Big Creek (gifford Pinchot National Forest, Wa)

Beautiful experience

Great campground with generous campsites. Perfect for family camping as their are a host of kid-friendly hikes accessible right from the campground.

Such a great spot! We had pretty wet weather so the campground was quiet for our stay. Such an easy drive to get right into the National Park. The host was friendly and attentive and while vault toilets are never glamorous, the handful of toilets here were well tended. There are a lot of trees and undergrowth separating the sites from each other so there was a decent amount of privacy for most sites. This particular site doesn’t have much overhead tree coverage so there won’t be much shade on hot sunny days. The tent pad doesn’t have much wiggle room with a lot of vegetation around it so our large tent was a tight fit.

Great location, minutes from Mt Rainier!

Cozy and rustic. Cute. Near entrance on rainier

Could not find the camp host but didn't need to. Our site was large and private, it's a quiet campground. Would definitely return!

Although the outhouses are somewhat primitive, this is a laid back, quiet campground with lots of privacy between sites, big fir trees and a lovely creek running through it.

Stayed in site 13, and we thought it was perfect. Easy to get in and the campground is mostly shade. Heard lots of wildlife. Spaces were large enough, clean, hosts great. Turns out site 1-6 are right on the river (as in feet away from camping/picnic table). Some cell service and we are only a few minutes away from Ashford which is nice if you need anything. Close to the mountain and would make a great base. Big Creek is right there so lots of exploring options and a very long hiking trail that leads up to some lakes.

I had to think long and hard before submitting this review. It would be so much easier keeping this gem to myself - but no. EVERYONE should experience the glory of Big Creek. Roomy site (fit our massive 9x13' tent without crowding picnic table or firepit). Right on the river, peaceful, and very, very green.

We've camped this site in 06/22 and 07/23. In June, lots of rushing water, not safe for unattended little kids. This July, the water was slower and kids ~8+ could probably play by the shore. Still, worth noting the current is swift, likely year round. In June, the water was so loud at site 6 that it drown out most other sounds. In July, we could hear some periodic highway noise and a rooster trying to wake the world. Still - one of the most peaceful places on earth.

Enjoy!

PS - If the weather is nice, consider a daytrip to Paradise on Mt. Rainier. Its just 23 miles away!

Nice site, unable to talk to camp hosts since they weren't available. Unfortunate since we had questions, but good experience overall. Would not recommend site 1, small and close to the road.