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Pioneer Park Campground
*Pioneer Boat Launch is open, though erosion damage may make launching difficult. Use at you own risk. (6/21/2023)*
Pioneer Park Campground is located in northeast Washington on the Pend Oreille River. Visitors enjoy hiking, fishing, boating and swimming. The campground's proximity to the city of Newport provides urban entertainment opportunities as well.
At a Glance
| Current Conditions: | Pioneer Boat Launch is open, though erosion damage may make launching difficult. Use at you own risk. (6/21/2023) |
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| Reservations: | Sites are available by reservation at Recreation.gov (1-877-444-6777). |
| Area Amenities: | Interpretive Site, Accessible, Boat ramp, Tent camping, Camping trailer, Picnic tables, Toilets, Drinking water, Parking |
| Fees: |
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| Open Season: | Memorial Day Weekend - Labor Day Weekend |
| Restrictions: |
Washington state fishing license required. See Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife at http://wdfw.wa.gov/ for more information.
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| Closest Towns: | Newport, WA |
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| Operated By: | Scenic Canyons Recreational Services |
| Information Center: | Concessionaire: Scenic Canyons - https://www.sceniccanyons.com |
General Information
Directions:From downtown Newport: travel east on U.S. Highway 2 for 0.75 miles. Immediately after crossing the Pend Oreille River bridge, turn left on South LeClerc Road and travel 2 miles north to the campground entrance.
Google map directions from Newport, WA
Latitude 48.21417 Longitude -117.05361
Activities
Campground Camping
Recreation areas with activity Campground Camping:- Tent and RV campsites available. Sites can be reserved up to six months in advance through Recreation.gov.
RV Camping
Recreation areas with activity RV Camping:- Campsites are suitable for small to large RV’s.
River and Stream Fishing
Recreation areas with activity River and Stream Fishing:- Excellent fishing opportunities on the Pend Oreille River. Boat launch on site. Bass, trout.
Day Hiking
Recreation areas with activity Day Hiking:- There is an interpretive trail on site, The Pioneer Park Heritage Trail #321.
| Difficulty Level: | Easy |
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Interpretive Areas
Recreation areas with activity Interpretive Areas:- The Pioneer Park Heritage Trail #321 is a 0.3 mile trail that has 12 interpretative displays and an elevated boardwalk which overlooks the river.
Picnicking
Recreation areas with activity Picnicking:- Day use area with a covered picnic shelter (reservable for $50 through campgroung host).
Boating - Motorized
Recreation areas with activity Boating - Motorized:- Boat launch on site which provides access to the Pend Oreille River. Excellent fishing opportunities.
Boating - Non-Motorized
Recreation areas with activity Boating - Non-Motorized:- Many opportunities for kayakers and canoeists on the river and surrounding lakes.
Swimming
Recreation areas with activity Swimming:- Small beach area adjacent to the river.
Tubing
Recreation areas with activity Tubing:- The campground boat launch provides easy access to the Pend Oreille River for tubing.
Waterskiing
Recreation areas with activity Waterskiing:- The campground boat launch provides easy access to the Pend Oreille River for waterskiing.
Amenities
| Interpretive Site: | Pioneer Park Heritage Trail #321 |
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| Camping trailer: | Maximum vehicle length 55 feet |
| Picnic tables: | Picnic shelter reservable through campground host, $50 |
| Tent camping: | |
| Toilets: | Vault |
| Parking: | Day Use Fee |
| Accessible: | Limited number of campsites |
| Boat ramp: | Day Use Fee |
| Drinking water: | Available at the Campground |
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