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38 total sitesAbout Big Pines
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
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Water Access
- River Access
Pets and Policies
- Pet friendly
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Reviews (289)
What Guests Are Saying
Big Pines offers a beautiful and well-maintained campground with excellent river access, making it ideal for activities like fishing and river floating. Many reviewers praised the cleanliness of the facilities and the friendly staff, highlighting the large, level sites despite some concerns about noise and shade. While there were occasional issues like overflowing dumpsters and rowdy neighbors, the overall experience remains positive, encouraging repeat visits.
What Guests Are Saying
Big Pines offers a beautiful and well-maintained campground with excellent river access, making it ideal for activities like fishing and river floating. Many reviewers praised the cleanliness of the facilities and the friendly staff, highlighting the large, level sites despite some concerns about noise and shade. While there were occasional issues like overflowing dumpsters and rowdy neighbors, the overall experience remains positive, encouraging repeat visits.
Review Summary
Timothy W
October 6, 2022
Perfect spot to hang out with 5 friends for 4 days of fishing and friendship.
Timothy W
October 6, 2022
Perfect spot to hang out with 5 friends for 4 days of fishing and friendship.
Darrell G
VerifiedOctober 7, 2022 • Stayed at: 02, Loop: Big Pines
Beautiful location with lots to explore. The canyon never disappoints.
Darrell G
VerifiedOctober 7, 2022 • Stayed at: 02, Loop: Big Pines
Beautiful location with lots to explore. The canyon never disappoints.
Dave W
May 19, 2023
Nice spot, but be prepared for train noise!
Dave W
May 19, 2023
Nice spot, but be prepared for train noise!
Jennifer H
May 22, 2023
The site was nice with direct access to the water. Despite some early morning noise disturbance from a couple passing through, the rest of our stay was nice and enjoyable.
Jennifer H
May 22, 2023
The site was nice with direct access to the water. Despite some early morning noise disturbance from a couple passing through, the rest of our stay was nice and enjoyable.
Ryan P
VerifiedMay 27, 2023 • Stayed at: 02, Loop: Big Pines
Nice spot by the river. Mild noise from the train and highway but overall it’s pleasant. Close to Yakima.
Ryan P
VerifiedMay 27, 2023 • Stayed at: 02, Loop: Big Pines
Nice spot by the river. Mild noise from the train and highway but overall it’s pleasant. Close to Yakima.
Location & Directions for Big Pines
Blm Wenatchee Field Office, Wenatchee, WA 98801 United States
Elevation: 397 ft
Getting There
<p>From Seattle, take I-90 east to Ellensburg Exit 109 (Highway 821 Canyon Road). At the traffic circle, take the second exit onto South Canyon Road. Stay on the road, which will take you south through the Yakima River Canyon. Big Pines campground...
From Seattle, take I-90 east to Ellensburg Exit 109 (Highway 821 Canyon Road). At the traffic circle, take the second exit onto South Canyon Road. Stay on the road, which will take you south through the Yakima River Canyon. Big Pines campground is located at milepost 9 on the Canyon Road.
Highway access
Big Pines campground is accessible via I-90, with the nearest exit being Ellensburg Exit 109, which connects to Highway 821 (Canyon Road). Canyon Road directly leads to the campground, located at milepost 9.
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Last updated: October 20, 2026