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Access Site WA

Pioneer Park

Pend Oreille River

Source: state_of_washington Updated 1 year ago

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City: Newport, WA
County: Pend Oreille County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 48.21032240, -117.05435111
6W6W+47 Newport, WA, USA
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Pend Oreille River at Newport WA Same River 2.2 mi away
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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
II-IV 50 mi away Metaline Falls (PnP)
0.3 mi
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About This Access Site
Pioneer Park in Newport offers convenient public access to the Pend Oreille River via a dedicated boat ramp. The facility is located just 2.75 miles east of downtown Newport—turn left on South LeClerc Road immediately after crossing the river bridge on US Highway 2. In addition to the boat launch, the campground provides a small beach area, picnic shelter, swimming area, and vault toilets for day-use visitors.

The Pend Oreille River is a major waterway (Stream Order 8) with substantial flow averaging over 26,000 cubic feet per second. The river features a moderate gradient of 2.1 feet per mile over its 141-mile length, making it suitable for various paddling and boating activities. The site is popular for tubing, fishing (bass and trout), and recreational boating. Pioneer Park also offers overnight camping with reservations available through Recreation.gov (509-447-7300) and features the Pioneer Park Heritage Trail with interpretive displays about Kalispel Tribe history.
Federal Facility Information
509-447-7300 Free Access Reservations Available

Overview
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.Recreation
The Pioneer Park Heritage Trail, a short trail that highlights the history of the Kalispel Tribe, is a favorite attraction in the...

Overview
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.Recreation
The Pioneer Park Heritage Trail, a short trail that highlights the history of the Kalispel Tribe, is a favorite attraction in the campground. Twelve interpretive displays are dispersed along the 0.3-mile boardwalk trail, which boasts scenic views of the river below.

Excellent bass and trout fishing can be found in the Pend Oreille River. A boat ramp, picnic shelter and swimming area are located on-site.Facilities
Each campsite is equipped with a picnic table, campfire ring and tent pad. Amenities include vault toilets and drinking water. Gravel parking spurs can accommodate any RV size.Natural Features
The campground is surrounded by groves of ponderosa pine, white pine, hemlock and grand fir trees, and sits at an elevation of 2,000 feet. Campsites are spacious and shady, with an understory of wild roses and thimbleberry.

Pioneer is situated at the southern edge of Colville National Forest, near the Idaho border. The forest spans 1.1 million acres and encompasses the Okanogan, Kettle River and Selkirk Mountain Ranges.
Nearby Attractions
The city of Newport is conveniently close for a restaurant outing or summer entertainment. Children will enjoy the Little People's Park in town.

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