Facilities

North Gorge is a reservation only campground with 11 sites. It can be reserved year round. However, the sites are not plowed in the winter time. There are picnic tables and campfire rings. 

Natural Features

Lake side campground in a beautiful pine forest. 

Recreation

The small boat launch provides 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. 

Activities

  • Canoeing
  • Camping
  • Fishing
  • Kayaking
  • Water Access
  • Boating

Amenities

  • Boat Ramp
  • Campfire Rings
  • Dock
  • Lake Access
  • Paved Parking
  • Picnic Tables
  • Tables
  • Vault Toilets

Nearby Attractions

The historic St. Paul's Mission, which is run by the National Park Service, is located about 18.8 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° 47' 8.8800" N
Longitude
118° 0' 3.3000" 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 17.3 miles. Follow signs to the campground. It is on the west side of the highway.

Need to Know

  • Reservation only campground. No first come first served sites available. Reservation only. For reservations book here, or call 877-444-6777. There is no cell service so make sure to make your reservations in advance. 

  • There are no electricity, water or sewer site hookups.

  • Vault toilets available.

  • No potable water.

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

  • No livestock.

  • 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 10 PM - 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. Reservations can be booked in this site or by calling 877-444-6777.

    • Contact Information

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

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

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