Bead Lake Boat Launch
This boat launch provides public access to beautiful Bead Lake. Parking is limited. The lake has four dispersed campsites located along the lakeshore which are accessed by either boat or hiking trail. One hundred (100) feet no wake zone along lakeshore. All watercraft needs to be cleaned before launching to prevent the spread of invasive species.
General Information
Memorial Day Weekend - Labor Day Weekend
Washington state fishing license required. See Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife at http://wdfw.wa.gov/ for more information. No wake zone for boating 100 feet from the shoreline.
- Quiet hours between 10 p.m. and 6 a.m.
- Campfires in developed fire ring only
- Fireworks are prohibited
- Pets must be under vocal control or on a leash
- Maximum length of stay: 14 days
- Food and wildlife attractants must be properly stored at all times
Northwest Forest pass or $5 per vehicle per day. Day use fees waved with Interagency Pass, Senior Pass, Access Pass, and Military Federal Pass holders.
Getting There
Elevation
2,700 feet
Directions
From Newport, WA: Follow U.S. Highway 2 across the Pend Oreille River into Idaho and turn north on LeClerc Road (County Road 9305). Continue on County Road 9305 for 2.8 miles and turn right onto the Bead Lake Road (County Road 3029). Travel for 6 miles, turn right on the Bead Lake Loop Road and follow it for 0.2 miles to the turnoff for the boat launch.
Latitude 48.288824 Longitude -117.110072
Parking
Limited - Trailers will need to be detached from vehicle for parking
Facility and Amenity Information
Restrooms
Restrooms are not available at this site.
Water
Potable water is available at this site.
