Jones Bay Campground

About

Jones Bay Campground sits in a striking desert landscape of bitter antelope brush and sage at the bottom of a ravine that opens into a beautiful bay on Lake Roosevelt. This small 9-site campground appeals to those seeking a more remote, primitive camping experience away from the larger developed areas of the recreation area. The campground is mostly gravel and packed dirt with sparse vegetation along the lake shore. Each site includes a picnic table and fire pit. Vault toilets are available, but there is no potable water, so campers must bring their own drinking water. Trash services are limited; pack it in, pack it out. The campground has no hookups. Jones Bay can be reached by boat via its launch and dock, or by car via a 3-mile sandy, narrow road that may be difficult to locate. Fishing is excellent from the water or shore, with beautiful views up and down the lake. All sites are reservation-only through Recreation.gov; there is no cell service at the campground, so reservations must be made in advance.

Directions

From Spokane, head west on I-90 and take exit 277 for US-2 West toward Davenport. Continue about 55 miles, then turn right onto Sherman Draw Rd N. In 4.3 miles turn left on Sherman Rd E, follow for 2 miles, then turn right onto Jones Bay Rd N. The campground is 3 miles down a sandy narrow road. From Wilbur, head east on NE Main Ave, turn left on NE Brace St, follow 2 miles, turn right onto Sherman Rd E for 1 mile, left onto Hanson Harbor Rd for 7.6 miles, then slight right onto Jones Bay Rd N for 3 miles. Note: There is also a Jones Bay at nearby Steamboat Rock State Park; confirm you are navigating to Lake Roosevelt.