Can you reserve a site at Pioneer Park?

Yes, Pioneer Park is reservable through Recreation.gov.

How many campsites does Pioneer Park have?

18 sites in total, of which 17 can be booked.

What is the maximum RV length at Pioneer Park?

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

Are pets allowed at Pioneer Park?

Yes, pets are allowed at Pioneer Park.

Are campfires allowed at Pioneer Park?

Campfires are allowed at Pioneer Park. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Pioneer Park, Washington — 17 sites, fees and cancellation alerts

Overview

Pioneer Park Campground is located in northeast Washington on the Pend Oreille River. Visitors enjoy hiking, fishing, boating and swimming. The campground's proximity to the city of Newport provides urban entertainment opportunities as well.

Recreation

The Pioneer Park Heritage Trail, a short trail that highlights the history of the Kalispel Tribe, is a favorite attraction in the campground. Twelve interpretive displays are dispersed along the 0.3-mile boardwalk trail, which boasts scenic views of the river below.

Excellent bass and trout fishing can be found in the Pend Oreille River. A boat ramp, picnic shelter and swimming area are located on-site.

Facilities

Each campsite is equipped with a picnic table, campfire ring and tent pad. Amenities include vault toilets and drinking water. Gravel parking spurs can accommodate any RV size.

Natural Features

The campground is surrounded by groves of ponderosa pine, white pine, hemlock and grand fir trees, and sits at an elevation of 2,000 feet. Campsites are spacious and shady, with an understory of wild roses and thimbleberry.

Pioneer is situated at the southern edge of Colville National Forest, near the Idaho border. The forest spans 1.1 million acres and encompasses the Okanogan, Kettle River and Selkirk Mountain Ranges.

Nearby Attractions

The city of Newport is conveniently close for a restaurant outing or summer entertainment. Children will enjoy the Little People's Park in town.

The facts

Season: May 24 – September 30 — USDA Forest Service, Aug 24, 2026
17 bookable sites
18 sites in total, including non-bookable
1 site for day use only
Vehicles up to 40 ft
Up to 35 people per site
Loops: AREA PIONEER, DAY

Site types

15 Standard Nonelectric
1 Group Shelter Nonelectric
1 Management
1 Tent Only Nonelectric

Amenities

Campfires allowed
Picnic tables
Grills
Shade
Pets allowed

Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups, fire pits.

Book on Recreation.gov

18 campsites at Pioneer Park

Site	Loop	Type	Entry	Surface	Max rig	People
001	AREA PIONEER	Management	Back In	Gravel	40 ft	8
002	AREA PIONEER	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	28 ft	8
003	AREA PIONEER	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	40 ft	8
004	AREA PIONEER	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	33 ft	8
005	AREA PIONEER	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	35 ft	8
006	AREA PIONEER	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	36 ft	8
007	AREA PIONEER	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	33 ft	8
008	AREA PIONEER	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	33 ft	8
009	AREA PIONEER	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	33 ft	8
010	AREA PIONEER	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	30 ft	8
011	AREA PIONEER	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	38 ft	8
012	AREA PIONEER	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	38 ft	8
013	AREA PIONEER	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	33 ft	8
014	AREA PIONEER	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	8
015	AREA PIONEER	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	40 ft	8
016	AREA PIONEER	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	30 ft	8
017	AREA PIONEER	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	24 ft	8
Pavilion	DAY	Group Shelter Nonelectric	Back In	—	—	35	🐾

Getting there

From downtown Newport, travel east on U.S. Highway 2 for 0.75 miles. Immediately after crossing the Pend Oreille River bridge, turn left on LeClerc Road and travel 2 miles north to the campground.

48.21417, -117.05361 · 48°12'51.0"N 117°3'13.0"W

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Typical weather

Typically 84°F in Jul, down to 32°F in Dec.

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
High °F	32	38	48	57	68	74	84	83	73	56	40	32
Low °F	24	23	28	33	41	47	51	49	41	34	28	23
Precip in	3.0	1.9	3.2	2.3	2.2	2.3	1.0	0.8	1.2	2.8	3.5	3.2

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 2.1 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 Pioneer Park

Can you reserve a site at Pioneer Park?: Yes, Pioneer Park is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Pioneer Park have?: 18 sites in total, of which 17 can be booked.
What is the maximum RV length at Pioneer Park?: 40 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
Are pets allowed at Pioneer Park?: Yes, pets are allowed at Pioneer Park.
Are campfires allowed at Pioneer Park?: Campfires are allowed at Pioneer Park. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Also listed by

Pioneer Park also appears in other federal recreation data. Facts below are matched by name and location, not confirmed by Pioneer Park's operator.

USDA Forest Service — data as of Aug 24, 2026

Camping: $29/single site
Extra vehicle: $10 (Overflow Parking)
Day use: $10
Season Day Pass for Colville and Idaho Panhandle: $52
Day use picnic shelter: $55 (reservable through rec.gov )

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

USDA Forest Service's own page

Camping near Pioneer Park

Albeni Cove 3.3 mi · Campground · we watch it
Priest River 7.8 mi · Campground · we watch it
Riley Creek 13.6 mi · Campground · we watch it
Osprey 21 mi · Campground · we watch it
Outlet AT Priest Lake 21.4 mi · Campground · we watch it
Springy Point 21.7 mi · Campground · we watch it
Panhandle 22.8 mi · Campground · we watch it
Luby Bay 23.3 mi · Campground · we watch it
South Skookum Lake Campground 13.6 mi · Campground
Browns Lake Campground 16.7 mi · Campground
Outlet at Priest Lake Campground 21 mi · Campground
Osprey Campground 21.5 mi · Campground

Contact

Phone 509-447-7300
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Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.

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