Browns Lake Campground
The campground opens for overnight camping on May 22, 2026. Currently open for day use only. Season runs through October 31. Check-in 2:00 p.m., check-out 12:00 p.m. Maximum 14-day stay.
Alcohol Prohibitions
This Order describes acts that are prohibited upon lands, roads and trails within the National Forest System administered by the Forest Service Pacific Northwest Region in regards to alcoholic beverages.
Aquatic Invasive Species
This Order prohibits 1) possessing, storing, or transporting any aquatic invasive animal species AND 2) prohibits possessing, storing, or transporting any aquatic or riparian invasive plant species - on National Forest System lands in the Pacific Northwest Region as specified in the Order.
Restrictions on Use of Forage and Mulch Products
This Order prohibits unloading, storing, or using any straw, hay, grain, seed, or other forage or mulch products that are not state-certified weed free on the National Forest System lands, roads or trails in any Closure Area as specific in the Order. Some examples of these include hay bales, hay…
Fireworks and Explosives are always Prohibited
Fireworks and explosives (including explosive targets) are always prohibited on national forest lands. The prohibition of fireworks and exploding targets on national forest system lands is part of a set of permanent fire safety regulations in the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), listed below.…
Food Storage Order
The goal of this special order is to minimize the potential for bears and other wildlife to access human foods. Animals that have repeatedly obtained unsecured human foods can learn to associate the presence of humans with a food reward and begin to lose their natural fear of man. This can lead to…
Tacoma Creek Spur Road Closure
For public safety and resource protection forest road closures are in place in the Tacoma Creek Fire area.
Occupancy and Use / Camping Restrictions Order
Camping is prohibited for more than 14 consecutive days in one location and more than 28 calendar days annually within the Colville National Forest.
Aquatic Invasive Species Order
This order prohibits possessing, storing, or transporting any aquatic invasive animal species on the national Forest System lands in the Pacific Northwest Region.
About
Browns Lake Campground sits adjacent to Browns Lake, an 88-acre, 23-foot-deep high-elevation lake surrounded by forested mountains in the Newport-Sullivan Lake Ranger District of Colville National Forest. The 18 campsites each feature a picnic table and fire ring, with vault toilets available throughout the campground. A historical cabin believed to have been built by the Civilian Conservation Corps is located within the campground. No potable water is available; campers must filter or treat water from the lake. The lake is managed for a quality fishing experience with fly-fishing-only regulations and a prohibition on motorized boats. A primitive boat launch and beach area provides swimming access and a starting point for paddling. Browns Lake Trail #320 begins near the boat ramp, offering hiking opportunities into the surrounding forest. The campground underwent significant reconstruction following a 2020 windstorm, reopening with new parking spurs, ADA-compliant picnic tables, replacement fire rings, and new vault toilets. The Kalispel Tribe of Indians collaborated with the Forest Service on this restoration effort.
Directions
From Newport, WA: Follow State Highway 20 north for 15 miles to Usk. Cross the bridge over the Pend Oreille River on the east edge of town and follow Kings Lake Road (County Road 3389) 4 miles to the junction of Forest Road 5030000 (Browns Lake). Travel north on FR 5030000 for 4 miles to the campground entrance.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $29 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (509) 447-7300 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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