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11 Best Locations for Camping Near Washington State

Aug. 11 2023 RV Trips By RV's Northwest

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Are you searching for the perfect camping spot near Washington State? Well, look no further! Our team at RVs Northwest has rounded up some of the best locations on the map! We also gathered a few tips and tricks to make your next camping experience one to remember. 


Below we listed the 11 best locations for camping near Washington State:


1. Fort Spokane Campground, Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area

Fort Spokane Campground is part of a larger recreation area, called Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area in Coulee Dam, WA, that includes a visitor center, a daily exploration area, a boat launch, and an abundance of space for RV campers!


This camp ground provides the full forest adventure experience with sky-high pines and beautiful greenery on every trail.


2. Kettle Falls Campground, Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area


Kettle Falls is a large campground with over 70 camping sites all open to RVs, it is also part of the Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area. 

Kettle Falls has amenities such as a boat launch, dump station, seasonal portable water & flushing, a day use area, site picnic tables, and a site fire pit with grate. 

The nearby town of Kettle Falls also offers conveniences and amenities that most campgrounds lack.



3. Riverside State Park Camping


Riverside State Park is about 9 miles away from Spokane, it occupies over 9,000 acres along the Spokane and Little Spokane Rivers in Nine Mile Falls, WA. The campground provides recreational opportunities for almost every type of visitor. From mountain biking to horseback riding, rock climbing, and hiking, Riverside has it all! 





The 3 below outstanding campgrounds are located inside Riverside State Park.

4. Bowl And Pitcher Campground, Riverside State Park

  • 16 standard campsites, 13 partial-hookup campsites, two full-hookup campsites, two cabins

  • Maximum site length is 45 feet (may have limited availability) 

  • Amenities: 1 dump station and 2 restrooms (both with showers)



5. Equestrian Campground, Riverside State Park


  • 10 standard and 10 partial-hookup equestrian campsites

  • Each campsite has a corral

  • Amenities: There are two restrooms with no showers




6. Lake Spokane Campground, Riverside State Park


  • 10 standard campsites, one companion campsite

  • 1 group camp to accommodate space for one RV/trailer with full hookups

  • Amenities: a boat launch, a boat wash station, and a bathroom with showers. 



7. North Spokane RV Campground

North Spokane RV Campground is a resort-style campground located in Liberty Lake, WA. This RV park has exquisitely designed landscaping that is perfect for the ultimate relaxation trip. 


North Spokane has over 100 sites for RV hookups. Some of the campground amenities include fishing, boating, hiking, mountain resorts, dog parks, a seasonal pool, complimentary wi-fi, and so much more!


The campground is only minutes away from downtown Spokane, where any camper can find a plethora of conveniences and amenities that they may be searching for including entertainment, shopping, dining, and recreation areas.


8. Liberty Lake Regional Park Campground


Liberty Lake Regional Park Campground is the perfect group experience located near Liberty Creek in Liberty Lake, WA.  With over 15 RV hookups, this campground is perfect RV caravans filled family and friends.


Not only does Liberty Lake have space for your entire clan, but they also have top-notch amenities, including dump stations, drinking water, a boat launch area, water sports, fishing, kayaking, canoeing, swimming, and so much more! 



9. Edgewater Campground

Edgewater Campground in Ione, WA is positioned on the banks of the Pend Oreille River in the Colville National Forest. The Colville National Forest is 1.1 million acres, and filled with breath taking views that arae worth the journey. 


There are many amenities at Edgewater Campground, including boating, hiking, fishing, vault toilets, trash collection, picnic areas, and beyond. Many visitors that explore the wonders of Edgewater take in the views of the picturesque towering cedar, hemlock, and Douglas fir trees that only enhance the view of the show-stopping Selkirk Mountains. Be prepared to boondock or dry camp, because one downside to Edgewater is that they do not have any RV hookups available.


10. East Sullivan Lake Campground

East Sullivan Lake Campground is located at the north end of Sullivan Lake in Pend Oreille Village, WA. This campground is nearly 1300 acres, and a short walk from any campsite you can discover views to die for. 


The East Sullivan Lake is a day-use area that is filled with adventures for the whole family, such as hiking, walking, picnic tables, swimming areas, wildlife watching, and a boat ramp. You can see Hall Mountain on the eastern shore of the lake and there is even a small airstrip next door to the campground that some campers use to fly in on small aircrafts or chartered planes.


11. Ninemile Lake Campground

Ninemile Lake Campground is a hidden gem of the Washington surrounding area. Part of the Superior National Forest in Duluth, Minnesota with 26 campsites, Ninemile Lake is a campground fit for the entire family. 

Packed with amenities and tons of scenic features, Ninemile is unique and full of cultural history. Some of the amenities include trash collection, solar-powered water pump, restrooms, clean lakes, 300 acres of nature, fishing, hiking, boating, swimming, canoeing, and more.


The campground's proximity to the bustling city of Newport provides urban entertainment opportunities as well.


Tips & Essentials for Camping

When you go camping in the woods, there are a few things you need to bring that are vital for survival. Items like a tent, sleeping bag, sleeping mat, clothes, shoes, food, water, etc. However, when you are camping in an RV the bare necessities are a little different. 

Check out our RV Summer Essentials Guide to find out what electric, automotive, water, and other miscellaneous suuplies you need for your RV! 





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