Kettle River Campground
Kettle River is a shady campground on the banks of the Kettle River. Most of the sites are on the shoreline and have beautiful views of the Kettle River and surrounding landscape. Kettle River does not have a boat launch but does have a courtesy dock. This campground is a great place for birding, with a variety of waterfowl and raptors seen in the area. Kettle River Campground is typically quiet and doesn’t often fill.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 13 |
Site guide
13 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Water / sewer | Waterfront | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Back-in | 32 | Paved | Partial | No / No | Riverfront | 10 / 2 | Yes |
| 2 | Pull-through | 28 | Paved | Partial | No / No | Riverfront | 10 / 2 | Yes |
| 3 | Back-in | 36 | Paved | Partial | No / No | Riverfront | 10 / 2 | Yes |
| 4 | Back-in | 27 | Paved | Partial | No / No | Riverfront | 10 / 2 | Yes |
| 5 | Back-in | 28 | Paved | Partial | No / No | Riverfront | 10 / 2 | Yes |
| 6 | Back-in | 21 | Paved | Partial | No / No | Riverfront | 10 / 2 | Yes |
| 7 | Back-in | 25 | Paved | Partial | No / No | Riverfront | 10 / 2 | Yes |
| 8 | Back-in | 21 | Paved | Partial | No / No | Riverfront | 10 / 2 | Yes |
| 9 | Pull-through | 19 | Paved | Partial | No / No | Riverfront | 10 / 2 | Yes |
| 10 | Pull-through | 18 | Paved | Partial | No / No | Riverfront | 10 / 2 | 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 | 36 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. |
Kettle River Campground is a reservation only campground with 13 sites. There are picnic tables, fire pits, and water access located within the facility.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Weather by month
Getting there
Kettle River Campground is 80 miles north of Spokane as you travel on hwy 395. Continue north on hwy 395 through the town of Kettle Falls. Continue across the bridge taking you to the west side of the Columbia River/Lake Roosevelt NRA. After crossing the bridge travel north another 6.7 miles, turn right onto Waterview Drive.
| Nearest town | Davenport, Washington |
| Coordinates | 48.7100° N, 118.1282° 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
10 mi from the campground · 841 acres
- PrescribedRep Rx - Walker 50
21 mi from the campground · 313 acres
- PrescribedLpr Rx - Paulke
26 mi from the campground · 331 acres
- PrescribedSl Rx - Ione
30 mi from the campground
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 ↗ | 7.6 mi |
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 24.3 mi |
Locations © OpenStreetMap contributors. Call ahead; hours change seasonally.
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Trails nearby
- 5 miDavis Lakeshore1.2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
Trail and trailhead records are the Forest Service's. Distances are straight-line to the nearer trail end. Trail conditions are not tracked here.
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
Cabin and lookout rentals nearby
On the National Register nearby
- Barstow BridgeStructure · Kettle Falls · 5.1 mi
- Columbia River Bridge at Kettle FallsStructure · Kettle Falls · 5.8 mi
- St. Paul's MissionBuilding · Kettle Falls · 5.8 mi
Natural features
Kettle River Campground provides ample shade with thick forests of ponderosa pine, and douglas fir trees. The lake area is abundant with wildlife, including moose, elk and deer. Quite a few bald eagles have been spotted around Kettle River, and dozens of species of fish inhabit the lake, such as walleye, bass, rainbow trout, salmon and sturgeon. Fishing for sturgeon is now allowed during a short season. Much of the water in the originates from glaciers and snow in the cold, high Canadian Rockies, though temperatures are pleasant to swim in during summer.
Recreation
Kettle River Campground is popular with families to camp. They can easily access the Kettle River for shoreline fishing or birding.
Nearby
The historic St. Paul's Mission, which is run by the National Park Service, is located about 7.4 miles 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 Kettle River Campground?
Sites at Kettle River 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 Kettle River 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 Kettle River Campground?
Check-in 01:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Kettle River Campground have?
13 sites, including 13 standard sites without power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Kettle River Campground?
The longest site here provides 36 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 Kettle River Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Kettle River Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Kettle River 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
Is there cell service at Kettle River Campground?
FCC coverage maps show Verizon 4G LTE, AT&T 5G, and T-Mobile 5G at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is there to do at Kettle River Campground?
Kettle River Campground is popular with families to camp. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Kettle River Campground?
Davenport, Washington. The historic St.
Source: Getting there
What if Kettle River Campground is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Evans Group Camp (0.8 mi), Kamloops Island Campground (2.5 mi), and Snag Cove Campground (3.5 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby
Which national park is Kettle River Campground in?
Kettle River Campground is a Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area campground. Entrance fees, alerts, and hours are on Park Atlas.