North Gorge Campground
North Gorge is a small, but popular, campground at the northeast edge of the park. A few sites are large enough for an RV, but most are built for tent camping. The campground is set in a grove of pines on the edge of the lake. A boat launch and dock are on the north or right side of the main loop. In the summer, North Gorge is busy on the weekends.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 6 |
| Walk-in | 5 |
Site guide
11 sites in 2 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Water / sewer | Waterfront | People / vehicles | Fires | Accessible |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | 1 | Standard | Back-in | 40 | Paved | Partial | No / No | Riverfront | 10 / 2 | Yes | Yes |
| 02 | 1 | Standard | Back-in | 20 | Paved | Partial | No / No | Riverfront | 10 / 2 | Yes | |
| 03 | 1 | Standard | Back-in | 18 | Paved | Partial | No / No | Riverfront | 10 / 2 | Yes | |
| 04 | 1 | Walk-in | Paved | Partial | No / No | 10 / – | Yes | ||||
| 05 | 1 | Standard | Back-in | 26 | Paved | Partial | No / No | Riverfront | 10 / 2 | Yes | |
| 06 | 1 | Standard | Back-in | 36 | Paved | Partial | No / No | Riverfront | 10 / 2 | Yes | |
| 07 | 1 | Standard | Back-in | 26 | Paved | Partial | No / No | Riverfront | 10 / 2 | Yes | |
| 08 | 2 | Walk-in | Paved | Partial | No / No | Riverfront | 10 / 1 | Yes | |||
| 09 | 2 | Walk-in | Paved | Partial | No / No | Riverfront | 10 / 1 | Yes | |||
| 10 | 2 | Walk-in | Paved | Partial | No / No | Riverfront | 10 / 1 | Yes |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 01:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Max vehicle length | 40 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Fees | This is a reservation only campground at $23/night. Site must be reserved through recreation.gov. No first come sites available. Dump Station one time fee of $10 per reservation paid at pay.gov/public/form/start/1575878640. Weekly Boat Launch Fee $10/seven consecutive days. |
| Accessibility | Site 01 is listed accessible |
North Gorge is a reservation only campground with 11 sites. It can be reserved year round. However, the sites are not plowed in the winter time. There are picnic tables and campfire rings.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Weather by month
Getting there
Take Washington state Highway 395 north from Spokane. Travel 70.3 miles to the town of Kettle Falls, take Highway 25 north and travel 17.3 miles. Follow signs to the campground. It is on the west side of the highway.
| Nearest town | Davenport, Washington |
| Coordinates | 48.7858° N, 118.0009° W · Directions ↗ |
Charges and cancellations
Cancellations for a one-night reservation will forfeit the entire amount paid and will not be subject to an additional service fee.
Fire nearby
- Prescribed3R Rx - Coyote
18 mi from the campground · 841 acres
- PrescribedSl Rx - Ione
25 mi from the campground
- PrescribedLpr Rx - Paulke
26 mi from the campground · 331 acres
- PrescribedRep Rx - Walker 50
28 mi from the campground · 313 acres
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| Outdoor gear | Boulder Creek Saddle Shop ↗ | 12.3 mi |
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 26.7 mi |
Locations © OpenStreetMap contributors. Call ahead; hours change seasonally.
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Public land it sits in
This campground sits inside Colville National Forest.
- inColville National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 1,752,994 acres
Each unit is published as a centre point and an acreage rather than a boundary, so this section stands it in for a circle of the same area. Whether a campground is inside, and how far it is from one it is outside, are both approximate.
Other campgrounds nearby
On the National Register nearby
- Barstow BridgeStructure · Kettle Falls · 5.7 mi
- Orient BridgeStructure · Orient · 10.6 mi
- St. Paul's MissionBuilding · Kettle Falls · 12 mi
Natural features
Lake side campground in a beautiful pine forest.
Recreation
The small boat launch provides access to the lake. Boating, fishing, swimming and water skiing are activities that can easily take place from the campground. Campers might also enjoy relaxing and taking in the beautiful view.
Nearby
The historic St. Paul's Mission, which is run by the National Park Service, is located about 18.8 south of the campground in the town of Kettle Falls. Also in the area are Fort Colville and the Hudson Bay Company Post on the Upper Columbia. St. Paul's Mission. Sherman drive, a scenic loop, is nearby.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at North Gorge Campground?
Sites at North Gorge Campground are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at North Gorge Campground?
This is a reservation only campground at $23/night. Site must be reserved through recreation.gov. No first come sites available.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at North Gorge Campground?
Check-in 01:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does North Gorge Campground have?
11 sites, including 6 standard sites without power and 5 walk-in sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at North Gorge Campground?
The longest site here provides 40 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Are pets allowed at North Gorge Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at North Gorge Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at North Gorge Campground?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. As of 2026-10-16, there are 4 active fires within 50 miles, so check current restrictions before you light one.
Source: Fire nearby
Are there accessible sites at North Gorge Campground?
Site 01 is listed accessible on Recreation.gov. What that covers (a paved pad, an accessible table, a nearby accessible restroom) is on each site's booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What is there to do at North Gorge Campground?
The small boat launch provides access to the lake. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to North Gorge Campground?
Davenport, Washington. The historic St.
Source: Getting there
What if North Gorge Campground is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Snag Cove Campground (4.5 mi), Evans Campground (6.1 mi), and Evans Group Camp (7.8 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby
Which national park is North Gorge Campground in?
North Gorge Campground is a Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area campground. Entrance fees, alerts, and hours are on Park Atlas.