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Big Bar Camping Area

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  • dump station6.9 mi
  • fuel station14 mi

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About

This is a large dispersed camping area along the Snake River in Hells Canyon. There are no formal parking or camping units. The camping area is used by both tent campers and RVs. Few amenities exist. There is one outhouse and informational sign near the entrance. Allison Creek Trailhead is across the Hells Canyon Road with access to Allison Creek Trail (#514).

Around this stay

Nearest surrounding services and recreation within ~25 mi — not on-site amenities.

  • dump station

    Dump station

    6.9 mi
  • fuel station

    Soctty's Hells Canyon Outdoor Supply

    14 mi
  • potable water

    Potable water

    6.9 mi
  • trailhead

    Allison Creek

    < 0.1 mi
  • attraction

    Hells Canyon Overlook

    4.8 mi
  • recreation site

    Boat launch

    0.2 mi

Contact & access

Source and verification

Last verified: 10/5/2026

See the Sources tab for provenance detail.