Marcus Island Campground
Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area
Marcus Island Campground is tucked into the trees on the lake shore. The campground is heavily shaded and, in the summer, has shoreline on three sides. The main access road is single lane and winding, but campers flock to this shaded area in summer. A boat launch with parking is available before reaching the campground.
Reservation only campground with 25 sites. A small boat launch is available before you reach the campground when the water levels are high.
Notifications and Alerts
Fee Changes Beginning in 2025 at Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area
https://www.nps.gov/laro/learn/news/fee-changes-beginning-in-2025.htm
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.
No potable water or flush toilets available.
Pets are allowed and must be restrained at all times.
No livestock.
No off-road vehicles allowed.
No off-road parking; park in designated areas only.
No metal detecting or collecting of artifacts allowed.
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.
Natural Features
Marcus Island Campground is tucked into the trees on the lake shore. The campground is heavily shaded and, in the summer, has shoreline on three sides.
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.
Recreation
The boat launch provides access to the lake when the water is high. Provides a nice shaded campground in a beautiful evergreen forest. Popular for campers, families and fisherman alike.
Changes & 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.
Contact Information
Mailing
Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area ATTN: Fee Program Manager 44150 District Office Lane N. Davenport WA 99122
Phone Number
For campground inquiries, please call: 509-754-7889
Rental Options
Learn more about gear rental options for your trip
Driving Directions
Take Washington state Highway 395 north from Spokane. Travel 70.3 miles to the town of Kettle Falls, take Highway 25 north and travel 5.7 miles. Follow signs to the campground. It is on the west side of the highway.
Available Campsites
- Site 03, Loop 1, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 06, Loop 1, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 09, Loop 1, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 20, Loop 1, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 22, Loop 2, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 08, Loop 1, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 16, Loop 1, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 25, Loop 2, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 17, Loop 1, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 05, Loop 1, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 14, Loop 1, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 04, Loop 1, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 23, Loop 2, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 12, Loop 1, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 07, Loop 1, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 21, Loop 2, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 19, Loop 1, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 18, Loop 1, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 15, Loop 1, Type Walk To
- Site 13, Loop 1, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 01, Loop 1, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 11, Loop 1, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 02, Loop 1, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 10, Loop 1, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 24, Loop 2, Type Standard Nonelectric
