RV campgrounds near Ritzville, Washington serve travelers along the I-90 corridor at 1,800 feet elevation in the dry, wheat farming region of eastern Washington. Summer temperatures regularly exceed 90°F while winter brings below-freezing conditions and occasional snow. Most RV parks remain open year-round despite seasonal temperature swings of over 70 degrees between summer and winter.
What to do
Golfing access: Odessa Golf & RV Park offers direct access to the course with 30-amp hookups and basic amenities. Just 30 miles southeast, Warden Lake RV Resort provides security and recreation. "A hidden gem near moses lake, wa. Easy to find from I-90. Very friendly staff. Good lake for fishing trout," notes one visitor.
Fishing opportunities: Within 45 minutes of Ritzville, several lakes and reservoirs offer trout and bass fishing. The Tucannon River area provides river access about 70 miles south. "Close to Tucannon and Snake Rivers. Open year round," mentions one camper about the local waterways.
Small town exploration: The region contains several small agricultural communities with local restaurants and shops. In Wilbur, "great burgers at Billy's Burgers, a really great spot for a stopover or as a base to Lake Roosevelt. Long and short-term stays are here, but nothing seems run-down or questionable."
What campers like
Private bathrooms: Coyote Run RV Park features individual bathroom facilities. "Nice private bathroom/shower combo. Clean and heated. Laundry room. Water and power hookups," writes one camper. Another noted, "I did not look at the bathrooms and laundry but they looked very nice."
Spacious sites: Many area campgrounds offer wider spacing than typical RV parks. At Tucannon River RV Park, "Finally a park where you have a little space between RVs. Full RV hook-up and internet for $35 per night. The owner drives through the park daily to say 'Hi' and check on you visit."
Quiet surroundings: Despite highway proximity, several parks maintain peaceful environments. "Quiet except for train noise (not that bad). Clean restrooms and shower. Pleasant manager. Small grocery and Mexican restaurant a short drive away about a mile," reports one visitor to Peaceful Pines.
What you should know
Limited dining options: Small towns in the region often have restricted dining hours. One camper noted, "Be aware that on Sundays, every restaurant is closed!" Plan meals accordingly when staying at these rural locations.
Highway noise levels: Some parks experience traffic sound from nearby highways. "There is road noise audible inside the rig from accelerating/decelerating trucks but not awful," explains one RVer about Coyote Run, while others report quieter conditions at parks farther from main roads.
Internet connectivity: WiFi quality varies significantly between parks. At Peaceful Pines RV Park & Campground, "RV park wi-fi was pretty bad. AT&T cell service worked great when 5G was shut off and used LTE instead." Other parks report no cell service but functional WiFi.
Tips for camping with families
Game room access: Some facilities offer indoor recreation options for children. "Amenities include bath house, laundry, and game room. Tent spaces are very spacious," writes a visitor about Peaceful Pines RV Park.
Pet policies: Review pet rules before booking as they vary significantly. "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," reports one camper.
Grassy play areas: Several parks maintain grass areas for recreation. At Goose Creek RV Park, campers appreciate the "Green, lush grass. Restrooms, showers and laundry are available, full hookups for all sized rigs (30/50)."
Tips from RVers
Pull-through accessibility: Goose Creek RV Park & Campground offers convenient access. "We tend to stay away from RV parks and being packed in like sardines in a can but this one has spacious sites that are almost all PULL THROUGH which we always love."
Propane availability: Several campgrounds provide propane refill service. "Full hookups, propane refill and a pool. Clubhouse serves food and does have full service bar during golfing hours (9-5)," notes one camper about amenities in the area. Another mentions, "There is propane fill here at $3.50/gal, not bad."
RV essentials shopping: Many parks stock basic supplies. "The park store was really well-stocked with RV essentials, impressive for how small the space is. Another gem in town was steps away, a hardware store, where I purchased everything I needed for some cabinet repairs to my trailer."
