Big Springs Cg
Open seasonally, first-come first-served with no fee. Access is via gravel forest roads that may be impassable in winter due to snow. 14-day camping limit within any 30-day period.
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.
Aquatic Invasive Species
This Order prohibits 1) possessing, storing, or transporting any aquatic invasive animal species AND 2) prohibits possessing, storing, or transporting any aquatic or riparian invasive plant species - on National Forest System lands in the Pacific Northwest Region as specified in the Order.
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 Springs Campground sits in the Umatilla National Forest on the Washington side, offering a refreshing escape during hot summer months. The primitive campground provides 10 sites split evenly between tent and trailer camping, each with a fire ring and picnic table. A single vault toilet serves the campground, but campers must bring their own water as no potable water is available. The campground is accessed via Forest Service Road 42 (Iron Springs Road, graveled) and FSR 125, approximately 39 minutes from Pomeroy or 72 minutes from Clarkston. Hunting and day hiking opportunities are available in the surrounding forest. The site is free with no reservations required, operating on a first-come, first-served basis with a 14-day camping limit within any 30-day period.
Directions
From Pomeroy, WA: Head east on US Highway 12 for 10 miles. Just before Alpowa Summit, turn right onto Sweeney Gulch Road for 8.3 miles where it becomes WA Highway 128 east. Continue 3 miles, then turn right onto Forest Service Road 42 (Iron Springs Road, graveled) for 8.2 miles. Turn right onto FSR 125; campground entrance is on the left.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $0 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (541) 278-3716 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| USFS Big Springs Campground Page | |
| Umatilla NF Alerts |
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