Big River
Deschutes National Forest
Big River in Oregon takes campsite reservations through Recreation.gov. Popular campgrounds like this often book out months ahead, but sites reopen whenever a camper cancels. Set a free CampSage cancellation alert and we'll email you the moment one frees up.
Big River Campground is located along the Deschutes River south of the town of Sunriver. Large, open group sites offer a perfect setting for family reunions or group gatherings.Big River Campground offers three group sites that accommodate both tent and RV camping and 10 single sites. The sites are equipped with picnic tables, campfire rings with grills and vault toilets. A boat launch is located across the road and
⚡ EV charging nearby
Nearest DC fast charging: 16.8 mi away (straight line).
Distances are straight-line, not driving — the road can be much longer where a river, a lake or a canyon sits in between. From OpenStreetMap — community-mapped, so plug types can lag reality. Verify on your charging network’s app before counting on a charger.
🔭 Planning further ahead?
We watch the next 60 days closely — that's where cancellations show up. recreation.gov takes bookings out to about February 2027, so there may be 2+ night stays past our window.
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💡 Insider tips from campers
❓ Big River FAQ
How do I reserve a campsite at Big River?
Big River in Oregon takes campsite reservations through Recreation.gov. On this page, use the “Book / check availability” button to open the live booking page, see which dates are free, and reserve your site.
How can I get a spot at Big River when it's fully booked?
Popular campgrounds like Big River often fill months ahead, but campers cancel every day and those sites reopen for booking. Add your email to the alert on this page and CampSage will start watching Big River and email you free the moment a cancellation opens up.
Is Big River a good campground?
Big River holds an average rating of 3.5/5 from 54 camper ratings on Recreation.gov. The full star breakdown is shown above.
Where is Big River located?
Big River is located in Deschutes National Forest, Oregon. Tap “Directions” above for driving directions, or see nearby campgrounds lower on this page.
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