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Jones Bay Campground — Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area

Jones Bay Campground, near Wilbur, Washington, is a fantastic spot for those looking to immerse themselves in nature without the frills. This place is all about the basics—think primitive camping with no running water, but you’ll find vault toilets and fire rings to keep things comfortable while you enjoy the stunning views of the canyon and surrounding rock formations.

The campground is perfect for tent and RV camping, with sites that offer a bit of space between them, making it feel more secluded. Visitors rave about the breathtaking scenery, especially the views of Steamboat Rock and the peaceful sounds of crickets and frogs at night. One camper noted, “The stars and moon shine stunningly on the beach!”—a testament to the clear skies you can expect here.

If you’re up for some adventure, you’re in luck! Jones Bay is a great launching point for hiking trails like those at Steamboat Rock and Northrup Canyon. Plus, with access to the sandy shores of Lake Roosevelt, you can enjoy fishing, kayaking, or just lounging by the water. Just remember to bring your own water and trash bags, as this campground keeps it simple and natural.

Description

National Park Service

Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area

Overview

Jones Bay is one of Lake Roosevelts smaller, more rustic campgrounds. The campground is mostly gravel and packed dirt, with not much vegetation, on the lake shore. It can be reached by boat and has a boat launch and dock. Jones Bay can be also be reached by car, but may be difficult to find.

Recreation

Jones Bay is popular with people that like a more remote primitive site. There is access to the water with a small boat ramp. Fishing is great from the water or the shore.

Natural Features

Jones Bay is located at the bottom of a ravine that opens up into a beautiful bay on Lake Roosevelt. It's located in the brush stepe so has a desert feel to it with the bitter antelope brush and sage.

Nearby Attractions

Great fishing is just a boat ride away. Beautiful views up and down the lake.

Contact Info

This location is unstaffed. To speak with our main office for general information, please call: (509) 754-7889.

Charges & Cancellations

All changes an cancellations must be done through recreation.gov. Late Cancellations or Cancellations within the Cut-off Window Individual Campsites: A customer who cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee (not to exceed the total paid for the original reservation). Cancellations for a one-night reservation will forfeit the entire amount paid and will not be subject to an additional service fee.

Fee Info

This is a reservation only campground. Site must be reserved through recreation.gov. No first come sites available. Peak Season is May-Sept. Priced at $23 a night. Off peak Oct-April are half priced at $11.50 a night.

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Location

Jones Bay Campground — Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area is located in Washington

Detail location of campground

Directions

Jones Bay is 77 miles from Spokane as you head west on I-90. Drive 3 miles west on I-90 take exit 277 for US 2 West toward the Spokane Airport/Davenport. Stay on US two traveling through Airway Heights. About 55 miles turn right onto Sherman Draw Rd. N. in 4.3 miles turn left on Sherman Rd. E. Follow for 2 miles then turn right onto Jones Bay Rd. N. The campground is 3 miles down a sandy narrow road. If coming from Wilbur, WA Jones Bay is 1 miles. Head East on NW Main Ave toward SE Division St. Pass Key Bank 0.2 miles. Turn left on NE Brace St. follow 2 miles. Turn right onto Sherman Rd E. 1 mile. Turn left onto Hanson Harbor Rd. follow for 7.6 miles. Slight right onto Jones Bay Rd. N. In 3 miles you will arrive in the campground. ALERT: Make sure you are intending on coming to Jones Bay on Lake Roosevelt. There is also a Jones Bay on nearby Steamboat Rock State park.

Coordinates

47.918483333 N
118.582466667 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
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  • Walk-In
    Park in a lot, walk to your site.
  • Hike-In
    Backcountry sites.
  • Boat-In
    Sites accessible by watercraft.

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    Good
  • T-Mobile
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Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)
  • Group

Features

For Campers

  • Phone Service
  • Reservable
  • Toilets
  • Alcohol
  • Pets
  • Fires

For Vehicles

  • Water Hookups

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Reviewed Sep. 22, 2021

Site on Jones Bay

Dirt road to a primitive road that’s one way at some points with a steep-ish grade down. No water. Vault toilets. But a spot overlooking a canyon wall with cool foliage around!

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Month of VisitSeptember
  • Review photo of Jones Bay Campground — Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area by Morgan O., September 22, 2021
  • Review photo of Jones Bay Campground — Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area by Morgan O., September 22, 2021
  • Review photo of Jones Bay Campground — Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area by Morgan O., September 22, 2021
Reviewed May. 18, 2021

PLEASE NOTE: This campground is still closed for COVID until June 1

We made several phone inquiries and then finally visited May 15-17 weekend. Met a ranger at the closed gate to Jones and he explained that they are inexplicably remaining closed THROUGH Memorial Day weekend. This is the opposite of the recorded message, so save yourself the disappointment.

Open are Steamboat State Park and Soap Lake State Parks. Also, a park north of Coulee City is open as is the resoerts at southern end of Banks Lake.

There is little to no cell service in and near Jones Bay, but there is some at the State Park south of it.

Reviewed Sep. 20, 2018

off the road

Right off the highway, on lake roosevelt. 18 dollars a night. There are fire rings, picnic tables and vault toilets. All short walk in sites. Access to water, great for kayaking.

Month of VisitSeptember
  • Review photo of Jones Bay Campground — Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area by Jess G., September 20, 2018
  • Review photo of Jones Bay Campground — Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area by Jess G., September 20, 2018
  • Review photo of Jones Bay Campground — Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area by Jess G., September 20, 2018
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Reviewed Aug. 15, 2018

Serene Desert Camping

Only spent one night, but it was a great spot. It's a primitive camping spot so you'll need to bring water. The campsite is right along Banks Lake and is super peaceful. I immensely enjoyed the crickets and frogs as I was falling asleep.

Reviewed Jun. 25, 2018

Two Nights at Jones Bay

This is a wonderful campground to stay at if you’re interesting in hiking Steamboat Rock or Northrup Canyon! Beautiful views of the buttes and rock formations surround you, no matter what spot you pick in the campground. These are primitive sights, meaning there is no running water anywhere, and no where to dispose of trash, so please don’t leave it where you stayed! Although there are only pit toilets, they’re very clean and well maintained. We got lucky when we stayed, as they had just sprayed for mosquitoes, but I’ve heard they are ruthless at other times!!

  • Review photo of Jones Bay Campground — Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area by Hannah B., June 25, 2018
  • Review photo of Jones Bay Campground — Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area by Hannah B., June 25, 2018
  • Review photo of Jones Bay Campground — Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area by Hannah B., June 25, 2018
Reviewed Sep. 25, 2017

lakeside sites with awesome views of steamboat rock!

super awesome, primitive, secluded campground with plenty of buffer between sites. great for group camping. the toilet (sheltered hole in the ground) is pretty far down the gravel road. there is no shower. the mosquitos are hungry so come prepared. oh and watch out for snakes!

Month of VisitAugust
  • Review photo of Jones Bay Campground — Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area by Mercedes D., September 25, 2017
  • Review photo of Jones Bay Campground — Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area by Mercedes D., September 25, 2017
  • Review photo of Jones Bay Campground — Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area by Mercedes D., September 25, 2017

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    Jones Bay Campground — Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area allows vehicles up to 50 feet.

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