Big Elk Campground
Open year-round on a first-come, first-served basis. Potable water may be turned off during winter months. No advance reservations accepted.
Freeze Watch issued October 29 at 11:14AM PDT until October 31 at 9:00AM PDT by NWS Portland OR
* WHAT...Sub-freezing temperatures of 32 degrees or lower are possible. * WHERE...In Oregon, Clackamas County Cascade Foothills, East Central Willamette Valley, Tualatin Valley, West Central Willamette Valley, and Central Oregon Coast Range Lowlands. In Washington, North Clark County Lowlands. * WHEN...From late Friday night through Saturday morning. * IMPACTS...Frost and freeze conditions could kill crops, other sensitive vegetation and possibly damage unprotected outdoor plumbing. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Frost and freeze headlines are only issued through the growing season of April 1 through October 31. Therefore, frost or freeze headlines will not be issued beginning November 1, even though similar low temperatures are possible. Additionally, frost and freeze headlines will no longer be issued this growing season for the Upper Hood River Valley, southern Willamette Valley, south Washington Cascade Foothills, and north Oregon Coast Range as these locations have already experienced a hard freeze earlier in October.
Alcohol Prohibitions
This Order describes acts that are prohibited upon lands, roads and trails within the National Forest System administered by the Forest Service Pacific Northwest Region in regards to alcoholic beverages.
Restrictions on Use of Forage and Mulch Products
This Order prohibits unloading, storing, or using any straw, hay, grain, seed, or other forage or mulch products that are not state-certified weed free on the National Forest System lands, roads or trails in any Closure Area as specific in the Order. Some examples of these include hay bales, hay…
About
Big Elk Campground is a small, primitive campground nestled in the Siuslaw National Forest near the confluence of Big Elk Creek. The campground features ten standard campsites and one dedicated hiker/biker site, all available on a first-come, first-served basis with no advance reservations. The site is popular with anglers targeting native fish in Big Elk Creek and hikers exploring the surrounding Coast Range forest. Amenities are basic: pit toilets and picnic tables are provided, and potable water is available seasonally but may be turned off during winter months. Uniquely, this campground is operated by the Harlan Community Development Corporation under a special use permit from the Forest Service, rather than by a federal concessionaire. This local stewardship reflects the community's connection to the land. Campers should be prepared to pack out all trash as no garbage service is provided.
Directions
From Highway 20 in Eddyville, Oregon, turn south onto Harlan Road. Continue for approximately 10 miles to reach Big Elk Campground.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $10 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| bigelkcampgroundharlan@gmail.com | |
| Phone | +1 (541) 563-8400 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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