Can you reserve a site at Porcupine Bay Campground?

Yes, Porcupine Bay Campground is reservable through Recreation.gov.

What is the maximum RV length at Porcupine Bay Campground?

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

Are pets allowed at Porcupine Bay Campground?

Yes, pets are allowed at Porcupine Bay Campground.

Are campfires allowed at Porcupine Bay Campground?

Campfires are allowed at Porcupine Bay Campground. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Porcupine Bay Campground, Washington — 20 sites, fees and cancellation alerts

Overview

Porcupine Bay Campground is a popular amoung campers and boaters alike. It is nestled amount ponderosa pines and shrubs along the Spokane Arm of Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area.

Lake Roosevelt is a 130-mile lake of the Columbia River created by the Grand Coulee Dam. Named after President Franklin D. Roosevelt, it is part of the Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area and managed by the National Park Service.

Recreation

Porcupine Bay is located along the shoreline of the Spokane River giving it a secluded feel. Birders often see Peregrine falcons, Blue herons, finches, Bald eagles, osprey and even the occasional Golden eagle.

The lake is abundant with walleye, bass, rainbow trout and salmon, making it a popular place for fishing throughout the year; however, the bay does freeze in winter.

Facilities

The campground has 31 individual sites. It is open year-round, however drinking water is shut off in winter and sites are not plowed. Davenport is the closest town for campers to replenish basic goods.

This campground is by reservation only. No first come sites available.

Natural Features

Porcupine Bay lies on the water amidst Ponderosa pines and shrubs. It is located on the Spokane Arm of Lake Roosevelt. The lake has comfortable temperatures during summer, even though much of the water originates from glaciers and snow in the cold, high Canadian Rockies. The lake area is abundant with wildlife, including moose, elk, deer, bighorn sheep, birds and fish.

Contact Info

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

Nearby Attractions

Ft. Spokane Visitor center is 10 miles north on HWY 25 from the turn off to Porcupine Bay Campground. It is open during the day From Memorial Day through Labor Day.

Charges & Cancellations

All changes and cancellations must 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

20 bookable sites
Vehicles up to 44 ft
Up to 10 people per site
Loops: 1

Site types

18 Standard Nonelectric
2 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

20 campsites at Porcupine Bay Campground

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

Site	Loop	Type	Entry	Surface	Grade	Access	Water	Max rig	People
01	1	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Paved	—	Drive In	Lakefront	30 ft	10	🐾
02	1	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Paved	—	Drive In	Lakefront	28 ft	10	🐾
03	1	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Paved	—	Drive In	Lakefront	22 ft	10	🐾
04	1	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Paved	—	Drive In	Lakefront	26 ft	10	🐾
05	1	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	Drive In	Lakefront	18 ft	10	🐾
06	1	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	Drive In	Lakefront	25 ft	10	🐾
07	1	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	Drive In	Lakefront	35 ft	10	🐾
08	1	Walk To	Back In	Paved	—	Walk In	Lakefront	27 ft	10	🐾
09	1	Walk To	Back In	Paved	—	Walk In	Lakefront	29 ft	10	🐾
10	1	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Paved	—	Drive In	Lakefront	22 ft	10	🐾
11	1	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	Drive In	Lakefront	35 ft	10	🐾
12	1	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Paved	—	Drive In	Lakefront	40 ft	10	🐾
13	1	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	Drive In	Lakefront	20 ft	10	🐾
14	1	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	Drive In	Lakefront	44 ft	10	🐾
15	1	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	Drive In	Lakefront	27 ft	10	🐾
16	1	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Paved	Moderate	Drive In	Lakefront	24 ft	10	🐾
17	1	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Paved	Moderate	Drive In	Lakefront	35 ft	10	🐾
18	1	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Paved	—	Drive In	Lakefront	28 ft	10	🐾
19	1	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Paved	—	Drive In	Lakefront	30 ft	10	🐾
20	1	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	Drive In	Lakefront	26 ft	10	🐾

Getting there

Take State Highway 2 west of Spokane for 32 miles. Turn north on State Highway 25 at the town of Davenport and travel 12 miles. Take a right on Porcupine Bay Rd. Follow the road about 7 miles to the campground.

Fees and stay limits

This is a reservation only campground at $30 per night. Reservations must be made through recreation.gov. Dump/Fill Station one time fee of $10 for campers with a reservation or $5 with Senior/Access pass. This is intended for visitors recreating at Lake Roosevelt NRA and not for residential use. Pay online prior to use 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 Porcupine Bay Campground

Can you reserve a site at Porcupine Bay Campground?: Yes, Porcupine Bay Campground is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Porcupine Bay Campground have?: 20 sites.
What is the maximum RV length at Porcupine Bay Campground?: 44 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
Are pets allowed at Porcupine Bay Campground?: Yes, pets are allowed at Porcupine Bay Campground.
Does Porcupine Bay Campground have hookups?: No hookups are recorded here.
Are campfires allowed at Porcupine Bay Campground?: Campfires are allowed at Porcupine Bay Campground. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Contact

Phone 509-754-7889
Book Recreation.gov

Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-07-10.

Porcupine Bay Campground