Kettle River Campground
Open and accepting reservations. All 13 sites are reservation-only through Recreation.gov. No potable water available; bring your own. Limited trash services; pack it in, pack it out. Fires are permitted in designated fire rings except during critical fire danger periods.
Air Quality Alert issued August 10 at 4:33PM PDT by NWS Spokane WA
An Air Quality Alert has been issued by the following agencies: Washington Department of Ecology Colville Confederated Tribes Environmental Protection Agency Spokane Regional Clean Air Agency An Air Quality Alert has been issued for Adams, Asotin, Chelan, Douglas, Ferry, Garfield, Grant, Lincoln, Okanogan, Pend Oreille, Spokane, Stevens, and Whitman Counties until further notice due to current and expected smoke from regional fires. Particulate matter (PM2.5) may reach Very Unhealthy levels for areas directly downwind from active wildfires. Other areas may reach Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups or worse. Intermittent clearing may occur due to windy conditions, but smoke production continues to be significant. When air quality is Unhealthy, everyone should reduce exposure. Limit time outside, avoid strenuous outdoor activity, and follow tips for cleaner indoor air. When air quality is Very Unhealthy, everyone should reduce exposure. Stay inside and filter indoor air to keep it cleaner. Go elsewhere for cleaner air, if needed.
Air Quality Alert issued August 10 at 11:25AM PDT by NWS Spokane WA
An Air Quality Alert has been issued by the following agencies: Washington Department of Ecology Colville Confederated Tribes Environmental Protection Agency Spokane Regional Clean Air Agency An Air Quality Alert has been issued for Adams, Asotin, Chelan, Douglas, Ferry, Garfield, Grant, Lincoln, Okanogan, Pend Oreille, Spokane, Stevens, and Whitman Counties until further notice due to current and expected smoke from regional fires. Critical fire weather this weekend will produce significant smoke from ongoing and emerging fires. Particulate matter (PM2.5) may reach Very Unhealthy levels for areas directly downwind from active wildfires. Other areas may reach Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups or worse. Intermittent clearing may occur due to windy conditions, but smoke production continues to be significant. When air quality is Unhealthy, everyone should reduce exposure. Limit time outside, avoid strenuous outdoor activity, and follow tips for cleaner indoor air. When air quality is Very Unhealthy, everyone should reduce exposure. Stay inside and filter indoor air to keep it cleaner. Go elsewhere for cleaner air, if needed.
About
Kettle River Campground is a peaceful, reservation-only campground situated on the banks of the Kettle River within Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area in northeastern Washington. The 13 sites are shaded by ponderosa pine and Douglas fir trees, with most positioned along the shoreline offering scenic views of the river and surrounding landscape. This campground is typically quiet and rarely fills, making it an ideal retreat for those seeking solitude. The area is renowned for birding, with a variety of waterfowl and raptors including bald eagles regularly seen. Wildlife such as moose, elk, and deer inhabit the surrounding forests. Anglers can access the Kettle River for shoreline fishing, with species including walleye, bass, rainbow trout, salmon, and sturgeon in the broader Lake Roosevelt waters. A courtesy dock is available, though there is no boat launch at this location. Facilities are primitive with vault toilets and fire rings at each site, but no potable water, hookups, or showers. Campers must pack out all trash. The historic St. Paul's Mission is located about 7 miles south in Kettle Falls, and the scenic Sherman Drive loop is nearby.
Directions
From Kettle Falls, drive north on US 395 and cross Lake Roosevelt over Barneys Bridge. Continue north approximately 6 miles past the bridge, then turn right at the Kettle River Campground sign onto Waterview Drive. The campground is 0.4 miles ahead.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $23 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 38ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 38ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (509) 754-7889 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
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