Colville National Forest runs the Edgewater Campground along the banks of the Pend Oreille River near campgrounds near Ione, where sites are arranged with enough tree cover between them to give each one a degree of separation from neighbors. The campground is open year-round and sits within driving, walking, or boating distance of the water, with a boat launch on-site that anglers and paddlers use regularly. Cell service is limited to nonexistent here, which reviewers note as a feature rather than a drawback.
Sites are large and include fire pits, picnic tables, tent pads, and bear-proof food storage. Drinking water is available from spigots near the sites, and vault toilets are maintained with regular cleaning. Firewood is sold by the campground host. The access road draws attention in reviews, with some visitors noting rough conditions, so those towing large rigs should approach with care despite the listed maximum length of 72 feet. No pets are permitted.
Eddy R. calls it "a great campground with river access and boat launch," and that sums up the core draw: direct water access in a forested setting with functional amenities. Nearby alternatives include Campbell Park at Box Canyon Dam 1.8 miles north and Sullivan Lake West Campground to the northeast, which one reviewer noted has a day-use beach area. Edgewater works best for anglers, boaters, and campers who want river-front access without hookups.
Description
Overview
Edgewater Campground is perched along the banks of the Pend Oreille River in the Colville National Forest. The quiet, family-friendly campground attracts visitors who come for boating, hiking and fishing. The picturesque area, surrounded by cedar, hemlock and Douglas fir, boasts views of the Selkirk Mountains.
Recreation
Trout and bass fishing is great for avid anglers. A boat ramp is located on-site. Hikers enjoy exploring nearby Terry Trail and Box Canyon. Wildlife watching for moose, white-tailed deer and the endangered woodland caribou is another popular activity.
Facilities
Parking spurs are gravel and grass and can accommodate any size RV. A campground host is on-site, and firewood is available for sale. Amenities inc lude vault toilets, drinking water and trash collection.
Natural Features
The campground sits on a bluff on the east bank of the river at an elevation of 2,000 feet. Many campsites offer a scenic view of the river. The forest floor is covered with thimbleberry, wild rose and other shrubs. The 1.1 million acre Colville National Forest lies in the northeast corner of Washington. The forest's great salmon runs first attracted native Americans to the area, then miners, homesteaders and fur trappers followed. The variety of resources and natural beauty in the region continues to attract visitors. Three mountain ranges, the Okanogan, Kettle River and Selkirk, run through the Colville Forest.
Nearby Attractions
Sweet Creek Falls is located just north of the city of Ione.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsEdgewater Campground is located in Washington near Ione
Directions
The campground is located approximately 90 miles north of Spokane, WA. After crossing the Ione Bridge eastbound over the Pend Oreille River, look for the Edgewater Campground sign and immediately turn left. The campground is located 2 miles north of the bridge on Box Canyon Road.
Address
GENERAL P.O. BOX
Ione, WA 99139
Coordinates
48.7558333 N
117.4058333 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage- VerizonNo Coverage
AT&TLTESome CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 7/15/26
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TLTESome CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 7/15/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Tent Cabin
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Firewood Available
- Reservable
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 1 hr 38 min from Spokane, WA
- 1 hr 45 min from Coeur d'Alene, ID
- 3 hrs 22 min from Lewiston, ID
- 4 hrs 20 min from Wenatchee, WA
