About Big Pool
Overview Big Pool is a small, shady, group site campground situated between Forest Service Road 18 and Fall Creek. Expect heavy use during summer weekends. Contact Info For facility specific information, please call (801) 226-3564.
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Big Pool
Idanha, Oregon · Linn County · Campground
Overview Big Pool is a small, shady, group site campground situated between Forest Service Road 18 and Fall Creek. Expect heavy use during summer weekends. Contact Info For facility specific information, please call (801) 226-3564.
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Weather at Big Pool
Live forecast for the park. Plan your visit accordingly.
Today
Overcast
52°/35°
🌬 8mph
↑ 5:27 AM ↓ 8:43 PM
Sun
Overcast
58°/35°
🌬 8mph
↑ 5:26 AM ↓ 8:44 PM
Mon
Clear
69°/41°
🌬 13mph
↑ 5:26 AM ↓ 8:45 PM
Tue
Overcast
81°/46°
💧 1%🌬 10mph
↑ 5:25 AM ↓ 8:46 PM
Wed
Overcast
62°/42°
💧 10%🌬 12mph
↑ 5:25 AM ↓ 8:47 PM
Forecast data © Open-Meteo. Refreshed every 6 hours. Always check the most recent forecast before heading out.
What to Pack for Your Stay
Tuned to the live forecast for this park.
👔 What to Wear
- Long-sleeve shirtSynthetic or merino, sun-protective.
- Light shell or windbreakerEven on warm days, wind can chill (avg wind 8 mph).
- Hiking pants or convertibleLayer for variable conditions.
- Trail runners or low bootsComfortable, broken in.
🎒 What to Pack
- WaterBring at least 1L of water; more in heat.
- High-energy snacksA snack for the trail.
- Sun protection (UV 8)SPF 50+ sunscreen, lip balm w/ SPF, sunglasses, sun hat.
- First-aid kitBlister patches, ibuprofen, tape, antiseptic wipes.
- Offline mapDownload your route in advance via Gaia, Caltopo, or OSM-based apps.
Recommendations adapt to the current forecast + trail stats. Use them as a starting point — local conditions, your experience, and the time of day you start all matter.
Plan Your Visit to Big Pool
Heading to Big Pool? A few things to know before you go:
- Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
- Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
- Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
- Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
- Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go
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