Panhandle Campground

Area Status: Closed

This campground is located 30 miles north of Newport (15 miles north of Usk) adjacent to LeClerc Road (County Road #9325). This small campground, lies next to the Pend Oreille River and is suitable for both tent and RV camping with large RV’s. Most campsites are private and are in walking distance of the river.

At a Glance

Reservations:	Sites are available on a first-come, first-served basis or by reservation at Recreation.gov (1-877-444-6777).
Area Amenities:	Accessible,Boat ramp,Tent camping,Camping trailer,Picnic tables,Toilets,Drinking water,Parking
Fees:	Camping: $24/single site Extra vehicle: none Day use: $5 Season Pass for Colville Only: $45 Season Pass for Colville and Idaho Panhandle: $52
Open Season:	Memorial Day Weekend - 9/13/2021
Restrictions:	Washington state fishing license required. See Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife at http://wdfw.wa.gov/ for more information. Quiet hours between 10 p.m. and 6 a.m. Campfire in developed fire ring only Fireworks are prohibited Pets must be on leash OHV use prohibited in the campground Maximum length of stay: 14 days Food and wildlife attractants must be properly stored at all times
Closest Towns:	Newport, WA
Passes:	Camping: 50% discount for single site camping fees, with any of these passes: Interagency Senior, Interagency Access, Golden Age and Golden Access. Discount not available on double or group sites. Day use: $45 Concessionaire Season Pass accepted. No other recreation passes honored.
Operated By:	Scenic Canyons Recreational Services
Information Center:	Concessionaire: Scenic Canyons - https://www.sceniccanyons.com

General Information

Directions:

From Newport, WA: Follow State Highway 20 north for 15 miles to the town of Usk. Cross the bridge over the Pend Oreille River on the east edge of town. Turn north onto LeClerc Road (County Road 9325) and follow it for 15 miles to the campground entrance.

Google map directions from Newport, WA

Recreation Map

Map showing recreational areas. Map Information

Activities

Campground Camping

Tent and RV campsites available. Sites can be reserved up to six months in advance through NRRS.

RV Camping

Campsites are suitable for small to large RV’s.

River and Stream Fishing

Excellent fishing opportunities on the Pend Oreille River. Boat launch on site. Bass, trout.

Picnicking

Small picnic area which overlooks the Pend Oreille River.

Boating - Motorized

Boat launch on site which provides access to the Pend Oreille River. Excellent fishing opportunities.

Boating - Non-Motorized

Many opportunities for kayakers and canoeists on the river and surrounding lakes.

Swimming

Small beach area adjacent to the river. No lifeguard on duty.

Tubing

The campground boat launch provides easy access to the Pend Oreille River for both activities.

Waterskiing

The campground boat launch provides easy access to the Pend Oreille River for both activities.

Amenities

Camping trailer:	Maximum vehicle length 50 feet
Picnic tables:	Day Use Fee
Tent camping:
Parking:	Day Use Fee
Toilets:	Vault
Accessible:	Limited number of campsites
Boat ramp:	Fees charged Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend
Drinking water:	Available at the Campground