Lost Lake Group Unit

Colville National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: TONASKET, WA, WA

Price: From $75 per night

Rating: 3.7 out of 5 (3 reviews)

Season: May through October

Lost Lake Group Site is located in Lost Lake Campground which is situated on the northern edge of Lost Lake on the Tonasket Ranger District of the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest. Set beneath mixed-conifer forest and surrounded by mountains, this campground offers one group site, suitable for large family and group camping excursions as well as several non-reservable single and double sites.The Lost Lake area offers a medium sized lake with scenic views, forested mountains, abundant wildlife,

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Flush Toilets, Drinking Water, Electric Hookups, Fishing, Boat Launch

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/lost-lake-group-unit to be notified when sites open up.

Lost Lake Group Unit offers a peaceful, beautiful setting on the northern edge of Lost Lake surrounded by mixed-conifer forest and mountains. Campers consistently praise it as an ideal location for families seeking to unplug, with excellent opportunities for hiking, fishing, kayaking, and wildlife viewing including loons.

Wildlife alert: Columbian Ground Squirrel, American Beaver, Barrow's Goldeneye, Long-eared Owl, Pileated Woodpecker, American Robin documented in area

Insider tips for Lost Lake Group Unit: Book early — this is a federal campground with high demand Group site suitable for large family and group camping excursions Floating dock on lake provides recreation for children

Skip Lost Lake Group Unit if: You need RV hookups — most sites have no hookups, suitable only for self-contained RVs. You plan to visit outside May-October — seasonal operations only. You prefer single or double sites — this listing is specifically for the group unit.

Best time to visit Lost Lake Group Unit: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only.

Nearby campgrounds: Bonaparte Lake Campground (Tonasket, WA), Swan Lake Kitchen (Republic, WA), Snow Peak Cabin (Republic, WA), Kettle River Campground (Davenport, WA).

Cell Phone Coverage at Lost Lake Group Unit

Cell signal at Lost Lake Group Unit (TONASKET, WA): none overall signal based on FCC broadband data.

Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.

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TONASKET, WA, WA★ 3.7 (3 reviews)From $75/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Lost Lake Group Site is located in Lost Lake Campground which is situated on the northern edge of Lost Lake on the Tonasket Ranger District of the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest. Set beneath mixed-conifer forest and surrounded by mountains, this campground offers one group site, suitable for large family and group camping excursions as well as several non-reservable single and double sites.The Lost Lake area offers a medium sized lake with scenic views, forested mountains, abundant wildlife, and a few hiking trails. Visitors to the area can expect many days of warm, sunny weather in the summer, and winters with clear skies and plenty of snow.

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Verified facts

RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
Max RV45 ft
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsDrinking WaterBoat Launch
Recreation
Picnic TablesElectric Hookups
Family & Pets
Flush ToiletsFishing

Straight talk

CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reports

Known issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.

Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
Skip it if:✕ You need RV hookups — most sites have no hookups, suitable only for self-contained RVs✕ You plan to visit outside May-October — seasonal operations only✕ You prefer single or double sites — this listing is specifically for the group unit

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a federal campground with high demand

Group site suitable for large family and group camping excursions

Floating dock on lake provides recreation for children

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally May through October only

Things to do nearby

RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

Conditions today

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
T-Mobile
4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 0%
AT&T
4G · 0%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: Columbian Ground Squirrel, American Beaver, Barrow's Goldeneye, Long-eared Owl, Pileated Woodpecker, American Robin documented in area

Location

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Getting there →

From Tonasket, Washington, take State Route 20 east for 24 miles. Exit at the Bonaparte Recreation Area on Qkanogan County road 4953, which turns into National Forest System road 32. Continue on National Forest System road 32 for 4 miles to National Forest System road 33. Take the left fork onto National Forest System road 33, traveling north for 5 miles to a four corner junction. Turn left at the four corner junction onto National Forest System road 33-053 and continue for a mile to the campgro

Campground entrance

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Community

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Pro tips

  • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Colville National Forest fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at Colville National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.
  • Bear country — store all food in bear boxes or locked vehicle at all times.

Frequently asked questions

RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
How much does Lost Lake Group Unit cost per night?+
Lost Lake Group Unit costs $75 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Lost Lake Group Unit open?+
Lost Lake Group Unit is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Lost Lake Group Unit have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Lost Lake Group Unit?+
Lost Lake Group Unit can accommodate RVs up to 45 feet.
How do I make reservations at Lost Lake Group Unit?+
Lost Lake Group Unit is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
What is the cell service like at Lost Lake Group Unit?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Lost Lake Group Unit is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Lost Lake Group Unit open, and what are check-in times?+
Lost Lake Group Unit is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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●Data sources on this page
Recreation.gov — Live site availability — updated every 30 min
recreation.gov · RIDB API
National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
api.weather.gov · open-meteo.com
Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
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iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
api.inaturalist.org
Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
pollen.googleapis.com
FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
broadbandmap.fcc.gov · quarterly
Sunrise-Sunset.org — Sunrise, sunset & golden hour for today
api.sunrise-sunset.org
Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
maps.googleapis.com
RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
ridb.recreation.gov · /facilities /campsites /activities /links /recareas

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$75 /night★ 3.7 (3)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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Nearby Campgrounds

Bonaparte Lake Campground

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From $20/night

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Snow Peak Cabin

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From $55/night

Kettle River Campground

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From $23/night

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