane, and another...
From Bend travel south on Hwy. 97 for about 17 mi, then make a right onto Vandervert Road. Make a left onto S. Century Dr. then another right to stay on S Century Dr. Follow S Century Dr. / NF-4205, then make a right onto Bonanza Lane, and another right to stay on Bonanza which will lead you into the campground.
Big River is accessed via Hwy. 97, which is approximately 17 miles north of the campground, providing major road connectivity.
Last updated: October 21, 2026