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Recreation Region: Pomeroy Ranger District

Big Springs Campground

Looking for a nice cool break from that summer heat? This campground is the coolest campground in the area during hot summer days. Hunting and hiking opportunities are in a close proximity of Big Springs. There are five trailer and five tent sites, one vault toilet and a few picnic tables available for day use. 

General Information

No fee.

No fee.

Getting There

Latitude / Longitude

Latitude: 46.2298392

Longitude: -117.5442358

Directions

From Pomeroy, Washington (39 minutes): Starting on Main St. in Pomeroy head east out of town on US Highway 12 for 10 miles.  Just before the crest of the Alpowa Summit, turn right onto Sweeney Gulch Road, go for 8.3 miles where the road becomes Washington Highway 128 east for 3 more miles.  Take a slight right onto Forest Service Road 42 (Iron Springs Road ((graveled)) ) for 8.2 miles. Turn right onto Forest Service Road 125 and  the enterence to Big Springs will be on your left.

From Clarkston, Washington (72 minutes):Starting at US Highway 12 (Bridge Street) head out of town west bound  for 20.9 miles. Take a left turn onto (Sweeney Gulch Road)  go for 8.3 miles where the road becomes Washington Highway 128 east for 3 more miles.  Take a slight right onto Forest Service Road 42 (Iron Springs Road ((graveled)) ) for 8.2 miles. Turn right onto Forest Service Road 125 and  the enterence to Big Springs will be on your left.

Parking

Yes

Facility and Amenity Information

Accessibility

Restrooms

Restrooms are available at this site.

Water

Potable water is not available at this site.

Picnic Tables

Picnic tables are available at this site.

Yes

Recreation Opportunities

Last updated May 29th, 2025