Swimming, fishing, and hiking all sit within walking distance at Cove Loop Campground in Steamboat Rock State Park, making it a practical base for campers who want activity without driving between destinations. Banks Lake borders the park, and multiple reviewers specifically mention the walleye fishing and lake access as highlights of a stay here. The campground sits in open, largely treeless terrain, which means sightlines toward the lake and surrounding basalt cliffs are unobstructed but shade is limited, a real consideration during summer heat.
Sites are spacious and well-maintained. Reviewers consistently note that the grounds are kept in good condition, with manicured grass at each site and an on-site fish cleaning station near the water. The lack of mature trees keeps sites from feeling enclosed, and Jim T. puts it plainly: "Sites are spacious and very well cared for, but not private." High season brings crowds and heat; spring visits tend to mean fewer neighbors and cooler temperatures, though the open layout amplifies both wind and noise from adjacent sites.
Full hookups with electric and water are available for RVs up to 40 feet, and the campground also has a dump station, showers, and drinking water on-site. Reservations are accepted, which matters during peak summer weekends when the park fills quickly. Campers exploring campgrounds near Electric City will find several loops within the same park, including the Bay Loop Campground and Dune Loop Campground, each offering a slightly different position relative to the lake.
Description
Steamboat Rock State Park is a 5,043-acre camping park with 50,000 feet of freshwater shoreline at the north end of Banks Lake and a columnar, basaltic rock with a surface area of 600 acres. Three campground areas and a large day-use area are protected from winds by tall poplars.
Sites 51-80
Fee Info
Discover pass: Annual Pass: $30 One-day Pass: $10 Watercraft Launch Fee: $7 for the day Trailer Dump Fee: $5 per use Entrance fees: Varies Overnight Unattended Vehicle Fee: $10 per night
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsCove Loop Campground is located in Washington near Electric City
Public CampgroundAddress
51052 Highway 155
Electric City, WA 99123-0370
Coordinates
47.86843 N
119.0924 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Standard (Tent/RV)
Features
For Campers
- Market
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Reservable
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Pets
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- 30 Amp Hookups
- 50 Amp Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 1 hr 26 min from Wenatchee, WA
- 1 hr 37 min from Spokane, WA
- 2 hrs 6 min from Coeur d'Alene, ID
- 2 hrs 21 min from Yakima, WA
