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Dog-Friendly Camping near Nine Mile Falls, WA

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    Riverside State Park campgrounds welcome pets throughout their Nine Mile Falls camping areas, with both Bowl and Pitcher Campground and Nine Mile Recreation Area maintaining pet-friendly policies. Leashed pets must remain under physical control on a leash no longer than eight feet when outside vehicles or tents. The campgrounds provide picnic tables and fire rings at each site, with multiple accommodation options including tent sites, RV spots with hookups, and select pet-friendly cabins. Northern Quest RV Resort and Willow Bay RV Resort & Marina also accommodate pets with dedicated walking areas and waste stations. Restroom facilities remain clean and well-maintained across most campgrounds, though the Nine Mile Recreation Area experiences seasonal goose droppings that can impact beach access during summer months.

    Multiple hiking trails connect directly from Riverside State Park campgrounds, offering miles of pet-friendly routes along the Spokane River. The Bowl and Pitcher area features a suspension bridge that crosses over dramatic rock formations, providing excellent photo opportunities with leashed dogs. Dog owners should note that summer temperatures frequently exceed 90°F, necessitating extra water and morning exercise schedules. Wildlife encounters remain common throughout the area, requiring proper leash control to prevent conflicts with deer, turkeys, and occasional moose. Campers report generous-sized sites at Bowl and Pitcher campground, though the proximity between sites offers minimal privacy during peak summer weekends. The Nine Mile Recreation Area provides water access for dogs that enjoy swimming, though the area remains closed during off-season months.

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    Best Dog-Friendly Campgrounds near Nine Mile Falls (121)

      1. Bowl and Pitcher Campground — Riverside State Park

      4.2(31)6mi from Nine Mile Falls40 sitesRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "Standard State Park facilities set near downtown Spokane in a beautiful river gorge. You don't feel close to the city at all here with plenty of space to hike and bike. The dogs loved it too."

      "Multiple water spigots close by. Lots of walking trails nearby and a cool suspension bridge over the river. Other than the lack of solitude, absolutely no complaints."

      from $12 - $141 / night

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      2. Dragoon Creek Campground

      3.9(19)9mi from Nine Mile FallsRVs, Tents

      "Stayed here with my dog, pet friendly but the animals must be on a leash. Camp hosts are very attentive and make multiple rounds which is nice. Follow all posted rules and you’ll have a blast."

      "It does require a Washington park pass and there is a camp post that comes around multiple times during the day to check everyone’s and make sure they are not extending their stay past the limit."

      3. Lake Spokane Campground—Riverside State Park

      4.8(14)11mi from Nine Mile Falls22 sitesRVs, Tents

      "Good dog walking around the area."

      "The camp ground we stayed at was maintained nicely and was very spacious where we weren't too close to our neighbors but were close enough to holler some of our camp fire stories around night time."

      from $12 - $68 / night

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      4. Northern Quest RV Resort

      4.8(9)8mi from Nine Mile FallsRVs, Cabins

      "This is a newer campground in Airway Heights very close to the Spokane Airport and near the Northern Quest Casino."

      "Pool was closed, fairly quiet but everyone has a dog."

      from $65 - $75 / night

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      5. Spokane KOA Journey

      3.5(34)19mi from Nine Mile FallsRVs, Tents, Cabins

      "Sites were narrow had to ask a fellow camper to move his truck was very difficul to manuver the camp ground streets Large beautiful trees Facilities were clean Laundry was adequate Dog poop everywhere"

      "It is located in between Spokane proper and Coeur d'Alene (so Spokane Valley). There are tons of spots to choose from, but it gets pretty busy in the summer."

      from $50 - $300 / night

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      6. Nine Mile Recreation Area — Riverside State Park

      3.3(7)2mi from Nine Mile FallsTents

      "The toilets were nice and clean and there’s a nearby walking path through the woods that was covered in wildflowers!"

      "The resort is right on Long Lake, there is an area to swim, and it’s a good spot for waterskiing. There are picnic pavilions and a boat launch, and lots of camping sites."

      7. Riverside State Park Equestrian Campground — Riverside State Park

      5.0(4)7mi from Nine Mile Falls21 sites

      "This area accesses many miles of hiking/biking/horseback trails along the scenic Spokane River, but the campground itself is reserved for equestrians."

      from $31 - $46 / night

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      8. Willow Creek Retreat

      4.7(6)12mi from Nine Mile Falls6 sitesRVs, Tents

      "There is an airport near by but I only heard one plane during our stay! Would love to stay here longer next time!"

      "I loved being out near the pastures, with plenty of adorable and sweet animals. The host is so kind and responsive and I am so grateful to her for opening the property up to campers :) 12/10!!"

      from $50 - $79 / night

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      9. Willow Bay RV Resort & Marina

      3.6(5)9mi from Nine Mile FallsRVs, Tents

      "We were heading to Lake Spokane Campground (LSC) and saw this site as we drove passed and thought it looked beautiful. We were put off by the reviews so carried onto LSC."

      "Wonderful location on Lake Spokane, disappointing facilities not maintained"

      from $30 - $97 / night

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      10. Fairchild AFB FamCamp

      4.4(5)12mi from Nine Mile FallsRVs, Tents

      "If you have access to military facilities I strongly recommend it."

      "It is fairly close to base amenities. Nice commissary and PX store on base."

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    Dog-Friendly Camping Reviews near Nine Mile Falls, WA

    809 Reviews of 121 Nine Mile Falls Campgrounds


    • Rachel A.
      Aug. 4, 2020

      North Spokane RV Campground

      Well maintained and manicured

      Very clean with all the trim :) space between units, a dog park and playground, and nearby to restaurants while being just far enough on the edge of town to feel as such

    • Austin C.The Dyrt PRO User
      Aug. 23, 2021

      Wolf Lodge Campground

      RV Park few miles from Couer D'Alene

      Standard RV park with full hookups, bathrooms, showers, basic store, and dog park.  Decent amount of highway noise

    • Nancy C.The Dyrt PRO User
      Aug. 1, 2021

      River Walk RV Park

      Parking lot near river and bike trail

      It is hard to find many positives about this place. It has nothing to do with the people, but only about the "campground". It is a parking lot. No grass. Very tight. Lots of seasonal folks. There is a dog park. It Is right on the river. It is right on the bike trail. It is close to town. Beyond that. There is nothing that I deem attractive or desirable about this place. So for me personally, we passed. Please check out the photos and judge for yourself.

    • NThe Dyrt PRO User
      Sep. 2, 2023

      Soaring Hawk RV Resort

      Great park

      Quiet, spacious, beautiful smell of pine trees. Wouldn’t want to drive in after dark though. Two large dog parks. Park is gravel and you may need to do a little leveling, but it isn’t bad at all. Had enough room to park my 44’ rig and my truck right next to it. Would definitely come here again.

    • B
      Jul. 8, 2022

      Peaceful Pines RV Park & Campground

      Week Stay

      I’ve never been so harassed before by a campground for having a pet. Definitely not pet friendly. There is literally one tree they make you stay at and you can’t walk the campground with your dog.

    • David B.The Dyrt PRO User
      Jun. 17, 2026

      Northern Quest RV Resort

      Great NEW location

      This is a newer campground in Airway Heights very close to the Spokane Airport and near the Northern Quest Casino. The campground has a pool, gym, dog park, and has free shuttle service to casino and airport. Very nice bathrooms (just not enough) also the trees are small, but once the trees mature there will be nice shade areas. Lots to do in the area and shopping very close. End of the day I will be staying here again.

    • Kevin K.
      Jul. 4, 2022

      Soaring Hawk RV Resort

      Great stat

      Great new campground right outside of Plummer. There's been some sort of entertainment each night we've been here, fire dancers Friday and Saturday, a 4th of july bbq, 2 bands and fireworks at midnight tonight. There's several different sections to stay in, a dog park, lodge and laundry area. I would definitely come again.

    • Joel R.The Dyrt PRO User
      Jun. 3, 2021

      Liberty Lake RV Campground

      Looks like a parking lot with RVs

      This is a newer RV park in Liberty Lake. They have only been open 2 years. Liberty Lake is between Spokane, WA and Coeur d’Alene ID. There are about 130 spaces or so, with concrete pads and paved streets. There is grass between sites, but they are much too close to be comfortable, and there is no shade! And, the rules!!! Lots more rules than most other camping areas.’ It also appears many of the residents are semi-permanent. They have free cable snd wifi, a dog park, playground, swimming pool, laundry, and dump station. The sites are 30/50 amp, most are pull through but the outer ring is back in. They also have propane. They are on the pricy side: an outside loop 50 ft. Site is $74/night. Good Sam gets you a 10% discount. It is easy access to I-90 both East and west.

    • S
      Jan. 11, 2025

      Coeur d'Alene RV Resort

      Nice Public Bldg

      We stayed the night in January and had a late check-in. Paid $69 and had access to full hookups. If you are not there before 5 pm they will not share the code for the bathrooms, etc so beware! Neighbors are told not to give out the code so we had quite a time trying to get in! The public building has bathrooms, laundry, pool, small store and a nice lounge. Lots are quite close together but it is neatly laid out with a few dog parks.


    Guide to Nine Mile Falls

    Camping options near Nine Mile Falls include lakeside sites along the Spokane River, providing access to water recreation during summer months. Nine Mile Falls sits at approximately 1,600 feet elevation with summer temperatures regularly reaching 90°F or higher. The camping season typically runs from May through September with most campgrounds closing during winter months.

    What to do

    Swimming access: Lake Spokane Campground offers designated swimming areas with concrete access slabs. "The swim area doesn't appear to be toddler friendly as it isn't a gradual incline into the water. There is a single ramp for access however," notes Nanette C.

    Hiking trail networks: Bowl and Pitcher campground connects to extensive trail systems. "Lots of hiking trails along the Spokane River," explains Joel R., who appreciates the convenience of trail access from camp.

    Horseback riding opportunities: Riverside State Park Equestrian Campground provides specialized facilities for equestrian campers. "This area accesses many miles of hiking/biking/horseback trails along the scenic Spokane River, but the campground itself is reserved for equestrians. There is also an arena, round pen, and trail training course a quarter mile up the road from the campground," explains Gary M.

    Fishing spots: Lakeside campgrounds provide fishing access throughout the region. "Lots of space for swimming and fishing!" shares Mary C. about her experience at Riverside State Park.

    What campers like

    Proximity to Spokane: Located just outside the city limits, these campgrounds provide quick urban access. "It is very close to the city, so you can eat out if you don't want to cook," reports Joel R. about Bowl and Pitcher Campground.

    Clean facilities: Many campgrounds maintain well-kept restrooms and shower facilities. "The bathrooms were LARGE and pretty clean. Good laundry facility," reports Kristen M. about Spokane KOA Journey.

    Quiet atmosphere: Despite proximity to Spokane, campgrounds maintain a peaceful setting. "We actually live right down the road from this park and now a days, hike here regularly. This is a nice little campground with plenty of tent sites and trails to check out. It is really close to Spokane but is nestled in such a way that you would not realize the city is there," shares Terrie M.

    Level campsites: Lake Spokane Campground offers well-maintained, flat camping areas. "The site was flat and spacious—easily fit both of our 12ft Gazelle tents with room to spare, and parking two vehicles was no issue," notes Skyla D.

    What you should know

    Seasonal closures: Most campgrounds operate May through September. "Hopefully just for the winter," reports Hall M. about Dragoon Creek Campground's closure during colder months.

    Railroad noise: Some campgrounds experience train disturbances. "It is right next to an active railroad, so bring earplugs if you don't want to be woken up by trains several times," advises Kristen M. about Spokane KOA Journey.

    Insect considerations: Dragoon Creek Campground has reported wasp issues during summer months. "This campground has way, way too many bees. They are a nuisance can't relax without having to worry about a bee flying in your face. Worst campground in this state for bees," warns Aaron B.

    Frequently Asked Questions

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    According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular dog-friendly campground near Nine Mile Falls, WA is Bowl and Pitcher Campground — Riverside State Park with a 4.2-star rating from 31 reviews.

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