Hunters Campground
Campground · Fee
Fast facts
- Cost
- $30.00
- Type
- Campground
- Season
- December 1 to March 31
- Sites
- 37 total · 37 reservable · 0 first come
- Reservations
- recreation.gov
- Phone
- 509-754-7889
- Coordinates
- 48.1254, -118.2309
- Last verified
- September 19, 2026
About this place
Overview Hunters Campground sits along the northern shoreline of Lake Roosevelt. The facility is popular among hunters and fishermen, but is also comfortable for families. Although there is no view of the lake directly from the campground, a boat launch and beach are located within the facility. Lake Roosevelt is a 130-mile lake on the Columbia River created by the Grand Coulee Dam. Named after President Franklin D. Roosevelt, it is part of the Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area managed by the National Park Service. Recreation This campground is popular for hunters (hunting is allowed in certain areas of the park) and fishermen. The lake is abundant with walleye, bass, rainbow trout and salmon. Sturgeon also live in the lake; fishing for sturgeon is now allowed For a limited season. The boat launch is open year-round. Families and visitors can attend educational programs, enjoy a leisurely walk to the lake or relax by the beach. Facilities There are 37 campsites that can be reserved. Each of the sites has a fire pit; and the facility has drinking water and flush toilets that are available depending on the season. A campground host lives on-site and can provide further information. This facility is more remote than some of the surrounding campgrounds; however, the small town of Hunters is nearby. Natural Features The site is situated in a thick Ponderosa pine forest that provides plenty of shade. The lake area is abundant with wildlife, including moose, elk, deer osprey and bald eagles. Dozens of species of fish inhabit the lake. Much of the water in the lake originates from glaciers and snowmelt from the cold, high Canadian Rockies. Although, lake temperatures are pleasant to swim in during summer. Contact Info This location is unstaffed. To speak with our main office for general information, please call: (509) 754-7889. Charges & Cancellations All changes and cancellations need to be made through recreation.gov 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.
From the managing agency.Official page
Is Hunters Campground free?
No. Hunters Campground charges $30.00. 37 of its sites are reservable through recreation.gov.
Can I bring an RV to Hunters Campground?
Hunters Campground has 37 sites on record. 37 sites are reservable and 0 are first come.
When is Hunters Campground open?
The season on record runs December 1 to March 31. Dates move with weather and with the managing office, so check before a shoulder-season trip.
How do I get to Hunters Campground?
From Fort Spokane, turn left onto US 25 North. Follow WA 25 approximately 20 miles north to the town of Hunters. In town, turn left at the Hunters Campground sign. Follow the Hunters Campground road about 2 miles to the campground.
What is the weather like at Hunters Campground?
Summer weather is hot and buggy, with highs averaging in the 90s and lows in the 50s. Rain and thunderstorms can happen any time of year. In the winter, expect cold temperatures and possible snow. Temperatures can vary in spring and fall. Be prepared for many types of weather in all seasons.
What are the rules at Hunters Campground?
Maximum Stay: Camping is limited to 14 consecutive nights per campground within a 30-day period and not more than 60 total nights per calendar year anywhere within Lake Roosevelt. These limits apply to all camping activities within Lake Roosevelt. No more than two vehicles and ten people at each campsite. Check-In: 1:00 PM. Check-Out Time: Noon. Quiet Hours: From 10 pm to 6 am. This includes generators. Nighttime Closures: Campgrounds are closed to non-registered campers from 10 pm to 6am. Site Occupation: All sites MUST be occupied each night. You may not pay for these sites and leave your belongings in them without nightly occupancy. Property left unattended for 24 hours will be considered abandoned. Leave No Trace: The wheels of all vehicles and trailers must be within the designated parking space and not on the roadway or vegetation. Do not attach wires, ropes, or nails to trees or shrubs. Digging, leveling, or other alterations of the ground is not permitted.
Nearby
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- HUNTERS GROUP SITE3.7 mi
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- Huckleberry Mtns.9.4 mi
- GIFFORD GROUP SITE11.7 mi
- Gifford Campground11.8 mi
- Gifford Group Site11.9 mi
- Gifford Campground11.9 mi
No other services within 50 mi on the record.
SourceSource data is agency published. Last synced September 19, 2026. Community reports and photos are submitted by travelers and are not verified by the agency.
