East Sullivan

Colville National Forest

East Sullivan Campground is located at the north end of Sullivan Lake about five miles east of Metaline Falls, Washington. The campground provides a unique environment where campers can enjoy many recreational opportunities.

Campsites do not have a view of the lake, but they are all a short walk away. Along the lake is a day-use area, walking trail, boat ramp, picnic tables and swimming area. The group campground is located near the boat ramp and can accommodate up to 40 people. A small airstrip adjacent to the campground is used by some campers who fly in with their small aircraft, or via a chartered plane.

Need to Know

• Bears and cougars occur in the area. Any time you are away from your campsite and when sleeping at night, you are required to store all food, beverages, garbage and other attractants so they are unavailable to bears and other wildlife. Proper storage is usually in your vehicle or an approved container. See the campground host for further details. 

• You can rent PADDLEBOARDS at the campground. Reserve them ahead of time at SCENICCANYONS.COM  

• SCRS & Recreation.gov policy states we will keep your reserved site until check-out time on the day after the scheduled arrival date. If you haven't occupied it at any time during this period, your reservation is null and void and will be given to first come first serve campers. Your reservation will be a no show and no refund will be given.

• Off-highway vehicle operation is prohibited in the campground.

• For more information on Colville National Forest, click here

• Don't Move Firewood: Please protect Pacific Northwest forests by preventing the spread of invasive species. Firewood can carry insects and diseases that can threaten the health of our western forests. You can make a difference by obtaining and burning your firewood near your camping destination. Visit Dontmovefirewood.org for further information.

Natural Features

Sullivan Lake covers 1291 acres and has a depth of 320 feet. Hall Mountain rises abruptly from the eastern shore of the lake to a height of over 6000 feet. The densely wooded nature of the campground provides privacy at each campsite, and plenty of shade for warm summer days. Wildlife such as elk, moose, white-tailed deer, and black bears can be spotted in the area. In the fall, the surrounding forests are ablaze with the yellow foliage of western larch and aspen. 

Nearby Attractions

The trail to the top of nearby Hall Mountain offers great views of the lake basin and surrounding mountains. Wildflowers canb abundant on this popular trail. A 20 mile drive will take you to the Salmo-Priest Wilderness area, which offers excellent hikes and rugged mountain scenery.

Sullivan Lake is about four miles southeast of Metaline Falls, a quaint town with historic buildings. Crawford State Park is located on the west side of the Pend Oreille River near the U.S.- Canada border. In the summer, a park ranger conducts under-ground tours of Gardiner Cave, the main attraction at this park. Seattle City Light offers tours of their Boundary Hydroelectric Project, on the main-stem Pend Oreille River one mile from the international border.

Recreation

The Sullivan Lake Basin provides campers with opportunities for swimming, biking, fishing, boating and hiking. Canoeing , kayaking, paddle boarding and power boating are among the water sports popular on the lake.  

Campers can walk directly from their campsite to a short nature trail, as well as the Lakeshore Trail, a National Scenic Trail that runs along the eastern shore of the lake. This 4.2 mile trail offers viewpoint of the lake and is a popular day-hike for all ages. Biking along local trails and roads is also popular.    

Common fish species include burbot and Kokanee salmon. Fishing in this deep mountain lake is most successful from a boat. 

Contact Information

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12391 SULLIVAN LAKE RD BOX 10 METALINE FALLS WA 99153

Phone Number

For campground inquiries, please call: 509-446-7500

Rental Options

Learn more about gear rental options for your trip

Driving Directions

Campground is located 95 miles north of Spokane, Washington. From the junction of State Highway 20, follow State Highway 31 three miles north to the junction of the Sullivan Lake Road (County Road 9345). Follow the Sullivan Lake Road for 12.5 miles to the junction of Forest Road 2200 (Sullivan Creek). Turn right onto Sullivan Creek Road and follow it for 0.25 mile to the entrance of East Sullivan Campground.

Available Campsites

• Site 020, Loop CEDAR, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 027, Loop CEDAR, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 012, Loop FIR, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 015, Loop FIR, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 016, Loop FIR, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 036, Loop PINE, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 007, Loop FIR, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site B2, Loop Walk-In, Type Walk To
• Site 024, Loop CEDAR, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 014, Loop FIR, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 011, Loop FIR, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site A3, Loop Walk-In, Type Walk To
• Site 004, Loop FIR, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 033, Loop PINE, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 018, Loop CEDAR, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 023, Loop CEDAR, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 010, Loop FIR, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site C1, Loop Walk-In, Type Walk To
• Site G01, Loop SULL, Type Group Standard Nonelectric
• Site 006, Loop FIR, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 013, Loop FIR, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 028, Loop CEDAR, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 017, Loop CEDAR, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site C2, Loop Walk-In, Type Walk To
• Site 008, Loop FIR, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 034, Loop PINE, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 029, Loop CEDAR, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 025, Loop CEDAR, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 005, Loop FIR, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site A2, Loop Walk-In, Type Walk To
• Site 031, Loop PINE, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 003, Loop FIR, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site B1, Loop Walk-In, Type Walk To
• Site 002, Loop FIR, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 009, Loop FIR, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 038, Loop PINE, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 030, Loop CEDAR, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 019, Loop CEDAR, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 001, Loop FIR, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site A1, Loop Walk-In, Type Walk To
• Site 026, Loop CEDAR, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 035, Loop PINE, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 022, Loop CEDAR, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 032, Loop PINE, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 021, Loop CEDAR, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 037, Loop PINE, Type Standard Nonelectric

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