Clearwater Big House
Umatilla National Forest — riverside, hiking
Location: POMEROY, WA, WA
Price: From $75 per night
Rating: 4.4 out of 5 (11 reviews)
Season: May through October
Clearwater Big House gives the feel of a winter chalet hideaway, even during the warmest months of the summer. Hiking, horseback riding and scenic drives abound, delighting guests year after year. The Clearwater Lookout Tower is a mile away.
Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.
Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables
Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/clearwater-big-house to be notified when sites open up.
Clearwater Big House offers a secluded chalet-style retreat with hiking, horseback riding, and scenic drives. Reviewers praise the spacious accommodations and peaceful forest setting, with one noting it sleeps 12 across the main house and bunkhouse.
Wildlife alert: American Badger, Snowshoe Hare, White-winged Crossbill, Red-winged Blackbird, Northern Harrier, and California Quail present in the area.
Insider tips for Clearwater Big House: Book early — this is a popular federal campground with only 1 site. The Clearwater Lookout Tower is 1 mile away for scenic views. Bring your own sleeping arrangements or inspect mattresses upon arrival.
Skip Clearwater Big House if: You need hookups — no hookups available.. You require paved road access — 7 miles on Forest Service Road 40 required from pavement end.. You visit outside May-October — seasonal operations only..
Best time to visit Clearwater Big House: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October per verified booking window.. Winter — Reviewers report snowshoeing and skiing access; chalet design suits cold months despite seasonal closure listing..
Nearby campgrounds: Clearwater Lookout Cabin (POMEROY, WA), Tucannon Guard Station (Pomeroy, WA), Wenatchee Guard Station (POMEROY, WA), Godman Guard Station (POMEROY, WA).
Cell Phone Coverage at Clearwater Big House
Cell signal at Clearwater Big House (POMEROY, WA): none overall signal based on FCC broadband data.
Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.
Clearwater Big House gives the feel of a winter chalet hideaway, even during the warmest months of the summer. Hiking, horseback riding and scenic drives abound, delighting guests year after year. The Clearwater Lookout Tower is a mile away.
Verified facts
RIDB / Recreation.gov official databaseAmenities
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Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook early
this is a popular federal campground with only 1 site.
The Clearwater Lookout Tower is 1 mile away for scenic views.
Bring your own sleeping arrangements or inspect mattresses upon arrival.
Campground operates seasonally May through October per verified booking window.
Reviewers report snowshoeing and skiing access; chalet design suits cold months despite seasonal closure listing.
Things to do nearby
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FCC BDC · quarterly datasetFCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.
Wildlife nearby
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Getting there →
From Pomeroy, Washington (35 minutes): Take 15th Street south for approximately 17 miles until the paved road ends. Continue on Forest Service Road 40 for 7 miles to Clearwater Junction (where the fire lookout is located). Turn left onto Forest Service Road 42 for 0.25 mile, and then turn right into the Clearwater Guard Station area. The rental cabin is the two-story building. Automobile access to this site runs from approximately mid June through the end of October, depending on weather conditi
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#community · posts, photos & Q&A · AI-moderated (Claude Vision)Pro tips
- Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Umatilla National Forest fills fast in peak season.
- Check current road conditions at Umatilla National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.
- Bear country — store all food in bear boxes or locked vehicle at all times.
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