I've been coming to Big Bend Lodge for years, in fact, it has become a solid annual tradition in our family. My husband proposed to me on 'Fraidy Cat Beach and we even got married there (see picture)! The cabins are adorable and the proximity to the river can not be beat! It's the best place I've ever found to just unwind, unbothered by the outside world. The new owners are also long-time visitors who are committed to keeping the Lodge open to the many families who have discovered its tranquil appeal. The setting is beautiful and child-friendly--and the new managers are SO sweet and hospitable (although I sure missed Joan's colorful stories around the nightly campfire!). The rates are very reasonable and intertubes are now provided for FREE. Yay! So come and float in the cool jade waters of the Eel River. Bring delicious things to BBQ. Let your kids catch tadpoles and jump off the rocks. It's so awesome, in this hectic-techy world, to have an escape, a place you can go to reforge your connection to nature. Take a deep breath and relax! You deserve it.

We were so sad to leave Big Bend Lodge today. From intertubing down the Eel River to roasting marshmellows and telling stories around the nightly campfire, this was the perfect escape for my family from our hectic urban life. The facilities were kept up well, clean cabins with pergo floors, small kitchens, and a bedroom off the living space. The new manager John and his family are gracious, warm people, who made certain we had everything we needed. My children did not have a dull moment and would unanimously agree that our time at Big Bend will go down as one of our best family vacations. We look forward to returning next summer.

What a delight...! I am so thrilled we had the chance to spend 3 days at Big Bend Lodge and can't wait to return. The cabins are really comfortable and clean. My kids had a super time between the river, ping pong, basketball, and visiting with the chickens!!!

The Big Bend Lodge is fantastic: mid-century modern vacation. New owners understand the appeal of simple, retro-vacation mindset, as well as mid-century design sensibilities. Kids had a great time, met other kids who had been coming for years, felt like old time summer. Watch this spot.