Some Lake Roosevelt campgrounds re-open

COULEE DAM – The Kettle Falls, Fort Spokane and Spring Canyon campground loops that have been closed for the winter will reopen by April 29, along with most group campsites accommodating fewer than 50 people associated with these campgrounds.

Lake Roosevelt is currently 100% reservation-only for all vehicle-accessible campgrounds. Because of this change, one can now reserve campsites right up to the day they arrive.

Cell service is very spotty at Lake Roosevelt, so the National Park Service strongly recommends making reservations from home to avoid having to look for a cell signal at the campground. Reservations must be made at recreation.gov or by calling 877-444-6777. Individual campsites are available for $23 per night from May 1 through September 30.

By mid-May Lake Roosevelt staff hope to open Porcupine Bay, Gifford, Hunters and Evans campgrounds, with the remaining campgrounds available by Memorial Day weekend and appearing in the reservation system. This will include the associated group campsites rated for 50 or fewer people.

Keller Ferry individual and group campsites, operated by Lake Roosevelt Adventures, are also accepting reservations at this time. For more information, call 1-800-816-2431.

Restroom facilities may be limited to vault toilets for a while. These toilets may not be cleaned and restocked on a regular basis, so please plan accordingly, especially with hand sanitizer.

Boat-in campgrounds and shoreline camping are still available on a first come, first served basis.

When visiting, the public should follow state health orders, recreate responsibly and avoid crowding and high-risk outdoor activities.

Details and updates on park operations will continue to be posted on the National Park Service website and social media channels.