Can you reserve a site at North Gorge Campground?

Yes, North Gorge Campground is reservable through Recreation.gov.

What is the maximum RV length at North Gorge Campground?

40 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.

Are pets allowed at North Gorge Campground?

Yes, pets are allowed at North Gorge Campground.

Are campfires allowed at North Gorge Campground?

Campfires are allowed at North Gorge Campground. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

North Gorge Campground, Washington — 11 sites, fees and cancellation alerts

Overview

North Gorge is a small, but popular, campground at the northeast edge of the park. A few sites are large enough for an RV, but most are built for tent camping. The campground is set in a grove of pines on the edge of the lake. A boat launch and dock are on the north or right side of the main loop. In the summer, North Gorge is busy on the weekends.

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.

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.

Contact Info

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

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.

Charges & 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.

The facts

11 bookable sites
1 accessible site
Vehicles up to 40 ft
Up to 10 people per site
Loops: 1, 2

Site types

6 Standard Nonelectric
5 Walk To

Amenities

Campfires allowed
Fire pits
Picnic tables
Shade
Pets allowed
Water hookups — not available
Sewer hookups — not available

Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, grills.

Book on Recreation.gov

11 campsites at North Gorge Campground

Check-in 01:00 PM · Check-out 12:00 PM

Accessible only

Site	Loop	Type	Entry	Surface	Access	Water	Max rig	People
01	1	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Drive In	Riverfront	40 ft	10	♿ 🐾
02	1	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Drive In	Riverfront	20 ft	10	🐾
03	1	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Drive In	Riverfront	18 ft	10	🐾
04	1	Walk To	—	Paved	Walk In	—	—	10	🐾
05	1	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Drive In	Riverfront	26 ft	10	🐾
06	1	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Drive In	Riverfront	36 ft	10	🐾
07	1	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Drive In	Riverfront	26 ft	10	🐾
08	2	Walk To	—	Paved	Walk In	Riverfront	—	10	🐾
09	2	Walk To	—	Paved	Walk In	Riverfront	—	10	🐾
10	2	Walk To	—	Paved	Walk In	Riverfront	—	10	🐾
11	2	Walk To	—	Paved	Walk In	Riverfront	—	10	🐾

Getting there

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.

48.78580, -118.00092 · 48°47'8.9"N 118°0'3.3"W

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Typical weather

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Precip in	2.9	1.5	2.3	1.8	2.5	2.3	1.0	0.8	1.2	1.7	2.4	2.8

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 4 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

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Fees and stay limits

This is a reservation only campground at $23/night. Site must be reserved through recreation.gov. No first come sites available. Dump Station one time fee of $10 per reservation paid at pay.gov/public/form/start/1575878640 Weekly Boat Launch Fee $10/seven consecutive days. Paid online at https://www.pay.gov/public/form/entry/101/656441199/ Annual Boat Launch Fee $60/year available by vendor only.

From Recreation.gov, which is not always current. The operator's own page is the authority on what you will be charged.

Common questions about North Gorge Campground

Can you reserve a site at North Gorge Campground?: Yes, North Gorge Campground is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does North Gorge Campground have?: 11 sites.
What is the maximum RV length at North Gorge Campground?: 40 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
Are pets allowed at North Gorge Campground?: Yes, pets are allowed at North Gorge Campground.
Does North Gorge Campground have hookups?: No hookups are recorded here.
Are campfires allowed at North Gorge Campground?: Campfires are allowed at North Gorge Campground. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Camping near North Gorge Campground

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Kamloops Island Campground 9.3 mi · Campground · we watch it
Kettle Falls Campground 13.8 mi · Campground · we watch it
Kettle Falls Locust Grove Group Site 14.3 mi · Campground · we watch it
Pierre Lake Campground 10.3 mi · Campground
Davis Lake Campground 10.8 mi · Campground
Elbow Lake Campground 11.3 mi · Campground
Summit Lake Campground 13.2 mi · Campground

Contact

Phone 509-754-7889
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Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-03-11.

North Gorge Campground