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Ferry Lake

Its 9 sites are first-come, first-served (no reservations), camping costs Single Site: $10 per night, and it is open from May 17 to October 28. Ferry Lake is a National Forest campground near Republic, Washington.

First-come, first-served

National Forest · Republic, Washington

Managed by
National Forest

Ferry Lake sits inside Colville National Forest. Its dispersed-camping rule, ranger offices, and boundary are on publiclandsdb.com.

Ferry Lake: Small lake stocked with catchable rainbow trout; internal combustion motors and small lead tackle are banned to protect nesting loons. Small-craft boat launch. (fs.usda.gov)

Getting a site

Managed by
National Forest
Reservations
None, first-come
Fee
Single Site: $10 per night

Source: apps.fs.usda.gov, accessed 2026-09-28

Sites and hookups

Total sites
9
  • ✓ Toilets
  • ✓ Fire rings
  • ✓ Pets allowed
  • ✕ Potable water

On site: Toilets, fire rings, and pets allowed. No potable water.

Source: fs.usda.gov, accessed 2026-09-29

Rules

Stay limit
14 days
Quiet hours
10 p.m. to 6 a.m.
Pets
Allowed

Source: fs.usda.gov, accessed 2026-09-29

Access and cell service

Elevation
3,394 ft

48.5231, -118.8105 in Ferry. Open in OpenStreetMap. Map © OpenStreetMap contributors.

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Season and winter services

Ferry Lake is open from May 17 to October 28 , at 3,394 ft.

Sources: epqs.nationalmap.gov, accessed 2026-09-28; fs.usda.gov, accessed 2026-09-29

Common questions

Do you need a reservation at Ferry Lake?
No. Ferry Lake is first-come, first-served: there is no reservation system, so arrive early to claim an open site.
How much does it cost to camp at Ferry Lake?
Camping at Ferry Lake costs Single Site: $10 per night.
How many campsites does Ferry Lake have?
Ferry Lake has 9 campsites.
Is there drinking water at Ferry Lake?
No. Ferry Lake has no potable water, so bring all the water you need.
Are dogs allowed at Ferry Lake?
Yes, pets are allowed at Ferry Lake.
When is Ferry Lake open?
Ferry Lake is open from May 17 to October 28.
How long can you stay at Ferry Lake?
The stay limit at Ferry Lake is 14 days.
Is there cell service at Ferry Lake?
Probably not: the FCC's National Broadband Map (data as of December 31, 2025) shows no 4G LTE or 5G from AT&T, T-Mobile, or Verizon at or within about half a mile of Ferry Lake. The FCC map only includes 4G LTE at 5/1 Mbps or better and 5G; a weaker signal, a text, or an emergency call may still get through, but don't count on it.
Who manages Ferry Lake?
Ferry Lake is managed by the U.S. Forest Service.

Around Ferry Lake

fishypedia.com · 0.1 miles

Ferry Lake sits on Ferry Lake, 0.1 miles from the lake's mapped center point. Stocking record and species: Ferry Lake fishing on fishypedia.com.

Reservable Swan Lake Group Campground Republic · National Forest Season May 17 to September 22 Fee $55 per night for up to 35 people First-come Long Lake Republic · National Forest Season May 17 to October 28 Fee Single Site: $10 per night; additional vehicle $2 per night First-come Ten Mile Republic · National Forest Season May 22 to September 30 Fee $8 per night; $5 per extra vehicle

More campgrounds: camping near Republic and campgrounds in Ferry.

Sources

First-come, first-served Single Site: $10 per night
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