North Lake RV Park & Campground

Swimming, kayaking, and lake access draw campers to North Lake RV Park & Campground in Kettle Falls, Washington, where the water is the main draw from the moment you pull in. The campground runs year-round and accommodates everything from tent camping to large RV rigs. One reviewer noted maneuvering a 50-foot rig without difficulty, which says something about site spacing and road layout. Adjacent to the lake, the campground also sits within a short drive of a river for floating.

Sites come with tables, fire pits, and garbage cans, and the grassy open areas between sites give groups room to spread out. Full hookups are available, including electric, water, and sewer, alongside showers and restrooms that reviewers called clean and functional. Reservations are available, which makes sense for summer weekends when group sites tend to fill. Pets are welcome throughout.

A few practical notes worth knowing before you go: cell coverage is spotty, so plan accordingly. Bees are active during the day and mosquitoes pick up at night, so pack repellent. Craig S. put it simply: "Super rustic, tons of things for kids to get into." Those wanting a different setup nearby can look at North Lake Roosevelt Resort or Kamloops Island Campground, both within a mile. Campers researching camping near Boyds will find this stretch of the Columbia River corridor has several options clustered close together.