Big Creek (Gifford Pinchot National Forest, WA) Near

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About Big Creek (Gifford Pinchot National Forest, WA)

Situated in the vicinity of majestic Mount Rainier, Big Creek is a family campground nestled among Douglas firs, hemlock, alders and maples. The lush vegetation offers plenty of privacy between sites. The sites at Big Creek form a loop, with only a handful of sites sitting along the banks of Big Creek. Open from mid-May through late September, Big Creek provides an alternative to the campgrounds at Mount Rainier National Park, which can get very crowded during the summer.

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🚐 001, Loop: AREA BIG CREEK RV

Pet Friendly · Gravel · Back-in Site

🚐 002, Loop: AREA BIG CREEK RV

Pet Friendly · Gravel · Back-in Site

🚐 006, Loop: AREA BIG CREEK RV

Pet Friendly · Gravel · Back-in Site

🚐 007, Loop: AREA BIG CREEK RV

Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In

🚐 009, Loop: AREA BIG CREEK RV

Pet Friendly · Gravel · Pull-through

🚐 011, Loop: AREA BIG CREEK RV

Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In

🚐 012, Loop: AREA BIG CREEK RV

Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In

🚐 013, Loop: AREA BIG CREEK RV

Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In

🚐 014, Loop: AREA BIG CREEK RV

Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In

🚐 015, Loop: AREA BIG CREEK RV

Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In

🚐 018, Loop: AREA BIG CREEK RV

Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In

🚐 019, Loop: AREA BIG CREEK RV

Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In

🚐 020, Loop: AREA BIG CREEK RV

Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In

🚐 021, Loop: AREA BIG CREEK RV

Pet Friendly · Gravel · Pull-through

🚐 024, Loop: AREA BIG CREEK RV

Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In

🚐 025, Loop: AREA BIG CREEK RV

Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In

🚐 026, Loop: AREA BIG CREEK RV

Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In

🚐 027, Loop: AREA BIG CREEK RV

Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In

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🚐 001, Loop: AREA BIG CREEK RV

Pet Friendly · Gravel · Back-in Site

🚐 002, Loop: AREA BIG CREEK RV

Pet Friendly · Gravel · Back-in Site

🚐 006, Loop: AREA BIG CREEK RV

Pet Friendly · Gravel · Back-in Site

🚐 007, Loop: AREA BIG CREEK RV

Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In

🚐 009, Loop: AREA BIG CREEK RV

Pet Friendly · Gravel · Pull-through

🚐 011, Loop: AREA BIG CREEK RV

Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In

🚐 012, Loop: AREA BIG CREEK RV

Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In

🚐 013, Loop: AREA BIG CREEK RV

Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In

🚐 014, Loop: AREA BIG CREEK RV

Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In

🚐 015, Loop: AREA BIG CREEK RV

Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In

🚐 018, Loop: AREA BIG CREEK RV

Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In

🚐 019, Loop: AREA BIG CREEK RV

Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In

🚐 020, Loop: AREA BIG CREEK RV

Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In

🚐 021, Loop: AREA BIG CREEK RV

Pet Friendly · Gravel · Pull-through

🚐 024, Loop: AREA BIG CREEK RV

Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In

🚐 025, Loop: AREA BIG CREEK RV

Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In

🚐 026, Loop: AREA BIG CREEK RV

Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In

🚐 027, Loop: AREA BIG CREEK RV

Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In

Reviews (142)

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What Guests Are Saying

Big Creek Campground offers a delightful experience with friendly hosts, clean facilities, and a peaceful, remote atmosphere close to Mount Rainier National Park. Campsites are well-maintained and spaced for privacy, featuring clean pit toilets and running water. Many guests appreciated the campground's beautiful natural setting, making it an ideal base for hiking and enjoying the surrounding landscape.

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4.6

142 reviews

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Garrett T

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September 27, 2026 • Stayed at: 018, Loop: AREA BIG CREEK

Great small campground right by Mt.Rainer

Christopher C

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September 30, 2026 • Stayed at: 006, Loop: AREA BIG CREEK

Great site along the river, however it rained and the only spot for our tent was in a puddle the next morning after a night of heavier than expected rain. Many of the neighboring sites were FCFS, but didn't have any visitors even on a Saturday night. Heard some crazy owls in the middle of the night, sounded like they were hanging out 20 ft from our tent. Great smaller quiet campground, would return!

Location & Directions for Big Creek (Gifford Pinchot National Forest, WA)

, Ashford, WA 98304 United States

Elevation: 552 ft

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Getting There

From Ashford, WA, take Forest Road 52 approximately 5 mi to the campground.

Nearest town

Ashford, WA - 4.4 mi

About 7 min to downtown

Highway access

Big Creek is accessible via State Route 706, which connects to US Highway 12 approximately 18 miles to the east. The nearest major road is State Route 7, located about 25 miles to the west.

Near Mount Rainier National Park

The closest entrance is: Nisqually Entrance

Approximate drive: 3.1 mi · 5 min

Policies & Rules

Arrival & departure

Check in time

2PM

Check out time

12PM

General

No ATVS or OHVS in campground Click here for more information about Gifford Pinchot National Forest Don't Move Firewood: Please protect Pacific Northwest forests by preventing the spread of invasive species. Firewood can carry insects and diseases that can threaten the health of our western forests. You can make a difference by obtaining and burning your firewood near your camping destination. Visit Dontmovefirewood.org for further information.
The campground requires vehicles to have a relatively tight turning radius. Big Creek can accommodate tents, trailers and RVs, with a maximum vehicle length of 22 feet. Some parking spurs are paved; others are native moss and dirt. Some sites have rocks or heavy vegetation, which may make it difficult to pitch a tent.
Camping fee covers the first two vehicles (2 cars or RV/Trailer and tow vehicle). Extra vehicle fee of $8.00 is charged for the third vehicle.
Firewood is available for sale at host site for $10.00/bundle.
Please do not park your vehicle within the 100' well exclusion area as signed. Thank you your cooperation is appreciated!