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Fishtrap Recreation Area near St. John offers free dispersed camping on Bureau of Land Management land where pets are welcome. The large gravel parking area includes tent and RV access with fire rings and toilet facilities. Most campers report the area provides quiet, open sites with excellent opportunities for stargazing. Several reviewers note the convenience of this location as an overnight stop during longer journeys, with some mentioning they were the only campers present on weeknights.
Escure Ranch/Rock Creek Recreation Area provides another pet-friendly campground option approximately 36 miles south of St. John. This primitive BLM site features picnic tables, trash collection, and toilet facilities while remaining free to use. The area includes hiking trails where dogs can join their owners exploring Washington's Channeled Scablands and viewing Towell Falls. Visitors should be aware of rattlesnake presence during warmer months when camping with pets. The flat terrain makes this location reasonably accessible for people with mobility restrictions, though the last two miles of access road can be rough and require a vehicle with adequate clearance.
"Arrived early in the afternoon and got the last spot, looked to be a lot of people staying longer term; but still was quiet and there are lots of places to walk with pets/explore around camp."
"Pet friendly and honestly it doesn’t feel like this place is well known. I don’t find many folks there every time I go."
"Me and my dog had a great time and running RC cars had good cell service satellite service."
"Stayed for a night to breakup a long drive. Arrived Monday evening and was the only one here. It’s just a large gravel parking lot with a single vault toilet, no other services."
"The last two miles driving in is a rough dirt road, and a vehicle with ground clearance is highly desirable."
"The drive was mostly dirt roads. I managed just fine in a Subaru for context. The hike itself was incredible and a bit primitive at points. Bring bug spray and maybe a machete lol."
"This is a primitive site on an island in Bonnie Lake in Eastern Washington. Bonnie lake is a canyon lake, about 4 miles long and narrow."
"After visiting nearby Palouse Falls, we found this great free place to camp on BLM land near Escure Ranch in eastern Washington."
"I love coming here whenever I visit Washington. I’ve grown up around this place and will always love it"
"So many chipmunks, dog friendly, well organized. Fairly cheap and good for families."
from $25 / night
Check Availability"Nice quiet spot on the lake and pet friendly"
"Cool breeze off the water and a very happy dog."
from $65 - $85 / night
Check Availability"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 - $111 / night
Check Availability"This is a small campground just on the edge of town in Cheney Washington."
"Small campground just outside of Cheney. Clean restrooms and showers. Has a game room and laundry facility. Friendly staff."
TravelerVery flat spot several miles off ethe interstate. Small 2 lane road next to it. Lots of sites, nothing marked just back in and hang out. No water and electricity, but great for FREE! Convience store down the road with gas and a few things.
Travelercar camped at this location. parking lot is bright at night and highway noise was loud but it was a free place to sleep! they just ask that you check in at customer service before staying the night.
RangerReviewed by: The Crew at Hitched4fun.com
If you are traveling through the Inland Northwest along the Interstate 90 or US-2 corridors on your way to or from Glacier National Park, Northern Quest RV Resort in Airway Heights (just west of Spokane) is a premier place to pull in. We stopped here along our route, and it immediately stood out as one of the cleanest, most manicured RV resorts we’ve stayed at.
Site Quality and Resort Atmosphere
The standard of maintenance across this entire property is top-tier:
Resort Perks and Casino Shuttle
You get all the conveniences of a luxury resort without having to unhook your tow vehicle to go explore:
The Hitched4fun Verdict
Northern Quest RV Resort strikes the perfect balance between high-end RV resort luxury and effortless road-trip practicality. Between the pristine green grass pads, spotless grounds, ultra-convenient fueling, and complimentary casino shuttle, it takes all the friction out of a travel day. It is an outstanding stopover for big rigs and road-trippers alike, and our crew would gladly stay here again.
Rating: 5 out of 5 Stars— Highly Recommended by the Hitched4fun.com crew!
GuideI've been staying here for about a week. It's very clean and well kept. The neighbors all seem to keep to themselves. Not a lot of shade but there are trees around the outside of the park. Getting in and out of the camping spots is very easy. We have full hook ups and WiFi is included along with water but you do get charged for electricity. Long term camping requires a background check but it's the best rate for such amenities. (My winter rate is 636 for 28 days). The only complaint I have is the noise. There is a lot of road noise throughout the day and a lot of the night. This isn't really the park's fault though, Spokane is noisy.
GuideWe called while we were on our way. First that is not the telephone number.We finally talked to the lady who was scattered , not there and didn’t meet us there. A lady from the city met us and when we said we didn’t want to spend $50 for an empty lot in the warehouse district. She let us camp for free at the city park. It is not set up for RVs but she said they do let tent campers stay there. Call the city. Oh it is now called the Dusty Boot I believe.
RangerNot far off the main, road was decent. Not a ton of shade but good places to park or pop a tent. Only a few flies, really pretty scenery. Good cell signal, nice place.
GuideWe are normally boondockers but stayed here one night to restock, shower and do laundry. It was $92 with tax ($75 without) but was worth it. The laundry was $3.25 per wash or dry, so a little pricey but the dryers were HOT. We could've done 2 wash loads and gotten them both dry with one dryer payment. The showers were clean and hot. Campground was meticulously clean and quiet (some highway noise). We even got a workout in (with our own equipment) in their community room. And the front desk attendant was friendly and very helpful.
TravelerWasted a lot of time to discover the campground is closed, and is still not for military personnel. A military ID is required to enter, when it’s open
TravelerNice free spot for campervan, sign said camping limit 14 days.
Dispersed camping near St. John, Washington provides access to the channeled scablands region formed by ancient glacial floods. Located in eastern Washington at approximately 1,950 feet elevation, this area experiences hot, dry summers and cold winters with limited rainfall year-round. The terrain consists primarily of rolling hills with exposed basalt formations and sparse vegetation.
Hiking at Fishtrap Recreation Area: This BLM land features several hiking trails connecting to the camping area. "There is a nice hiking trail behind it. Worth a stop, but not for long term camping," notes one visitor to Fishtrap Recreation Area.
Wildlife viewing: The region supports diverse wildlife including wild turkeys, coyotes, and various bird species. "We experience wild turkeys, a variety of birds, the sound of coyotes not far, field squirrels and snakes," reports a camper at Fishtrap Recreation Area.
Stargazing opportunities: Limited light pollution creates exceptional night sky viewing. "The night skies are particularly dark because you're a long way from any civilization," mentions a visitor to Escure Ranch/Rock Creek Recreation Area. Another camper adds, "The stars at night were amazing."
Solitude and quiet: Many sites remain uncrowded, especially on weekdays. At Hog Lake Campground, one camper notes, "This spot has made many memories for me... honestly it doesn't feel like this place is well known. I don't find many folks there every time I go."
Accessibility: Most dispersed sites feature reasonably passable roads for standard vehicles. "Road is decent the 02 Outback handled them loaded," reports one Fishtrap visitor.
Free camping options: All BLM sites in the area provide no-cost camping. "Great free camping near Spokane and supplies," mentions a camper at Fishtrap Recreation Area.
Lake access: Several sites offer access to water for fishing or paddling. "We have a 21ft trailer towed behind a pickup truck and it's able to fit in most spots. None of these are really official spots (not flattened or bordered) but it's a nice place to pass through," explains a visitor at Hog Lake Campground.
Limited facilities: Most dispersed sites have minimal amenities. "There is trash dumpster and 1 porta potty that when we were here was kinda gross. Use your own if you have one," advises a Fishtrap camper.
Weather considerations: Summer temperatures can reach 90°F+ with minimal shade. "It was too hot for us to hang around. Not many spots with shade," notes one visitor to Fishtrap.
Road conditions: Access roads may deteriorate seasonally. "The last two miles driving in is a rough dirt road, and a vehicle with ground clearance is highly desirable," warns a visitor to Rock Creek BLM Campground.
Busy periods: Weekend traffic increases significantly compared to weekdays. "Incredibly busy for a Tuesday night, people were pulling in all hours of the night. I'm guessing, like me maybe, they are pulling in for overnighters on a longer road trip," explains a Hog Lake camper.
Wildlife safety: Teach children about local wildlife awareness. "We didn't see any at the campground but they are known for being in the area in spades," mentions a visitor to Escure Ranch regarding rattlesnakes.
Activities for children: Bring games and activities as sites have limited built-in recreation. At Kamiak Butte County Park, a family reports, "Very nice playground in the day use area" and "Super cute small campground. So many chipmunks, dog friendly, well organized. Fairly cheap and good for families."
Site selection: Choose sites with natural shade where possible. "We did end up finding a spot in our tent, but this is site is much easier with an RV or van," notes a Fishtrap camper.
Level sites: Many dispersed areas feature uneven terrain. At Hog Lake, one RVer explains, "Many of the spots are RV accessible a decent gravel road goes through the entire area. Very little traffic people seem to care about the area cuz it's really clean."
Water planning: No hookups available at dispersed sites. "No hookups excellent phone service cell phone towers just around the corner," mentions a Hog Lake camper.
Space considerations: Larger rigs should research site dimensions in advance. "The spaces are all different some more level and others," notes a visitor to Sprague Lake Resort, one of the few dog friendly campgrounds near St. John with full hookup options.
Dump station access: Plan for waste management as most dispersed sites lack facilities. "The sites are designed for people with horses and RVs. Tent camping was a little rough but worked," explains a Rock Creek BLM visitor.
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