Campground

Facilities

Evans is a reservation only campground. It can be reserved year round. However, the sites are not plowed in the winter time. There are picnic tables, drinking water available seasonally. Fire pits, water access and playground are located within the facility.

Natural Features

Evans provides ample shade with thick forests of ponderosa pine, douglas fir and maple trees. The lake area is abundant with wildlife, including moose, elk and deer. Quite a few bald eagles have been spotted around Evans, 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

The boat launch provides year-round access to the lake. Boating, fishing, swimming and water skiing are activities that can easily take place from the campground. Campers might also enjoy relaxing and taking in the beautiful view or attending educational ranger programs.

Recreation Sites

  • Standard Nonelectric
  • Walk To
  • Overnight

Activities

  • Boating
  • Camping
  • Day Use Area
  • Fishing
  • Water Access
  • Swimming
  • Wildlife Viewing

Amenities

  • Boat Ramp
  • Boat Trailer Parking
  • Campfire Rings
  • Drinking Water (peak season)
  • Dump Station
  • Flush Toilets (Seasonal)
  • Host
  • Lake Access
  • Paved Roads
  • Pets Allowed
  • Picnic Shelters
  • Picnic Tables
  • Vault Toilets
  • Water (Seasonal)
  • Paved Sites

Nearby Attractions

The historic St. Paul's Mission, which is run by the National Park Service, is located about eleven 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.

Getting Here

Latitude
48° 41' 53.6892" N
Longitude
118° 1' 3.3960" W

Take Washington state Highway 395 north from Spokane. Travel 70.3 miles to the town of Kettle Falls, take Highway 25 north and travel 11 miles. Follow signs to the campground. It is on the west side of the highway.

Need to Know

  • Reservation only campground. No first come available.

  • There are no electricity, water or sewer site hookups. Dump Station one time fee of $10 per reservation paid at pay.gov/public/form/start/1575878640

  • Flush toilets are available and water faucets turned on May 1st to September 30, weather permitting.

  • Lake level may affect the water supply.

  • Pets are allowed and must be restrained at all times.

  • No off-road vehicles permitted.

  • No off-road parking; park in designated areas only.

  • No metal detectors or collecting artifacts allowed.

  • Bring confirmation with you. Transfer the confirmation information onto the green slips located at the Fee Board as you enter the campground. Hang filled out tag at your site.

  • No generator usuage during our Quiet Hours of 10PM - 6 AM.

  • Fires are permitted in the fire rings year-round, EXCEPT when the fire danger rating reaches a critical level as indicated by the Washington State Department of Natural Resources for the area that includes Lake Roosevelt NRA.

  • Don't Move Firewood: Help protect our forests! Prevent the spread of tree-killing pests by obtaining firewood near your destination and burning it on-site. Moving firewood is illegal in some states. Visit dontmovefirewood.org to learn more.

  • Weekly Boat Launch Permits must be purchased on line at https://www.pay.gov/public/form/start/656441199 . Please purchase prior to your trip. Annual Boat Launch Permits are available in person by vendor only.

  • For additional park information including other camping regulations, visit https://www.nps.gov/laro/index.htm or call 509-754-7889.

  • For reservations book here, or call 877-444-6777.

    • Contact Information

    Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area
    ATTN: Fee Program Manager
    44150 District Office Lane N.
    Davenport, WA 99122
    1949 HWY 25 N.
    Evans, WA 99126

    This location is unstaffed. To speak with our main office for general information, please call: (509) 754-7889.

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