Kamloops Island Campground
Kamloops Island is a small, shady campground at the mouth of the Kettle River. The main hub of campsites is tucked into the vegetation at the top and can fit tents and RVs. A cluster of walk-in tent sites is spread out in a grove of pines. Many campsites offer views of the river, lake, and surrounding landscape. There is a courtesy dock, but no boat launch.
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Site mix
| Walk-in | 9 |
| Standard, no hookups | 8 |
Site guide
17 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | Standard | Back-in | 27 | Paved | Partial | No / No | 10 / – | Yes | Yes | |
| 2 | 1 | Standard | Back-in | 33 | Paved | Partial | No / No | 10 / – | Yes | ||
| 3 | 1 | Standard | Back-in | 36 | Paved | Partial | No / No | 10 / – | Yes | ||
| 4 | 1 | Standard | Back-in | 47 | Paved | Partial | No / No | 10 / – | Yes | ||
| 5 | 1 | Standard | Pull-through | 22 | Paved | Partial | No / No | 10 / – | Yes | ||
| 6 | 1 | Standard | Back-in | 33 | Paved | Partial | No / No | 10 / – | Yes | ||
| 7 | 1 | Standard | Back-in | 22 | Paved | Partial | No / No | Riverfront | 10 / – | Yes | |
| 8 | 1 | Standard | Back-in | 32 | Paved | Partial | No / No | 10 / – | Yes | ||
| 9 | 2 | Walk-in | Partial | No / No | Riverfront | 10 / – | Yes | ||||
| 10 | 2 | Walk-in | Partial | No / No | Riverfront | 10 / – | 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 1 is listed accessible |
Kamloops Island is a reservation only campground with 17 sites. It can be reserved year round. However, the sites are not plowed in the winter time. There are picnic tables and fire pits at each site. You will need to bring your own drinking water.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
Kamloops Island Campground is 79 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 7 miles, turn right onto Northport Flat Creek Road.
| Nearest town | Kettle Falls, Washington |
| Coordinates | 48.6752° N, 118.1163° W · Directions ↗ |
Charges and cancellations
Late Cancellations or Cancellations within the Cut-off Window Individual Campsites: A customer who cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee (not to exceed the total paid for the original reservation). 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
9 mi from the campground · 841 acres
- PrescribedRep Rx - Walker 50
21 mi from the campground · 313 acres
- PrescribedLpr Rx - Paulke
24 mi from the campground · 331 acres
- PrescribedRx - South Twin Wui
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 ↗ | 5.2 mi |
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 25 mi |
| RV sales & service | Parkway RV ↗ | 58.7 mi |
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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
Cabin and lookout rentals nearby
On the National Register nearby
- St. Paul's MissionBuilding · Kettle Falls · 3.3 mi
- Columbia River Bridge at Kettle FallsStructure · Kettle Falls · 3.4 mi
- Meyers Falls Power Plant Historic DistrictHistoric district · Kettle Falls · 6.1 mi
Natural features
Kamloops Island 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 Kamloops, 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
Kamloops Island is a beautiful little campground surrounded by the Columbia River on one side and the Kettle River on the other. During the draw down when the water is low the geological beauty comes out in the ravine cut by the Kettle River. This campground is very popular for fishermen and familes alike.
Nearby
The historic St. Paul's Mission, which is run by the National Park Service, is located about 4.5 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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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Kamloops Island Campground?
Sites at Kamloops Island 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 Kamloops Island 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 Kamloops Island Campground?
Check-in 01:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
What does it cost to cancel a reservation at Kamloops Island Campground?
Late Cancellations or Cancellations within the Cut-off Window Individual Campsites: A customer who cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee (not to exceed the total paid f
Source: Charges and cancellations
How many sites does Kamloops Island Campground have?
17 sites, including 9 walk-in sites and 8 standard sites without power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Kamloops Island 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 Kamloops Island Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Kamloops Island Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Kamloops Island 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 Kamloops Island Campground?
Site 1 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
Is there cell service at Kamloops Island 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 Kamloops Island Campground?
Kamloops Island is a beautiful little campground surrounded by the Columbia River on one side and the Kettle River on the other. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Kamloops Island Campground?
Kettle Falls, Washington. The historic St.
Source: Getting there