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.
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.
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.
Practical guidance assembled from current operator maps, park pages, and clearly identified community observations.
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.
| 📍 Nearest Town | Metaline Falls, WA |
| ⛽ Gas Station | 20 mi |
| 🛒 Grocery Store | 20 mi |
| 🏪 Costco | 70 mi |
| ☕ Starbucks | 30 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.