Cabin camping near Usk, Washington offers diverse accommodations across varying terrain from the hills near Newport to the lakeshores around Loon Lake. Most cabins in the area maintain rustic appeal with basic amenities, while providing convenient access to fishing lakes and hiking trails throughout Pend Oreille County. Winter temperatures can drop below freezing, making the year-round cabin options particularly valuable for cold-weather visitors.
What to do
Fishing at local lakes: Jump Off Joe Lake provides excellent fishing opportunities with lake access directly from the resort property. According to one visitor, "The lake is small and warm. There is great fishing. The spots are a bit close together unless you have a large group."
Suspension bridge hiking: Bowl and Pitcher Campground offers unique hiking trails featuring a suspension bridge over the Spokane River. A visitor notes, "My favorite thing was the suspension bridge over the river. Lots of space for swimming and fishing!" The trails are accessible year-round but can get buggy in summer.
Summer swimming: Silver Beach Resort offers lake swimming with designated beach areas for families. "The lake is BEAUTIFUL - a bit windy but great to paddle around on when the wind is calm," explains one camper. The swimming areas are typically open during operational months from mid-April through October.
What campers like
Private wooded sites: Some cabins offer more seclusion than others. At Thousand Trails Little Diamond, campers appreciate the natural setting: "We love the private campsites. They have daily activities if you want to keep busy or keep the kids busy." Cabins are situated among pine trees for natural shade.
Lakefront access: Most cabin locations provide direct or nearby lake access for recreation. One visitor to Jump Off Joe Lake Resort noted, "Beautiful location, fishing, camping; cabins, tents or RV. Swimming with floating dock, and playground area."
On-site amenities: Many properties offer additional facilities beyond basic cabin accommodations. A camper at Thousand Trails Little Diamond mentioned, "They have a pool, hot tub, nice lake for fishing and boating, laundry facilities that take cards, and everything else that KOAs offer."
What you should know
Seasonal operation: Many cabin facilities operate seasonally. Jump Off Joe Lake Resort and RV Park runs "seasonally from April through October with cabin rentals that include electric hookups, water, and access to showers and toilets."
Bed linens not included: Most cabins provide beds without linens. Prepare to bring your own sheets, pillows, and towels unless specifically noted otherwise by the property.
Proximity to neighbors: Some cabin sites offer limited privacy. A visitor to Shore Acres Resort observed, "It's a really unique spot right on the shores of Loon Lake in Washington State. It's a bit remote for one night, but if you're planning a family reunion over a long weekend or something, this would be a great spot."
Tips for camping with families
Playground access: Look for cabins near play areas for convenience. A visitor to Jump Off Joe Lake Resort mentioned, "Swimming with floating dock, and playground area" making it easier to keep children entertained.
Kid-friendly activities: Deer Lake Resort offers various activities suitable for children. "This place has it all! Showers, weekend breakfast, a store, a kayak launch, you name it. This is a great place to come with your family and enjoy a day on the lake," noted one camper.
Site selection matters: Choose sites strategically based on family needs. One visitor advised, "If you are camping with kids the spots closer to the playground equipment are perfect." Some resorts offer cabin clusters ideal for multi-family gatherings.
Tips from RVers
Site hookup positioning: At Beaver Lodge Resort, RVers noted challenges with utility placements: "The electric was at the front and shared, only one 30 and one 50, and the water/sewer was at the back end. We needed a 50' hose to reach and the electric was tight." Bring extension cords and longer hoses than typically needed.
Tight navigation: Several campgrounds have narrow access roads. One RVer observed, "The spot we had for a 29' was a little tight but there was enough room between the RVs. Problem we had was that much of the grounds were empty but we had a camper on either side."
Cabin alternatives: When RV sites are unavailable, cabins provide comfortable alternatives. "The cabins are rustic but clean. We now bring our RV and really enjoy our stays here," reported one regular visitor to Beaver Lodge Resort.
