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Luby Bay

Idaho Panhandle National Forests

🏕️ CampgroundColville NF / Kettle FallsWashington⭐ 4.2 (192)
Luby Bay
🟢 16 open windows right now — soonest Mon Aug 31–Thu Sep 3
8 of the last 74 openings here were gone within 6 hours. That is shorter than the gap between the scheduled scans free alerts ride.
Availability checked 8h ago · changes fast, verify before you drive
📈 CampSage caught 9 cancellations here in the last 7 days — set an alert below to catch the next one.
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💡 In short

Luby Bay in Washington has 16 open booking windows on Recreation.gov right now, the soonest Mon Aug 31–Thu Sep 3. Reserve directly through the booking link above — cancellations go fast. To catch future openings the instant they appear, set a free CampSage cancellation alert.

📅 Open dates
Mon Aug 31 – Thu Sep 33 nightsbook these dates →👥 7 in a row, UPPR LOOP #047–UPPR LOOP #053 next to each othersites LOWER LOOP #006, #016, #017, #021, #024, UPPR LOOP #031, #034, #035, #036, #037, #038, #039, #047, #048, #049, #050, #051, #052, #053
Mon Aug 31 – Wed Sep 22 nightsbook these dates →opened 22h agosites UPPR LOOP #033, #040, #054
Tue Sep 1 – Fri Sep 43 nightsbook these dates →sites UPPR LOOP #030, #042
Fri Sep 11 – Mon Sep 143 nights🗓 weekendbook these dates →👥 3 in a row, UPPR LOOP #033–UPPR LOOP #035 next to each othersites UPPR LOOP #030, #033, #034, #035, #037, #044, #047, #050, #051
Wed Sep 2 – Fri Sep 42 nightsbook these dates →sites LOWER LOOP #012, UPPR LOOP #043, #046
Mon Sep 7 – Thu Sep 103 nightsbook these dates →sites UPPR LOOP #029, #041, #044
Mon Sep 7 – Wed Sep 92 nightsbook these dates →sites LOWER LOOP #018, #023
Tue Sep 8 – Fri Sep 113 nightsbook these dates →sites LOWER LOOP #013

📷 What these sites look like

Photos of sites that are open right now, from recreation.gov. Angles vary by park — usually the site and its parking pad.

Campsite LOWER LOOP #006 — Lower Luby Bay Site 6
Site LOWER LOOP #006 · Lower Luby Bay Site 6Scenic Canyons Recreational Services, Inc.
Campsite LOWER LOOP #006 — Lower Luby Bay Site 6
Site LOWER LOOP #006 · Lower Luby Bay Site 6Scenic Canyons Recreational Services, Inc.
Campsite LOWER LOOP #016 — Lower Luby Bay Site 16
Site LOWER LOOP #016 · Lower Luby Bay Site 16Scenic Canyons Recreational Services, Inc.
Campsite LOWER LOOP #016 — Lower Luby Bay Site 16
Site LOWER LOOP #016 · Lower Luby Bay Site 16Scenic Canyons Recreational Services, Inc.
Campsite LOWER LOOP #017 — Lower Luby Bay Site 17
Site LOWER LOOP #017 · Lower Luby Bay Site 17Scenic Canyons Recreational Services, Inc.
Campsite LOWER LOOP #017 — Lower Luby Bay Site 17
Site LOWER LOOP #017 · Lower Luby Bay Site 17Scenic Canyons Recreational Services, Inc.
Campsite LOWER LOOP #021 — Lower Luby Bay Site 21
Site LOWER LOOP #021 · Lower Luby Bay Site 21Scenic Canyons Recreational Services, Inc.
Campsite LOWER LOOP #021 — Lower Luby Bay Site 21
Site LOWER LOOP #021 · Lower Luby Bay Site 21Scenic Canyons Recreational Services, Inc.
Campsite LOWER LOOP #024 — Lower Luby Bay Site 24
Site LOWER LOOP #024 · Lower Luby Bay Site 24Scenic Canyons Recreational Services, Inc.
Campsite LOWER LOOP #024 — Lower Luby Bay Site 24
Site LOWER LOOP #024 · Lower Luby Bay Site 24Scenic Canyons Recreational Services, Inc.
Campsite UPPR LOOP #031 — Upper Luby Bay Site 31
Site UPPR LOOP #031 · Upper Luby Bay Site 31Scenic Canyons Recreational Services, Inc.
Campsite UPPR LOOP #031 — Upper Luby Bay Site 31
Site UPPR LOOP #031 · Upper Luby Bay Site 31Scenic Canyons Recreational Services, Inc.
⚡ EV charging nearby

Nearest DC fast charging: 21.8 mi away (straight line).

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Distances are straight-line, not driving — the road can be much longer where a river, a lake or a canyon sits in between. From OpenStreetMap — community-mapped, so plug types can lag reality. Verify on your charging network’s app before counting on a charger.

🔭 Planning further ahead?

We watch the next 60 days closely — that's where cancellations show up. recreation.gov takes bookings out to about February 2027, so there may be 2+ night stays past our window.

📊 How often sites open up here

CampSage's scans caught 40 openings at Luby Bay over the last 30 days, on 26 separate days, most of them for stays 9–27 days out and the openings typically covered 2–3 nights.

These are the openings our own scans saw — not a figure the booking system publishes. We re-check availability several times a day, so the real number can be higher.

🏕️ About this campground

💵 $30–$64/nightStandard Nonelectric🎒 boating🎒 car camping🎒 fishing🎒 hiking🎒 swimming🎒 wildlife viewing

Ratings

4.2★★★★☆187 ratings
5★98
4★46
3★25
2★12
1★6
Star ratings from recreation.gov (they don't publish written review text). Read & leave reviews on recreation.gov ↗

📶 Cell coverage camper-reported

Verizon2.9/4
AT&T2.7/4
T-Mobile2.2/4
Sprint retired3.0/4

💡 Insider tips from campers

❓ Luby Bay FAQ

How do I reserve a campsite at Luby Bay?

Luby Bay in Washington takes campsite reservations through Recreation.gov. On this page, use the “Book / check availability” button to open the live booking page, see which dates are free, and reserve your site.

How much does it cost to camp at Luby Bay?

Campsite fees at Luby Bay run about $30–$64/night, as listed by Recreation.gov. Exact rates vary by site type, number of campers, and season.

How can I get a spot at Luby Bay when it's fully booked?

Popular campgrounds like Luby Bay often fill months ahead, but campers cancel every day and those sites reopen for booking. CampSage checks availability for you and sends a free email the instant a cancellation opens — set an alert on this page and you can grab the spot before anyone else.

How often do campsites open up at Luby Bay?

CampSage's scans caught 40 openings at Luby Bay over the last 30 days, on 26 separate days, most of them for stays 9–27 days out and the openings typically covered 2–3 nights. These are the openings our own scans saw — not a figure the booking system publishes. We re-check availability several times a day, so the real number can be higher.

Is Luby Bay a good campground?

Luby Bay holds an average rating of 4.2/5 from 192 camper ratings on Recreation.gov. The full star breakdown is shown above.

Is there cell service at Luby Bay?

Of the carriers campers have reported on at Luby Bay, Verizon rates highest at 2.9 out of 5 from 91 reports. See the carrier-by-carrier breakdown above — service can still vary by campsite, terrain, and weather.

Where is Luby Bay located?

Luby Bay is located in Colville NF / Kettle Falls, Washington. Tap “Directions” above for driving directions, or see nearby campgrounds lower on this page.

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