Big River Boat Ramp
Big River Boat Ramp
Big River Boat Ramp provides day-use-only access to the Deschutes River for non-motorized boating, with Class II flatwater extending approximately 6 miles below Sunriver.
The site offers a boat launch facility at no fee, located across the road from Big River Campground, making it convenient for paddlers and anglers launching canoes and kayaks.
Directions from Bend: travel south on Highway 97 for 17 miles, take Vandervert Road exit, then Forest Road 42 for 5 miles.
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Besson Day Use Area Access
Besson Road Access
Big River Campground Access
Century Drive Access
Deschutes National Forest
Deschutes National Forest Access
Deschutes National Forest Access
Deschutes National Forest Access
Fall River Falls Lookout Trailhead access
Fall River Falls Trailhead Access
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