Noisy Creek Campground campground
National Park ~5 hr 30 min from Seattle

Noisy Creek Campground

28-site Sullivan Lake campground at the south end of the lake with 45 ft RV access, Lakeshore National Scenic Trail connection, and top-notch kokanee fishing.

RV Sites
28
total sites
Max Length
45 ft
dry camping
Hookups
None
dry camping
Surface
Mixed
site surface
Dump Station
Not available
Nearest dump in town
Reservation
6 mo.
books out fast
Why Visit

Noisy Creek Campground

Noisy Creek Campground anchors the south end of Sullivan Lake in Colville National Forest with 28 RV sites accommodating rigs up to 45 feet on gravel and dirt pads. Vault toilets and potable water serve all campers. The Lakeshore National Scenic Trail connects both ends of the lake (4.2 miles one way), and Noisy Creek Trail adds forested canyon exploration. Sullivan Lake is renowned for its kokanee salmon and burbot fishing, as well as kayaking, paddleboarding, and sailing. One of Washington's most remote and scenic alpine lakes.

Sullivan Lake Rd S, Metaline Falls, WA 99153
~5 hr 30 min from Seattle (330 mi)
Recreation.gov · Reserving 6 months in advance
NPS America the Beautiful pass accepted
Washington state map showing Noisy Creek Campground location
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Campground Specs

Details that matter for your rig

Maneuverability
Moderate
Some tight turns — manageable
Cell Coverage
Spotty
Download maps before you go
Generators
Allowed
No generator restrictions
Site Surface
Mixed
Check conditions at check-in
Dump Station
Not available
Nearest dump station in town
Hookups
None
Bring full tanks
Things to Do

Activities at Noisy Creek Campground

🥾 Hiking 🎣 Fishing 🏊 Swimming 🚣 Kayaking 🏖️ Beach ⛵ Boating 🛝 Playground

On-site & nearby activities

  • Lakeshore National Scenic Trail (4.2 mi one way)
  • Noisy Creek Trail (forest canyon hike)
  • Fishing for kokanee salmon and burbot
  • Kayaking and paddleboarding on mountain lake
  • Swimming and beach picnicking
  • Wildlife watching (moose, eagles, black bear)
National Park

One of Washington's crown jewels

Noisy Creek Campground anchors the south end of Sullivan Lake in the Colville National Forest, where the Selkirk Mountains rise steeply from the lakeshore in a landscape that grades from ponderosa pine forest on the lower slopes to subalpine fir and larch near the ridgeline. The Salmo-Priest Wilderness, accessible from trails near Sullivan Lake, protects the most rugged terrain in the Selkirks and is the core habitat for the only remaining caribou herd in the lower 48 states — animals rarely seen but whose presence transforms this forest into something larger and wilder. The Sullivan Lake Ranger District manages some of the best remaining old-growth western larch stands in Washington — towering deciduous conifers that turn brilliant gold each October before shedding their needles in a display unique among Pacific Northwest conifers.

Facilities

What's on-site

🚻
Toilets
Vaulted toilets
🚿
Showers
Not available
💧
Drinking Water
Available
🔥
Fire Pits
Every site
Vault toilets and drinking water are available, but no showers on site. Every site includes a fire pit.
Insider Knowledge

Site recommendations from the field

Sourced from first-hand visits, park ranger notes, and RV community reports. Updated when conditions change.

🗺️

Smaller and quieter than East Sullivan on the same beautiful lake. Sites near Noisy Creek (1–10) have a pleasant cascade soundtrack. A good overflow option when East Sullivan is full, or a deliberate choice for more privacy. The Lakeshore Trail connects both campgrounds — walk it for a beautiful lake circuit. Very little foot traffic midweek; often available without a reservation outside peak summer.

Logistics

Nearest services

📍 Nearest TownMetaline Falls, WA
⛽ Gas Station20 mi
🛒 Grocery Store20 mi
🏪 Costco70 mi
☕ Starbucks30 mi
🏕️ Nearest State Park25 mi

Stock up in Metaline Falls, WA before heading out — services get limited near the campground.

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Information sourced from official park agencies and publicly available data. Conditions, fees, and availability change — verify details directly with the campground before your visit.