Details
Along US 395, Boyds, WA, 99107
National Park ServiceLast Updated: November 26, 2025
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Campground Overview
Introduction
Kettle River is a shady campground on the banks of the Kettle River. Most of the sites are on the shoreline and have beautiful views of the Kettle River and surrounding landscape. Kettle River does not have a boat launch but does have a courtesy dock. This campground is a great place for birding, with a variety of waterfowl and raptors seen in the area. Kettle River Campground is typically quiet and doesn’t often fill.
Campsite Details
Operating Hours
Kettle River Campground is open seasonally.
Weather
Summer weather is hot and buggy, with highs averaging in the 90s and lows in the 50s. Rain and thunderstorms can happen any time of year. In the winter, expect cold temperatures and possible snow. Temperatures can vary in spring and fall. Be prepared for many types of weather in all seasons.
Amenities
Trash & Recycling Collection
Toilets
Cell Phone Reception
Directions
From Kettle Falls, drive north on US 395. You will cross Lake Roosevelt over Barneys Bridge. Follow US 395 north approximately 6 miles past the bridge. Turn right at the Kettle River Campground sign.
Rates & Fees
Individual Campsite
The fee for an individual campsite per night. Group size limit is 10 people and 2 vehicles. All standard camping fees are 50 percent off with an eligible America the Beautiful Senior or Access Pass. Group size limit is 10 people and 2 vehicles.
Rules & Regulations
Fire/Stove Policy
Fires are permitted only in the designated fire rings, and only as long as there are no burn bans or dangerous fire weather.Regulations Overview
Maximum Stay: Camping is limited to 14 consecutive nights per campground within a 30-day period and not more than 60 total nights per calendar year anywhere within Lake Roosevelt. These limits apply to all camping activities within Lake Roosevelt. No more than two vehicles and ten people at each campsite. Check-In: 1:00 PM. Check-Out Time: Noon. Quiet Hours: From 10 pm to 6 am. This includes generators. Nighttime Closures: Campgrounds are closed to non-registered campers from 10 pm to 6am. Site Occupation: All sites MUST be occupied each night. You may not pay for these sites and leave your belongings in them without nightly occupancy. Property left unattended for 24 hours will be considered abandoned. Leave No Trace: The wheels of all vehicles and trailers must be within the designated parking space and not on the roadway or vegetation. Do not attach wires, ropes, or nails to trees or shrubs. Digging, leveling, or other alterations of the ground is not permitted.Accessibility
Wheelchair Access
The pit toilet is wheelchair accessible. All campground roads are paved, but footpaths between campsites are generally not wheelchair accessible.
Cell Phone Information
Most major carriers have some cell coverage at Kettle River Campground. Check or report cell reception on Recreation.gov campground reviews: https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/275028
RV Allowed
Yes
RV Information
RVs and trailers up to 38 feet long may camp at Kettle River. Most sites can accommodate vehicles 20 feet or longer, but length varies from site to site. Vehicles, trailers, or RVs cannot be parked on the grass or anywhere except the designated parking spot for each site. Kettle River Campground does not have hookups.
RV Maximum Length
38
Additional Information
Each campsite has a parking space, picnic table, and fire pit with grate. There is a courtesy dock, but no boat launch.
Trailer Maximum Length
38
ADA Information
Campground roads and campsite parking spaces are paved. Campsite areas are unpaved and may be uneven. Campsite 8 is a designated ADA site with a 21-foot maximum vehicle length. The pit toilet has a sidewalk pathway from the road.
Trailer Allowed
Yes
Access Roads
Paved Roads - All vehicles OK
Classifications
Limited Development Campground
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