Scenic Colville NF lake campground near Tonasket with 24 RV sites (40 ft max), a wheelchair-accessible fishing dock, sandy beach, and no-wake nonmotorized lake.
Bonaparte Lake Campground sits in mixed ponderosa pine and Douglas fir forest in the Colville National Forest, 30 miles north of Tonasket. Twenty-four RV sites accommodate rigs up to 40-45 feet with a mix of vault and flush toilets, potable water, and a boat launch. A wheelchair-accessible fishing dock and sandy swimming beach make this excellent for families. Internal combustion motors are prohibited on Bonaparte Lake, keeping it calm and serene for kayakers, canoeists, and paddleboarders. Fishing for rainbow trout and kokanee is excellent.
Bonaparte Lake sits in the Okanogan National Forest among the forested highlands of the Okanogan Highlands — a biologically distinct area where Rocky Mountain and Pacific Northwest species overlap, creating exceptional bird diversity including several species at the western edge of their range. The surrounding ponderosa pine and mixed conifer forest supports one of Washington's most significant populations of white-headed woodpecker and flammulated owl — cavity-nesting species that depend on old ponderosa pine — along with breeding osprey and bald eagle on the lake. The Okanogan Highlands form the core range of Washington's growing wolf population, with multiple packs now established in the surrounding national forest and adjacent Colville Indian Reservation lands — making this one of the better regions in Washington to find wolf tracks.
Practical guidance assembled from current operator maps, park pages, and clearly identified community observations.
Remote and beautiful — worth the drive into the Okanogan Highlands. Sites near the lake (1–12) are the most popular on this non-motorized lake. The quiet water makes for excellent morning kayaking. Good fishing from the dock for rainbow trout and kokanee. Very limited cell service — a genuine digital detox destination. Mt Bonaparte Lookout Trail from the campground is a rewarding 4-mile hike.
| 📍 Nearest Town | Tonasket, WA |
| ⛽ Gas Station | 30 mi |
| 🛒 Grocery Store | 30 mi |
| 🏪 Costco | 90 mi |
| ☕ Starbucks | 45 mi |
| 🏕️ Nearest State Park | 30 mi |
Stock up in Tonasket, WA before heading out — services get limited near the campground.
Ready to book?
Reserving 6 months in advance. Confirm current rules, site dimensions, and conditions with the operator. Booking and availability are handled externally.