Largest Sullivan Lake campground with 38 RV sites (55 ft max), near Metaline Falls — known for kokanee fishing, kayaking, and a unique fly-in airstrip for bush pilots.
East Sullivan Campground sits at the north end of Sullivan Lake in the remote northeast corner of Washington, 5 miles east of Metaline Falls. Thirty-eight RV sites accommodate rigs up to 55 feet — one of the largest NF campground RV limits in the state. Vault toilets and potable water are on site, plus a day-use area, swimming beach, and paddleboard rentals. The 4.2-mile Lakeshore National Scenic Trail starts here. A unique bonus: an adjacent grass airstrip accommodates small planes for fly-in camping.
East Sullivan Campground sits on the quieter eastern shore of Sullivan Lake in the Colville National Forest's Selkirk Mountains, a region more reminiscent ecologically of northern Idaho and British Columbia than the rest of Washington State. The Salmo-Priest Wilderness, accessible from trails near the lake, is the southernmost habitat for the woodland caribou herd that crosses the US-Canada border — the only caribou population remaining in the lower 48 states. Sullivan Lake's deep, cold water supports bull trout — a cold-water indicator species requiring pristine habitat — and the surrounding forest is home to recovering populations of fisher, a rare mustelid now rebounding after successful reintroduction in the Selkirks.
Practical guidance assembled from current operator maps, park pages, and clearly identified community observations.
Sullivan Lake is one of the most underrated lakes in northeastern WA. Sites 1–20 near the lake are the most desirable and fill first. The Lakeshore National Scenic Trail begins right at the campground. Good fishing from the dock. The Colville National Forest here is beautiful and rarely overcrowded. Highly recommended for those who want a destination feel without the competition of more famous WA campgrounds.
| 📍 Nearest Town | Metaline Falls, WA |
| ⛽ Gas Station | 5 mi |
| 🛒 Grocery Store | 5 mi |
| 🏪 Costco | 70 mi |
| ☕ Starbucks | 35 mi |
| 🏕️ Nearest State Park | 25 mi |
Stock up in Metaline Falls, WA before heading out — services get limited near the campground.
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Reserving 6 months in advance. Confirm current rules, site dimensions, and conditions with the operator. Booking and availability are handled externally.