Edgewater Campground
Campground · Washington · 19 bookable sites ·
Managed by the USDA Forest Service
Colville National Forest (NF) · Open Access
- 19
- Bookable sites
- 72 ft
- Max rig length
- up to 16
- People per site
- 2,097 ft
- Elevation
Overview
Edgewater Campground is perched along the banks of the Pend Oreille River in the Colville National Forest. The quiet, family-friendly campground attracts visitors who come for boating, hiking and fishing. The picturesque area, surrounded by cedar, hemlock and Douglas fir, boasts views of the Selkirk Mountains.Recreation
Trout and bass fishing is great for avid anglers. A boat ramp is located on-site.Hikers enjoy exploring nearby Terry Trail and Box Canyon. Wildlife watching for moose, white-tailed deer and the endangered woodland caribou is another popular activity.
Facilities
Parking spurs are gravel and grass and can accommodate any size RV. A campground host is on-site, and firewood is available for sale. Amenities inc lude vault toilets, drinking water and trash collection.Natural Features
The campground sits on a bluff on the east bank of the river at an elevation of 2,000 feet. Many campsites offer a scenic view of the river. The forest floor is covered with thimbleberry, wild rose and other shrubs.The 1.1 million acre Colville National Forest lies in the northeast corner of Washington. The forest's great salmon runs first attracted native Americans to the area, then miners, homesteaders and fur trappers followed. The variety of resources and natural beauty in the region continues to attract visitors.
Three mountain ranges, the Okanogan, Kettle River and Selkirk, run through the Colville Forest.
Nearby Attractions
Sweet Creek Falls is located just north of the city of Ione.The facts
- Season: May 24 – Labor Day Weekend — USDA Forest Service, Aug 24, 2026
- 19 bookable sites
- Vehicles up to 72 ft
- Up to 16 people per site
- Loops: AREA EDGEWATER CAMPGROUND
Site types
- 19 Standard Nonelectric
Amenities
- Campfires allowed
- Shade
Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups, fire pits, picnic tables, grills, pets allowed.
19 campsites at Edgewater Campground
Check-in 2:00 PM · Check-out 12:00 PM
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Surface | Max rig | People | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | AREA EDGEWATER CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 54 ft | 16 | |
| 002 | AREA EDGEWATER CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 61 ft | 8 | |
| 003 | AREA EDGEWATER CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 63 ft | 8 | |
| 004 | AREA EDGEWATER CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 68 ft | 8 | |
| 005 | AREA EDGEWATER CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 58 ft | 8 | |
| 006 | AREA EDGEWATER CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 64 ft | 8 | |
| 007 | AREA EDGEWATER CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 61 ft | 8 | |
| 008 | AREA EDGEWATER CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 55 ft | 8 | |
| 009 | AREA EDGEWATER CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 53 ft | 8 | |
| 010 | AREA EDGEWATER CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 57 ft | 8 | |
| 011 | AREA EDGEWATER CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 53 ft | 8 | |
| 013 | AREA EDGEWATER CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 54 ft | 16 | |
| 014 | AREA EDGEWATER CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 50 ft | 8 | |
| 015 | AREA EDGEWATER CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 62 ft | 8 | |
| 016 | AREA EDGEWATER CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 72 ft | 8 | |
| 017 | AREA EDGEWATER CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 48 ft | 8 | |
| 018 | AREA EDGEWATER CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 57 ft | 8 | |
| 019 | AREA EDGEWATER CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 46 ft | 8 | |
| 020 | AREA EDGEWATER CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 62 ft | 8 |
Getting there
The campground is located approximately 90 miles north of Spokane, WA. After crossing the Ione Bridge eastbound over the Pend Oreille River, look for the
Edgewater Campground sign and immediately turn left. The campground is located 2 miles north of the bridge on Box Canyon Road.
48.75583, -117.40583 · 48°45'21.0"N 117°24'21.0"W
Typical weather
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| Precip in | 3.9 | 2.2 | 2.8 | 2.4 | 2.5 | 3.0 | 1.5 | 1.1 | 1.4 | 2.6 | 4.8 | 3.7 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 7.2 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.
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Common questions about Edgewater Campground
- Can you reserve a site at Edgewater Campground?
- Yes, Edgewater Campground is reservable through Recreation.gov.
- How many campsites does Edgewater Campground have?
- 19 sites.
- What is the maximum RV length at Edgewater Campground?
- 72 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
- Are campfires allowed at Edgewater Campground?
- Campfires are allowed at Edgewater Campground. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.
Also listed by
Edgewater Campground also appears in other federal recreation data. Facts below are matched by name and location, not confirmed by Edgewater Campground's operator.
USDA Forest Service — data as of Aug 24, 2026
- Camping: $29/single site
- Camping: $58/double site
- Extra vehicle: none
- Day use: $10
- Season Pass for Colville Only: $52
- Season Pass for Colville and Idaho Panhandle: $52
Restrictions:
- Quiet hours between 10 p.m. and 6 a.m.
- Campfire in developed fire ring only
- Fireworks are prohibited
- Pets must be on leash
- OHV use prohibited in the campground
- Maximum length of stay: 14 days
- Food and wildlife attractants must be properly stored at all times
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Contact
- Phone 509-446-7500
- Book Recreation.gov
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.
Facility information and photographs from Recreation.gov (RIDB). SpotOpened is not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.
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