Washington · published-coordinate region
Bonaparte Lake Campground
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USDA Forest Service33Supported overnight records
2Published site categories
33Sites with a reported party limit
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Overview
Bonaparte Lake Campground is located on the southern edge of Bonaparte Lake east of Tonasket, WA, in the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest. The setting of the campground is in a mixed ponderosa pine and Douglas fir conifer forest at the base of Bonaparte Mountain. This campground has a group site, multiple family and individual campsites available.Recreation
Fishing is a popular activity on the lake, with anglers enjoying boat fishing for rainbow, brook, and cutthroat trout as well as using the accessible fishing dock. A boat launch area is available in the campground. Kayaking, canoeing, and swimming can also be enjoyed. Hiking around the lake or up the Pipsissewa Trail, which is accessed from the southern loop, are popular activities. Taking a bike ride on the surrounding roads is also available. Facilities
The sites are equipped with picnic tables and campfire grills. All sites can accommodate tents and some sites feature tent pads. The group site is equipped with drinking water, picnic tables, campfire grills, a community fire pit, RV/Camper parking and room for tent sites. A group shelter is available at the site. Drinking water, vault and flush toilets are also available in the campground. Access to the lake and boat launch are within walking distance.Natural Features
Bonaparte Lake's elevation is at 3,600 feet and is home to multiple waterfowl species including the rare northern loon. Mule deer, elk, moose, and the occasional black bear can be sighted in the area. Bonaparte, Spur, and Cumberland Mountains surround the lake.
Nearby Attractions
Pipsissewa Trail to Pipsissewa Point, which overlooks Bonaparte Lake, is a two mile hike from the campground. Continuing from there onto the South Side trail #308 for five miles will take you to the Bonaparte Mountain Fire Lookout. Lost Lake Campground is approximately 10 miles away on the 33 road. Beaver Lake and Beth Lake Campgrounds are approximately seven miles away on the 32 road. Within 10 miles visitors can explore accessible and interpretive trails, geologic attractions, scenic overlooks, and scenic drives.
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How much is documented?
Reported fields across the 33 supported campsite records here. A reported value can still need interpretation; missing values remain unknown in the planner.
Party limit
33
Vehicle limit
33
Vehicle length
33
Driveway entry
33
Shade
33
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The campsite mix
Standard Nonelectric
32
Group Standard Area Nonelectric
1
Operator directions
From Tonasket, Washington, take State Route 20 East for 24 miles. Turn left onto the Bonaparte Recreation Area turnoff (Okanogan County Road 4953). Continue on Okanogan County Road #4953 for approximately 6 miles to the Bonaparte Lake Campground entrance on the left hand side of the road.
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THE ACTUAL SITES
33 published campsite records
Raw published values are shown below, including zeros and ambiguous text. They are not validated capacities. The planner keeps missing, zero and questionable dimensions unknown.
View all 33 published site records
| SITE / LOOP | TYPE | EQUIPMENT LIMITS | PEOPLE / VEHICLES | DRIVEWAY | ELECTRIC / SHADE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Site 01 Bonaparte Lake Source updated: 2026-06-03 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 34 ft Tent: 34 ft Trailer: 34 ft Numeric screening only | 5 people 1 vehicles | Back-In Not reported | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 02 Bonaparte Lake Source updated: 2026-05-28 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 34 ft Tent: 34 ft Trailer: 34 ft Numeric screening only | 5 people 1 vehicles | Back-In Not reported | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 024 South Loop Source updated: 2026-05-28 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 32 ft Tent: 32 ft Trailer: 32 ft Numeric screening only | 5 people 1 vehicles | Back-In Not reported | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 025 South Loop Source updated: 2026-05-28 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 34 ft Tent: 34 ft Trailer: 34 ft Numeric screening only | 5 people 1 vehicles | Back-In Not reported | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 026 South Loop Source updated: 2026-05-28 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 48 ft Tent: 48 ft Trailer: 48 ft Numeric screening only | 5 people 2 vehicles | Back-In Not reported | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 027 South Loop Source updated: 2026-05-28 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 32 ft Tent: 32 ft Trailer: 32 ft Numeric screening only | 5 people 1 vehicles | Back-In Not reported | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 028A South Loop Source updated: 2026-05-28 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 20 ft Tent: 20 ft Trailer: 20 ft Numeric screening only | 5 people 1 vehicles | Back-In Not reported | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 028B South Loop Source updated: 2026-05-28 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 20 ft Tent: 20 ft Trailer: 20 ft Numeric screening only | 5 people 1 vehicles | Back-In Not reported | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 029 South Loop Source updated: 2026-05-28 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 48 ft Tent: 48 ft Trailer: 48 ft Numeric screening only | 5 people 1 vehicles | Back-In Not reported | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 03 Bonaparte Lake Source updated: 2026-05-28 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 34 ft Tent: 34 ft Trailer: 34 ft Numeric screening only | 5 people 1 vehicles | Back-In Not reported | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 030 South Loop Source updated: 2026-05-28 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 38 ft Tent: 38 ft Trailer: 38 ft Numeric screening only | 5 people 1 vehicles | Back-In Not reported | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 04 Bonaparte Lake Source updated: 2026-05-28 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 34 ft Tent: 34 ft Trailer: 34 ft Numeric screening only | 5 people 1 vehicles | Back-In Not reported | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 05 Bonaparte Lake Source updated: 2026-05-28 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 34 ft Tent: 34 ft Trailer: 34 ft Numeric screening only | 5 people 1 vehicles | Back-In Not reported | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 06 Bonaparte Lake Source updated: 2026-05-28 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 34 ft Tent: 34 ft Trailer: 34 ft Numeric screening only | 5 people 1 vehicles | Back-In Not reported | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 07 Bonaparte Lake Source updated: 2026-05-28 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 34 ft Tent: 34 ft Trailer: 34 ft Numeric screening only | 5 people 1 vehicles | Back-In Not reported | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 08 Bonaparte Lake Source updated: 2026-05-28 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 34 ft Tent: 34 ft Trailer: 34 ft Numeric screening only | 5 people 1 vehicles | Back-In Not reported | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 09 Bonaparte Lake Source updated: 2026-05-28 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 34 ft Tent: 34 ft Trailer: 34 ft Numeric screening only | 5 people 1 vehicles | Back-In Not reported | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 10 Bonaparte Lake Source updated: 2026-05-28 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 34 ft Tent: 34 ft Trailer: 34 ft Numeric screening only | 5 people 1 vehicles | Back-In Not reported | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 11 Bonaparte Lake Source updated: 2026-05-28 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 34 ft Tent: 34 ft Trailer: 34 ft Numeric screening only | 5 people 1 vehicles | Back-In Not reported | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 12 Bonaparte Lake Source updated: 2026-05-28 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 34 ft Tent: 34 ft Trailer: 34 ft Numeric screening only | 5 people 1 vehicles | Back-In Not reported | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 13 Bonaparte Lake Source updated: 2026-05-28 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 34 ft Tent: 34 ft Trailer: 34 ft Numeric screening only | 5 people 1 vehicles | Back-In Not reported | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 14 Bonaparte Lake Source updated: 2026-05-28 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 34 ft Tent: 34 ft Trailer: 34 ft Numeric screening only | 5 people 1 vehicles | Back-In Not reported | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 15 Bonaparte Lake Source updated: 2026-05-28 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 34 ft Tent: 34 ft Trailer: 34 ft Numeric screening only | 5 people 1 vehicles | Back-In Not reported | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 16 Bonaparte Lake Source updated: 2026-05-28 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 34 ft Tent: 34 ft Trailer: 34 ft Numeric screening only | 5 people 1 vehicles | Back-In Not reported | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 17 Bonaparte Lake Source updated: 2026-05-28 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 34 ft Tent: 34 ft Trailer: 34 ft Numeric screening only | 5 people 1 vehicles | Back-In Not reported | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 18 Bonaparte Lake Source updated: 2026-05-28 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 48 ft Tent: 48 ft Trailer: 48 ft Numeric screening only | 5 people 2 vehicles | Back-In Not reported | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 19 Bonaparte Lake Source updated: 2026-05-28 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 48 ft Tent: 48 ft Trailer: 48 ft Numeric screening only | 5 people 2 vehicles | Back-In Not reported | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 20 Bonaparte Lake Source updated: 2026-05-28 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 34 ft Tent: 34 ft Trailer: 34 ft Numeric screening only | 5 people 1 vehicles | Back-In Not reported | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 21 Bonaparte Lake Source updated: 2026-05-28 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 34 ft Tent: 34 ft Trailer: 34 ft Numeric screening only | 5 people 1 vehicles | Back-In Not reported | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 22 Bonaparte Lake Source updated: 2026-05-28 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 34 ft Tent: 34 ft Trailer: 34 ft Numeric screening only | 5 people 1 vehicles | Back-In Not reported | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 23 Bonaparte Lake Source updated: 2026-05-28 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 34 ft Tent: 34 ft Trailer: 34 ft Numeric screening only | 5 people 1 vehicles | Back-In Not reported | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 31 Bonaparte Lake Source updated: 2026-05-28 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 48 ft Tent: 48 ft Trailer: 48 ft Numeric screening only | 5 people 2 vehicles | Back-In Not reported | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site Group Main Campground road Source updated: 2026-05-28 | Group Standard Area Nonelectric | Not reportedNumeric screening only | 75 people 10 vehicles | Pull-Through Not reported | Not reported Shade: Yes |
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