Best Camping near Ione, WA

Whether you're a tent camper, an RVer, or just passing through, Ione, WA has a lot to offer. Ione is an adventure-filled destination for those who love the outdoorsy camper lifestyle. But it's also great for those who prefer to spend time near the city, exploring and sightseeing. Discover great camping spots near Ione, reviewed by campers like you.

Best Camping Sites Near Ione, WA (165)

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    1. Boundary Dam Campground

    8 Reviews
    52 Photos
    108 Saves
    Metaline Falls, Washington

    The waters of Boundary Reservoir back up behind Boundary Dam on the Pend Oreille River in the very northeast corner of Washington State. The area offers 3 water-access-only small recreation sites on BLM lands, all along the reservoir’s west bank, which provide primitive amenities. The BLM sites are Everett Slough, Ledbetter Cove, and Grandview.

    Access is by boat only, typically via the boat launch at Seattle City Light’s Forebay Recreation Area, located at Boundary Dam.

    US Forest Service lands on the other side of the reservoir offer additional primitive developed and dispersed recreation opportunities.

    Due to predominating dense forest and steep canyon slopes, Everett Slough is the only one of these sites that offers a hiking opportunity. There, hikers can travel through forest along the old +1-mile-long no-public-vehicle-access dirt road grade, that ends at the recreation site. Otherwise, activities at Boundary Reservoir include motorized and non-motorized boating, fishing, picnicking, camping, and nature viewing. The 3 recreation sites each provide basic sanitary facilities with privacy fence. Additionally:

    Everett Slough has 3 primitive campsites, each with tent site, picnic table, fire ring, and bear-proof storage container.

    Ledbetter Cove has 4 tent sites, 2 picnic tables, 2 fire rings, and 2 bear-proof containers.

    Grandview has 2 primitive campsites, each with tent site, picnic table, fire ring, and bear-proof container.

    Seattle City Light manages recreational use on BLM public lands along Boundary Reservoir, at developed sites and on dispersed lands. Seattle City Light manages this recreational use under the terms and responsibilities established in their Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) license for Boundary Dam. Please contact Seattle City Light directly regarding public recreational use on these BLM lands, by email at scl_recreation@seattle.gov, or call Boundary Dam at 509-446-3083 (option #9).

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • ADA Access
    • RVs
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    2. Edgewater Campground

    6 Reviews
    29 Photos
    58 Saves
    Ione, Washington

    Overview

    Edgewater Campground is perched along the banks of the Pend Oreille River in the Colville National Forest. The quiet, family-friendly campground attracts visitors who come for boating, hiking and fishing. The picturesque area, surrounded by cedar, hemlock and Douglas fir, boasts views of the Selkirk Mountains.

    Recreation

    Trout and bass fishing is great for avid anglers. A boat ramp is located on-site. Hikers enjoy exploring nearby Terry Trail and Box Canyon. Wildlife watching for moose, white-tailed deer and the endangered woodland caribou is another popular activity.

    Natural Features

    The campground sits on a bluff on the east bank of the river at an elevation of 2,000 feet. Many campsites offer a scenic view of the river. The forest floor is covered with thimbleberry, wild rose and other shrubs. The 1.1 million acre Colville National Forest lies in the northeast corner of Washington. The forest's great salmon runs first attracted native Americans to the area, then miners, homesteaders and fur trappers followed. The variety of resources and natural beauty in the region continues to attract visitors. Three mountain ranges, the Okanogan, Kettle River and Selkirk, run through the Colville Forest.

    Nearby Attractions

    Sweet Creek Falls is located just north of the city of Ione.

    • Fires
    • Reservable
    • RVs
    • Tents
    • Standard (Tent/RV)
    • Tent Cabin

    $31 / night

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    3. Crescent Lake Campground

    8 Reviews
    58 Photos
    169 Saves
    Metaline Falls, Washington

    Crescent LakeBeautiful twenty-two acre lake located nine miles north of Metaline Falls, WA and just a mile south of the Canadian border adjacent to Highway 31 which is part of the International Selkirk Loop. Open season runs from the last Saturday in April through October 31. This lake receives annual plantings of rainbow trout. A small rustic three site campground lies just above the lake. Amenities include: tables, fire rings, concrete vault toilet and animal proof garbage can. No potable water is available. It is best suited for small RV's or tent camping. Facilities 3 small campsites with picnic tables, and fire pits No drinking water 1 vault toilet Garbage disposal (animal proof)

    A Discover Pass or Washington State Fishing License is required for access, and can be acquired through Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife's website.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • ADA Access
    • Tents
    • Standard (Tent/RV)
    • Trash
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    4. Beaver Lodge Resort

    6 Reviews
    5 Photos
    25 Saves
    Ione, Washington
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
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    7. Sullivan Lake Campground

    5 Reviews
    22 Photos
    70 Saves
    Metaline Falls, Washington

    Sullivan LakeThis Lake is a popular recreation lake nestled in the mountains of the northwest Washington. In addition to fishing for trout, salmon and turbot, visitors come to the lake for camping canoeing, swimming, SCUBA diving and hiking along the trail on the east side of the lake. Other attractions include ice fishing for burbot/ling cod and bighorn sheep viewing during the winter months.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    • RVs
    • Tents
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    8. Lake Gillette Campground

    5 Reviews
    12 Photos
    37 Saves
    Ione, Washington

    Overview

    Gillette Campground is located directly across from Lake Gillette, approximately a quarter-mile from the lake's shore and surrounded by a stand of lodgepole pine and tamarack.

    Recreation

    Ample recreation opportunities such as hiking, bicycling, swimming and boating in nearby Gillette Lake are popular activities from this campground. OHVs are allowed to drive in and out of this park.

    Natural Features

    This forested campground provides shade to many of the campsites. Gillette Lake is nearby and can be accessed by foot from the campground. A covered area with a large tree trunk is an interesting attraction along with access to Rufus and Springboard Trails.

    Nearby Attractions

    Visitors enjoy Gillette Lake, a covered area with a large tree trunk and access to Rufus and Springboard Trails for hikers.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • RVs
    • Tents

    $31 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from East Sullivan
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    9. East Sullivan

    4 Reviews
    19 Photos
    25 Saves
    Metaline Falls, Washington

    Overview

    East Sullivan Campground is located at the north end of Sullivan Lake about five miles east of Metaline Falls, Washington. The campground provides a unique environment where campers can enjoy many recreational opportunities.

    Recreation

    The Sullivan Lake Basin provides campers with opportunities for swimming, biking, fishing, boating and hiking. Canoeing , kayaking, paddle boarding and power boating are among the water sports popular on the lake. Campers can walk directly from their campsite to a short nature trail, as well as the Lakeshore Trail, a National Scenic Trail that runs along the eastern shore of the lake. This 4.2 mile trail offers viewpoint of the lake and is a popular day-hike for all ages. Biking along local trails and roads is also popular. Common fish species include burbot and Kokanee salmon. Fishing in this deep mountain lake is most successful from a boat.

    Natural Features

    Sullivan Lake covers 1291 acres and has a depth of 320 feet. Hall Mountain rises abruptly from the eastern shore of the lake to a height of over 6000 feet. The densely wooded nature of the campground provides privacy at each campsite, and plenty of shade for warm summer days. Wildlife such as elk, moose, white-tailed deer, and black bears can be spotted in the area. In the fall, the surrounding forests are ablaze with the yellow foliage of western larch and aspen.

    Nearby Attractions

    The trail to the top of nearby Hall Mountain offers great views of the lake basin and surrounding mountains. Wildflowers canb abundant on this popular trail. A 20 mile drive will take you to the Salmo-Priest Wilderness area, which offers excellent hikes and rugged mountain scenery. Sullivan Lake is about four miles southeast of Metaline Falls, a quaint town with historic buildings. Crawford State Park is located on the west side of the Pend Oreille River near the U.S.- Canada border. In the summer, a park ranger conducts under-ground tours of Gardiner Cave, the main attraction at this park. Seattle City Light offers tours of their Boundary Hydroelectric Project, on the main-stem Pend Oreille River one mile from the international border.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • RVs
    • Tents

    $31 - $120 / night

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    10. Noisy Creek

    4 Reviews
    22 Photos
    42 Saves
    Metaline Falls, Washington

    Overview

    Noisy Creek Campground is located at the south end of Sullivan Lake. The campground is a perfect getaway just 20 miles from the US-Canada border. Campsites are set back from the lake. Beyond the campground are scenic mountains where hiking is popular. Fishing, swimming and boating are favorite activities.

    Recreation

    The Sullivan Lake Basin provides campers with opportunities for swimming, fishing, boating and hiking. Common fish species in the lake include burbot (ling cod) and Kokanee salmon. Fishing in this lake is most successful from a boat. Canoeing, kayaking and paddle boarding are among the water sports popular on the lake. Two major hiking trails can be accessed directly from the campground. The Lakeshore Trail is a designated National Scenic Trail that runs along the eastern shore of the lake. This 4.2 mile trail offers viewpoints of the lake and is a popular day-hike for all ages. The Noisy Creek Trail follows along the creek for two miles, and then veers sharply upslope to the top of Hall Mountain. There are rich opportunities for bird watching and wildlife viewing in general in the area. Individual animals from the Hall Mountain bighorn sheep herd sometimes pass through the campground. Cougars, bobcats and black bears can all be seen in the local area.

    Natural Features

    Sullivan Lake covers 1,291 acres and has a depth of 320 feet. Hall Mountain rises abruptly from the eastern shore of the lake to a height of over 6000 feet. Abundant western larch, aspen and cottonwood trees create vibrant colors in the area during the fall.

    Nearby Attractions

    Sullivan Lake is about four miles southeast of Metaline Falls, a quaint town with historic buildings. Crawford State Park is located on the west side of the Pend Oreille River near the U.S.- Canada border. In the summer, a park ranger conducts under-ground tours of Gardiner Cave, the main attraction at this park. Seattle City Light offers tours of their Boundary Hydroelectric Project, on the main-stem Pend Oreille River one mile from the international border.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Reservable
    • RVs
    • Tents
    • Group

    $120 / night

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  • Saraj B.The Dyrt ADMIN User
    Camper-submitted photo from Luby Bay Campground
    Oct. 21, 2024

    Luby Bay Campground

    Luby Bay Campground

    Luby Bay Campground offers a beautiful lakeside experience, with many sites featuring direct lakefront access. The campground is surrounded by trees and foliage, providing a sense of privacy, and the sites are nicely spaced apart. 

    In the back corner of the lower loop, there is designated parking for boat trailers and extra vehicles. I launched my boat at the Priest Lake Marina just a mile down the road for a small fee, but I appreciated the free trailer parking at the campground. 

    The flushing toilets were impressively clean—better than many I've encountered at other campgrounds. 

    The road through the campground is paved but narrow, roughly 1.5 vehicles wide, so backing in a trailer requires some finesse. 

    Each site comes with a bear-proof locker, which is essential for safety. The only downside was that our locker had trash bags left by the previous occupants, which hadn't been cleaned out before our arrival. This seems to be a minor oversight by the host. 

    Overall, I had a great stay and would recommend Luby Bay Campground.

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Reeder Bay Campground
    Oct. 21, 2024

    Reeder Bay Campground

    Pretty lake views from campsites

    If you can get one of the lakefront campsites, the views are phenomenal! But if you can't, the rest of the campsites are still pretty nice. The campsites are spaced apart enough so you're not too close to your neighbor. Bathrooms are adequate pit toilets. The lake is clear and cold, decent for swimming if you don't mind cold water.

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
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    Oct. 16, 2024

    Roman Nose

    Campground small campsites, not close to the lake

    I wouldn’t recommend this campground, especially if you’re hoping for a lakeside experience. The campground is actually a decent distance away, and it’s not easy to access. The road getting in is rough and bumpy, which made for an unpleasant drive. Once we arrived, the campsites were disappointingly small and cramped, making it difficult to set up comfortably. The lake itself wasn’t much better. It’s small, and the water is ice cold, so swimming wasn’t really an option. To top it off, there were no fish to be found, so fishing was a bust. Overall, between the rough road, tiny campsites, and lackluster lake, this campground just wasn’t worth the effort. There are much better options out there.

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Beehive Lake Dispersed
    Oct. 15, 2024

    Beehive Lake Dispersed

    Beautiful alpine lake, strenuous hike, trail not well marked

    This hike-in lake campground is a true alpine treasure, but be prepared to work for it! The hike to get there is pretty strenuous, with some tough climbs along the way. The trail itself isn’t well marked, so you’ll want to pay close attention or bring a good map to avoid getting off course. That said, the payoff is absolutely worth it. The alpine lake at the end of the trail is stunning—clear, pristine water surrounded by rugged mountain scenery. It’s the kind of place that feels untouched and pure. If you visit during the right season, you’ll find huckleberries everywhere, which is a sweet bonus after the tough hike in. The campground is simple but perfectly positioned to enjoy the beauty of the lake. The water is incredibly clear, perfect for a cold dip if you're brave enough! If you're up for a challenging hike and want to escape to a peaceful alpine setting, this spot is well worth the effort. Just be ready for a bit of route-finding on the trail and take advantage of the huckleberries along the way!

  • DThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Bonner County Fairgrounds
    Oct. 5, 2024

    Bonner County Fairgrounds

    Good tent spot.

    I was motorcycle tent camping. Nice spot. Only drawback would be there are train tracks and siding within hearing distance. Good bathrooms and free showers.

  • BThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Schweitzer Mountain Fire Station
    Sep. 6, 2024

    Schweitzer Mountain Fire Station

    Great place to stay

    There are some switchbacks, but it's worth the drive. There is a nice outhouse and plenty of spots - follow the signs. You're right across from the firehouse. If you park past the outhouse, there is a view of the lake. The trucks arrive at 8 am, but it's a free spot, and they weren't that bad.

  • Allie W.
    Camper-submitted photo from Kamloops Campground — Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area
    Aug. 7, 2024

    Kamloops Campground — Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area

    Great spot! We enjoyed our time!

    This campsite was overall a really good time! There's a trail that leads to the water for any of the campers or visitors to go swim at, site 13 had its own trail down to the water which was so fun to have easy access too! If you want a site with a beautiful view and flat tent spots site 9 and 10 also looked beautiful!

    If you plan to stay at the walk in sites I recommend bringing a wagon! The walk from car to campground is not far but there is a decent hill you have to walk down to the campsite.

    Pit toilet was nice and well taken care of! The hand sanitizer was out, but otherwise very clean. The only toilet is at the parking lot, so it's a short walk from the campsites.

    The other downside was bugs! SO many bee's! Especially when we ate we had to walk with our food to keep the bee's away we never got stung though!. And mosquitos at night were bad but all of it was manageable with big spray!

    Overall a great campsite, if you go during the week you might have the walk in sites all to yourself, not crowded and lots of fun!

  • Steve M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Olympic National Forest Falls View Campground
    Aug. 5, 2024

    Olympic National Forest Falls View Campground

    Dispersed camping Olympic Natl Forest F.R. 24

    Difficult to find a spot that accommodates a 30-ft rig but I managed a pull out on the side of the road with not too much dust. Beautiful silence, amazing Blue Skies and Forest all around, Fantastic waking up to dense fog.

  • Alex D.
    Camper-submitted photo from Boundary Dam Campground
    Jul. 26, 2024

    Boundary Dam Campground

    Honestly surprised this place is free

    Really well maintained, beautiful campground with great swimming water. Peewee falls is about a 10 minute kayak from the beach. Great stay. Definitely recommend staying during the week. Weekend traffic is intense.

  • Day F.
    Camper-submitted photo from Albeni Cove
    Jul. 8, 2024

    Albeni Cove

    Campsite

    Beautiful area nice camping spot good amount of shade coverage keeps us cool during the summer clean bathrooms and the camp hosts are super nice.

  • EThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Sherman Pass Overlook Campground
    Jul. 8, 2024

    Sherman Pass Overlook Campground

    Simple Stop with Lovely Views

    A great place if you’re looking for a quick overnight stop with easy highway access. Water from a hand pump well and vault toilets available. Also a nice ADA trail at site.

  • Freddie Faith M.
    Camper-submitted photo from East Sullivan
    Jun. 30, 2024

    East Sullivan

    Great campground in the wonderful Colville National Forest!

    Campsite 36 in the Pine loop is just a short walk away from a lovely lake beach that has fire pits and picnic tables. The campsite itself is very nice, large, shaded, with a decent distance from neighboring campers as far as campgrounds go. I didn't do what I usually do and walk around the campground to see what the best site is to book during future visits, but I have zero complaints about this site. We really enjoyed our stay at Lake Sullivan and our excursions to Metaline Falls, Gardner Cave, Peewee Falls, Mill Pond Historic Site, and Crescent Lake.

  • Freddie Faith M.
    Camper-submitted photo from Pioneer Park
    Jun. 30, 2024

    Pioneer Park

    One of the best campsites I've had in a campground.

    I love the Colville National Forest and enjoy discovering different campgrounds within it.

    I like to camp at Pioneer Park when I am in Newport visiting family and will always choose campsite 14! It is the best out of all the campsites there, very private, incredibly spacious, and with a nice trail to the water. I only tent camp so I don't know how accommodating it is for an RV, however.

  • Saraj B.The Dyrt ADMIN User
    Camper-submitted photo from Reeder Bay Campground
    Jun. 24, 2024

    Reeder Bay Campground

    Convenient Location

    Tent camper here 👋 This specific site wasn't lakefront but was only a short 3 min walk to gorgeous lake views and beach access. Being on the end, it was hushed with minor road noise. This site, in particular, backs up against Elkins Road, leading to the next-door resort which has a restaurant, bar, and convenience store - all in walking/stumbling distance. This campground itself has the basics: bathrooms, bear-proof trash, and water stations.

    I highly recommend this campsite and will try to book earlier in the season next time to get a lakefront site.

  • T M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Leo Campground
    Jun. 11, 2024

    Lake Leo Campground

    Quite and Neat

    Arrived to find an available site. Nice view of Lake Leo. Clean site, vault toilet's were clean and well stocked. The grounds were checked up on by the Forest Service and camp host. There are no services at the sites other than fire pits. Water is available. However, it needs filtering. Camp sites are far enough away from Highway 20 that traffic wasn't heard.

  • Marcus K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Sullivan Creek Campgrounds
    Jun. 10, 2024

    Sullivan Creek Campgrounds

    Campsite 8

    This site #8 is one of the larger sites at Sullivan Creek.

    It’s right next to the river and about 150 yards from the road.

    At the site: Fire Ring, and a bear box. Across the road there is a vaulted toilet along with a few campsites there next to each other.

    Pack in and pack out! Sullivan lake is about 2-3 miles west and priest lake is 20+ miles to the east. If you do not have a 4wd vehicle I wouldn’t recommend driving on the service road to Priest, and depending the time of year the snow pack about 10 miles in will stop you!

  • Tiffany A.
    Camper-submitted photo from Douglas Falls Grange Park Campground
    Jun. 8, 2024

    Douglas Falls Grange Park Campground

    We loved it

    What a beautiful spot! We arrived the weekend before Memorial Day weekend and stayed 3 nights. Saw eagles and deer right from our site. The vaulted toilets made life easy and the camp host was beyond friendly and helpful. The very small hike to the falls was only steps away from our site, and one of the sites you could even see the falls! We didn’t choose that one cuz it was full shade and a little noisy for my taste. The sites are roomy and pretty darn spaced out so we couldn’t hear the neighbor we had for a night. It’s about 10 min from colville, but make sure you get wood before hand, you can gather from the area, but stopping at a store to grab it costs a fortune. We might have to make this a regular spot, we loved it so much.

  • Ken C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Riley Creek Campground
    May. 8, 2024

    Riley Creek Campground

    One of our Favorite camping spots

    We try to get in here at least once or twice a year. Not easy have to book way ahead of time. But many great campsites, good privacy for the most part once you’ve learned your spots and beautiful surroundings. Love that it’s close by !!

  • Zachary S.
    Camper-submitted photo from Noisy Creek
    Mar. 7, 2024

    Noisy Creek

    Not great for tents

    Great site to connect with the lake, but didn't enjoy the tent spots available. Ground was hard and mostly prepared for RVs.

  • Jake C.The Dyrt ADMIN User
    Camper-submitted photo from The Wilds RV Campsite
    Mar. 1, 2024

    The Wilds RV Campsite

    New to the Dyrt!

    Jake from the Dyrt here! We're excited to have this campground on the Dyrt and ready for you to book, check them out and make sure to leave a review!



Guide to Ione

Camping near Ione, Washington, offers a mix of beautiful scenery and outdoor activities. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or a fun family adventure, there are plenty of campgrounds to explore.

What to do

  • Fishing and Water Sports: The Kettle Falls Campground is right next to a full-service marina, making it a great spot for fishing and water sports. One reviewer mentioned, "The marina is a popular fishing and water sport destination in the summer."
  • Hiking: Explore nearby trails like Sherman Peak and Columbia Mountain. A camper at Kettle Falls Campground noted, "Marina very close to launch boats and within driving of a number of nice trails."
  • Wildlife Viewing: Campers at Boundary Dam Campground have spotted eagles and deer right from their sites. One camper shared, "Saw eagles and deer right from our site."

What campers like

  • Clean Facilities: Many campers appreciate the cleanliness of the campgrounds. A review for Kettle Falls Campground stated, "The campground is clean and well maintained."
  • Spacious Sites: Campers at Lionhead Campground enjoy the spaciousness of the sites. One visitor said, "Tons of flat area to put down a tent."
  • Family-Friendly Atmosphere: The Beaver Lodge Resort is known for being family-friendly. A reviewer mentioned, "It's a great place to stay Fall spring and Summer."

What you should know

  • Limited Amenities: Some campgrounds, like Crescent Lake Campground, have very few amenities. A camper noted, "There is no host, store, water, or other amenities, the perfect rustic getaway!"
  • Busy on Weekends: Expect crowds during weekends at popular spots like Kettle Falls Campground. One camper advised, "If you’re looking for peace and quiet try camping during the week."
  • No Showers: Many campgrounds, including Boundary Dam Campground, do not have shower facilities. A visitor mentioned, "The bathrooms, which had flushable toilets and handwashing sinks, were well maintained."

Tips for camping with families

  • Choose the Right Time: To avoid crowds, consider visiting during the week. A camper at Kettle Falls Campground said, "During the day in week it's quiet & emptier."
  • Bring Entertainment: Kids can enjoy riding bikes around the paved loops at Kettle Falls Campground. One reviewer noted, "Kids love to ride their bikes around the paved loops for entertainment."
  • Plan for Bugs: Be prepared for bugs, especially in warmer months. A visitor at Kettle Falls Campground mentioned, "The number of bugs made it less enjoyable outside when it was warm."

Tips from RVers

  • Check Site Sizes: Some campgrounds have small sites that may not accommodate larger RVs. A camper at Boundary Dam Campground noted, "This campground seems to be designed for and attract mostly RV campers with boats."
  • Be Mindful of Hookups: Many campgrounds, like Kettle River Campground, do not have electric hookups. A reviewer mentioned, "There are no hookups so we brought our generator."
  • Arrive Early: To secure a good spot, especially on weekends, arrive early. A camper at Kettle Falls Campground advised, "The sites are small so parking a big rig will be a hassle."

Camping near Ione, Washington, has something for everyone, from families to RV enthusiasts. Just be prepared for the unique quirks of each campground, and you’re sure to have a great time!

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What camping is available near Ione, WA?

    According to TheDyrt.com, Ione, WA offers a wide range of camping options, with 165 campgrounds and RV parks near Ione, WA and 10 free dispersed camping spots.

  • Which is the most popular campground near Ione, WA?

    According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Ione, WA is Boundary Dam Campground with a 4.8-star rating from 8 reviews.

  • Where can I find free dispersed camping near Ione, WA?

    According to TheDyrt.com, there are 10 free dispersed camping spots near Ione, WA.

  • What parks are near Ione, WA?

    According to TheDyrt.com, there are 7 parks near Ione, WA that allow camping, notably Colville National Forest and Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area.