Kettle River Campground
Campground · Fee
Fast facts
- Cost
- $23.00
- Type
- Campground
- Season
- December 1 to March 31
- Sites
- 13 total · 13 reservable · 0 first come
- Reservations
- recreation.gov
- Coordinates
- 48.7159, -118.1227
- Last verified
- September 18, 2026
About this place
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.
From the managing agency.Official page
Is Kettle River Campground free?
No. Kettle River Campground charges $23.00. 13 of its sites are reservable through recreation.gov.
Can I bring an RV to Kettle River Campground?
Kettle River Campground has 13 sites on record. 13 sites are reservable and 0 are first come.
When is Kettle River 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 Kettle River Campground?
From Kettle Falls, drive north on US 395. You will cross Lake Roosevelt over Barneys Bridge. Follow US 395 north approximately 6 miles past the bridge. Turn right at the Kettle River Campground sign.
What is the weather like at Kettle River 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 Kettle River 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
- Kettle River Campground0.5 mi
- EVANS GROUP CAMP1.0 mi
- Kamloops Island Campground2.6 mi
- Kamloops Island Campground2.8 mi
- Snag Cove Campground3.1 mi
- Marcus Island Campground4.7 mi
- Evans Group Site4.8 mi
- Evans Campground4.9 mi
No other services within 50 mi on the record.
SourceSource data is agency published. Last synced September 18, 2026. Community reports and photos are submitted by travelers and are not verified by the agency.
