Big Eddy Campground

Big Eddy Campground sits along the Nehalem River in Columbia County, 45 miles north of Portland. The beautifully forested Big Eddy Park makes a tranquil setting for campers. Within the park are a small boat launch, an open grassy area for games and play, a volleyball court, a children's playground, horseshoe rings, and a pet area. The nearby Banks-Veronia State Trail is a paved, 8-foot-wide hiking and bicycle trail that extends for 21 miles. A gravel horse trail parallels the paved bike trail.

Big Eddy Campground has 35 campsites with 14 RV full hook-up sites. Tent sites have water and electricity available. Five hiker/bicyclist sites are available. Restrooms have flush toilets and showers. Mature trees offer generous shade for campers. The campground is open year-round.

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Big Eddy Campground Basics
Big Eddy Campground Location:	64555 Nehalem Hwy N Vernonia, OR
Elevation:	524 feet
Nearby Gateway Cities:	Vernonia - 13 miles Portland - 45 miles Cannon Beach - 61 miles
Number of Sites:	35
Open - Closed:	Open year-round
Max. People per single site:	8 (including children and pets)
Vehicles per single site:	Full hook-up sites 1 RV and 1 tow vehicles Tent sites 1 tent and 1 vehicle Each additional vehicle or tent $7 per night
Pets:	On leash, always attended
Operated by:	Columbia County Parks, Forests, and Recreation
Campground Information:	(503) 397-2353

Big Eddy Campground Reservations
¹Prices subject to change.
Reservations Available	Reservations can be made up to 365 days in advance of the arrival date.
Maximum vehicle length:	Up to 44 feet at some sites (check reservations website)
Maximum length of stay:	7 nights in any 10-day period
Wheelchair accessible sites:	None designated
Fees:¹	Full hook-up sites $33 ($31 November - April) RV or tent sites with water and electricity $30 ($28) Hiker/bicyclist site $10 per night - 1 person No hookups $23 ($20)
Campground Reservations:	Big Eddy Campground Reservations
Campground Map:	Big Eddy Campground Map
Check-in, check-out:	Check-in 2:00 PM Check-out 12:00 PM

Big Eddy Campground Amenities
Campsites:	Picnic table, campfire ring
Campground:	Flush toilets, piped water, river access, play areas
Showers:	Yes
Dump station:	No
Attractions near Big Eddy Campground:	Hike or cycle on the Banks-Vernonia State Trail. Enjoy fishing, catching crawdads, and birding. Dark night skies make for great stargazing. Shop Amazon for Trout Fishing Best Sellers

Key Big Eddy Campground Regulations

Campfires may only be lit in provided fire rings.
Help prevent the spread of invasive species by obtaining firewood locally.
Quiet Hours extend from 10:00 PM to 7:00 AM.
Dogs must be kept on leash and attended at all times.
No person within a park area shall possess any loaded firearm or discharge any firearm, pellet gun, bow and arrow, slingshot, or other weapons.

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Big Eddy Campground

Greater Big Eddy Park Area
Attractions and Activities

Visit the Jewell Meadows Wildlife Area.
Hike or cycle on the Banks-Vernonia State Trail.
Enjoy Vernonia Lake City Park.
Hike or ride on the 23-mile Crown Zellerbach Trail. A trailhead is near Vernonia.
Play a round of golf at the Vernonia Golf Course or at the popular Pumpkin Ridge Golf Club.
Spend a day hiking and exploring L. L. Stub Stewart State Park.
Watch for beavers and otters as you explore Killin Wetlands Nature Park.

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