City: Newport, WA
County: Bonner County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 48.18751650, -117.03895384
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Nearby Gauge Conditions
Real-time data from USGS Water Services
Whitewater Runs on Pend Oreille River
1 run
There are no whitewater runs within 50 miles of this access site.
These whitewater runs are on the same river but located more than 50 miles from this access site.
Difficulty Classes
I Easy
II Novice
III Intermediate
IV Advanced
V Expert/Extreme
VI Unrunnable
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater
About This Access Site
Old American Kampground is a private RV resort offering boat ramp access to the Pend Oreille River near Newport, approximately 32 miles northeast of Spokane. The facility provides direct launch capability for kayakers, canoeists, and motorboats looking to access this major waterway. The nearby town of Laclede, Idaho offers gas and grocery services for trip planning and resupply.
The Pend Oreille River is a substantial waterway—141 miles long with a drainage area of over 23,000 square miles and average flows exceeding 26,000 cubic feet per second. The river maintains a moderate gradient of approximately 2.1 feet per mile through this region. Paddlers should be prepared for a major river environment with considerable current and typical flows that support both kayaking and canoeing as well as motorized boating. As a private facility, contact Old American Kampground directly regarding access fees, ramp conditions, and operational hours before planning your trip.
The Pend Oreille River is a substantial waterway—141 miles long with a drainage area of over 23,000 square miles and average flows exceeding 26,000 cubic feet per second. The river maintains a moderate gradient of approximately 2.1 feet per mile through this region. Paddlers should be prepared for a major river environment with considerable current and typical flows that support both kayaking and canoeing as well as motorized boating. As a private facility, contact Old American Kampground directly regarding access fees, ramp conditions, and operational hours before planning your trip.