Liberty Lake Regional Park and surrounding campgrounds serve visitors from May through September in Washington's northern panhandle. The area sits at elevations ranging from 2,000 to 2,500 feet with moderate summer temperatures averaging 75-85°F during peak camping season. Most campgrounds in the region maintain facilities with hookups for RVs while several offer luxury accommodations for glamping enthusiasts.
What to do
Hiking trails: Liberty Lake Regional Park offers extensive trail systems for day hiking. "It is a nice site that is known for its hiking trail. It is also close to play structure and small beach. It has paved/gravel roads," notes Angel A. about Liberty Lake Regional Park.
Swimming access: The sandy beach areas provide summer swimming options with minimal facilities. "The campground is close to the water and lots of picnic areas. The RV spots are pretty close, but is surrounded by nature and trails," explains Theresa G. about Liberty Lake's waterfront.
Wildlife viewing: Forested campgrounds support diverse animal populations. "We were there over July 4th weekend and they had a fireworks display on the beach. There were deer in the campground every day, we saw moose, owls, pilated woodpecker, and hawks," reports Joel R. about Riverside State Park.
What campers like
Private tent sites: Some campgrounds offer secluded spaces despite proximity to urban areas. "I stayed in the tent part of the campground, and the sites (especially the first few) are awfully close. This is a great campground for camping with friends but I don't recommend it for a quiet getaway," mentions Annika W. about Liberty Lake Regional Park.
Outdoor kitchens: Communal cooking areas create social camping experiences. "Site had outdoor kitchens and several showers. Would stay again if in area. If you purchase wood they deliver to your site," reports Debbie S. about Camp Coeur D'Alene.
Free equipment rentals: Some properties provide complimentary recreational equipment. "We were lucky enough to land the island campground which made the whole experience amazing! This place has great amenities (free canoes, hot showers, flush toilets, free firewood) which made it the nicest campground I had been to for awhile," shares Jared about Camp Coeur D'Alene.
What you should know
Reservation requirements: Most campgrounds fill quickly during summer months. "We pulled in to the public park and the attendant told us to check with the camp host even tho the sign said full. We had our choice of two tent sites for our conversion van. We selected a shaded spot. They had ice for sale and take credit cards," explains Beth M. about Liberty Lake Regional Park.
Noise considerations: Highway proximity affects some camping locations. "Next to a loud and busy highway. Clean tho. This campground is next to the interstate. I called last minute as we were driving through and was offered a tent site next to 'the creek'—turns out the creek is the ditch between the highway and campsite," cautions Ashlee B. about Wolf Lodge Campground.
Cost variations: Glamping close to Liberty Lake, Washington ranges widely in price. "Only reason I am not giving this five stars that's because it runs between 35 to 75 a night to stay there ranging from camping to full RV hookup. However, it is very close to Spokane and has beautiful hiking trails," notes Steve M.
Tips for camping with families
Theme park proximity: Silverwood Theme Park connects directly to camping facilities for easy access. "Super Convenient to silverwood and wonderful amenities. A slamdunk if you're going to silverwood. The amenities are nice - showers, bathrooms, great little store. Spaces feel spaced out," recommends Jennifer H. about Silverwood RV Park.
Playground access: Kid-friendly facilities enhance family camping experiences. "This place is an absolute gem! They have a beautiful pool, basketball court, volleyball area and small playground. They even have a shuttle to Silverwood," explains Marisa S. about Ravenwood RV Resort.
Level sites: Look for campsites with level terrain for easier tent setup. "Nice cozy camp site. Can be a bit crowded but is nice here. Cell service is solid att and Verizon. Nice hiking and cycling trails. Lake looks pretty but didn't go in," shares Adam B. about Liberty Lake Regional Park.
Tips from RVers
Hookup availability: Full-service sites often require advance booking. "We spent 3 weeks at Liberty Lake Regional Park while visiting our son and grandkids in Spokane. The road in is a little narrow, but once in, it's a great little campground. Most of the sites are fairly level. They provide a fire pit if you want one," advises Joel R.
Dump station locations: Know where to empty tanks when booking partial hookup sites. "The dump station is quite a drive, back out, up the hill," warns Joel R. about Liberty Lake Regional Park.
RV length limits: Check maximum vehicle size before booking. "The largest site length is 45 feet, so large RVs won't fit. Reservations can be made online. It is very close to the city, so you can eat out if you don't want to cook," notes Joel R. about Riverside State Park.
