Ferry Lake Campground
The campground is currently closed for the season. It reopens May 17, 2026 and operates through October 28. Sites are first-come, first-served with no advance reservations. No potable water is available.
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
Ferry Lake Campground sits tucked away in the Republic Ranger District of Colville National Forest, accessible via Forest Roads off Highway 21. The nine first-come, first-served campsites are spread along the lakeshore, offering a mix of tent-friendly spots and sites suitable for smaller RVs and trailers. Large RVs are not recommended due to the limited turnaround space at the end of the campground road. The lake itself is the main draw. Internal combustion engines are banned, so the only sounds are paddles, loons, and ducks. The lake is regularly stocked with catchable-size rainbow trout, with late spring through early summer being prime fishing season. Two-pole fishing is allowed, but lead weights and jigs measuring 1.5 inches or less are prohibited to protect breeding loons. Amenities are minimal: two vault toilets, a boat launch for small watercraft, and bear-proof food storage containers at sites. There is no potable water, so bring your own. Swan Lake and Fish Lake are within 3 miles for day-trip fishing. The nearest supplies are in Republic, about 14 miles away.
Directions
From Republic, WA, take Highway 21 south 6.8 miles to Scatter Creek Road (Forest Road 53). Turn right onto Scatter Creek Road and continue for 6 miles. Turn right onto Forest Road 5330 and travel 0.5 miles. Turn right onto Forest Road 5330-100 and travel 0.75 miles. Ferry Lake Campground will be on your left.
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 | $10 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (509) 775-7400 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| USFS Ferry Lake Campground | |
| Colville NF Alerts |
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