Topographic map around Big Creek Campground
National Forest ~2 hr 45 min from Seattle

Big Creek Campground

Open, first-come Olympic National Forest campground near Lake Cushman with 64 units, a one-mile creek loop trail, and access toward Staircase.

RV Sites
64
reported RV sites
Max Length
Not confirmed
Check limits by site
Hookups
None
dry camping
Surface
Gravel
site surface
Dump Station
Not available
Plan a separate dump stop
Reservation
FCFS
Availability varies
Why Visit

Big Creek Campground

Big Creek Campground has 64 first-come camp units in second-growth forest near Hoodsport. The Forest Service says the campground accepts tents, trailers, and RVs but its current web listing does not publish one campground-wide maximum length. Potable water and accessible vault toilets are available, and the one-mile Big Creek Campground Loop begins on site. Confirm your rig's fit and check the Forest Service page for current status before driving up Forest Road 24.

North Lake Cushman Road / Forest Road 24, Hoodsport, WA 98548
~2 hr 45 min from Seattle · 105.5 mi
Online reservation · First-come, first-served
Check the operator for camping and day-use fees
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Campground Specs

Details that matter for your rig

Maneuverability
Reported easy
Road and pad conditions vary by site
Cell Coverage
Reported spotty
Coverage varies by carrier
Generators
Restricted
Designated hours only
Site Surface
Gravel
Check conditions at check-in
Dump Station
Not available
Plan a separate dump stop
Hookups
None
Bring full tanks
Things to Do

Activities at Big Creek Campground

🥾 Hiking 🎣 Fishing 🏊 Swimming 🚣 Kayaking 🏖️ Beach ⛵ Boating 🛝 Playground

On-site & nearby activities

  • Big Creek Waterfall Loop hike (1.5 mi easy)
  • Lake Cushman swimming and boating (nearby)
  • Olympic NP Staircase campground and trails (5 mi)
  • Fishing in Big Creek and Lake Cushman
  • Old-growth forest exploration
  • Wildlife watching (black bear, deer, osprey)
National Forest

Explore the surrounding area

Big Creek Campground lies in second-growth forest near Lake Cushman in Olympic National Forest. The one-mile Big Creek Campground Trail loops around the campground and crosses Big Creek twice; a longer upper loop climbs through the surrounding basin. Lake Cushman and the Staircase area of Olympic National Park are nearby by road.

Facilities

What's on-site

🚻
Toilets
Vaulted toilets
🚿
Showers
Not available
💧
Drinking Water
Available
🔥
Fire Pits
Listed as available
Vault toilets and drinking water are available, but no showers on site. Fire pits are listed as available; check current fire restrictions with the operator.
Insider Knowledge

Site recommendations from the field

Practical guidance assembled from current operator maps, park pages, and clearly identified community observations.

🗺️

All 64 units are first-come, first-served. The current Forest Service listing accepts tents, trailers, and RVs but does not publish one campground-wide RV length, so confirm your rig's fit with the Hood Canal Ranger District. Use North Lake Cushman Road and Forest Road 24; save directions before leaving Hoodsport because service can be limited.

Logistics

Nearest services

📍 Nearest TownHoodsport, WA
⛽ Gas Station10 mi
🛒 Grocery Store10 mi
🏪 Costco45 mi
☕ Starbucks10 mi
🏕️ Nearest State Park16 mi

Stock up in Hoodsport, WA before heading out — services get limited near the campground.

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Ready to book?

Plan your visit to Big Creek Campground

First-come, first-served. Confirm current rules, site dimensions, and conditions with the operator. Booking and availability are handled externally.

Camping rules
Information sourced from official park agencies and publicly available data. Conditions, fees, and availability change — verify details directly with the campground before your visit.