Big Pines Campground offers the largest BLM recreation site in the Yakima River Canyon with a concrete boat launch for non-motorized watercraft, approximately 40 campsites (including walk-in tent sites and group sites), picnic tables, fire rings, and vault toilets.

Located at milepost 9 on Canyon Road between Ellensburg and Yakima, it serves as an excellent base for fishing, kayaking, and floating the river, though note that there is no potable water, hookups, or shade at most tent sites.

The site charges $15 per night year-round and accepts reservations through recreation. gov during peak season (May 1-September 15).