Elbow Lake Campground
Currently closed for the season. Opens Memorial Day Weekend through October 27. First-come, first-served only; no reservations or fees.
Alcohol Prohibitions
This Order describes acts that are prohibited upon lands, roads and trails within the National Forest System administered by the Forest Service Pacific Northwest Region in regards to alcoholic beverages.
Aquatic Invasive Species
This Order prohibits 1) possessing, storing, or transporting any aquatic invasive animal species AND 2) prohibits possessing, storing, or transporting any aquatic or riparian invasive plant species - on National Forest System lands in the Pacific Northwest Region as specified in the Order.
Restrictions on Use of Forage and Mulch Products
This Order prohibits unloading, storing, or using any straw, hay, grain, seed, or other forage or mulch products that are not state-certified weed free on the National Forest System lands, roads or trails in any Closure Area as specific in the Order. Some examples of these include hay bales, hay…
Fireworks and Explosives are always Prohibited
Fireworks and explosives (including explosive targets) are always prohibited on national forest lands. The prohibition of fireworks and exploding targets on national forest system lands is part of a set of permanent fire safety regulations in the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), listed below.…
Food Storage Order
The goal of this special order is to minimize the potential for bears and other wildlife to access human foods. Animals that have repeatedly obtained unsecured human foods can learn to associate the presence of humans with a food reward and begin to lose their natural fear of man. This can lead to…
Tacoma Creek Spur Road Closure
For public safety and resource protection forest road closures are in place in the Tacoma Creek Fire area.
Occupancy and Use / Camping Restrictions Order
Camping is prohibited for more than 14 consecutive days in one location and more than 28 calendar days annually within the Colville National Forest.
Aquatic Invasive Species Order
This order prohibits possessing, storing, or transporting any aquatic invasive animal species on the national Forest System lands in the Pacific Northwest Region.
About
Elbow Lake Campground offers a secluded camping experience in the Three Rivers Ranger District of Colville National Forest. Located 9.5 miles west of Northport and 8 miles north of Marble, this free campground provides basic amenities including vault toilets, picnic tables, and fire rings at each site. Campers must bring their own water as no potable water is available on site. The lake itself is now divided into two segments: a 7.1-acre marshy northern area and a 6.4-acre southern section accessible via a steep path from the campground. Fishing opportunities exist with a Washington state fishing license, and two-pole fishing is permitted. The quiet atmosphere and remote location make this an excellent choice for those seeking solitude. Sites are more suited to tent camping than trailers or large RVs due to the campground's primitive nature. OHV use is prohibited within the campground, and standard forest regulations apply including a 14-day maximum stay, leashed pets, and quiet hours from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m.
Directions
Off of Highway 25 to Northport take Road 4220 all the way to the lake.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $0 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (509) 738-7700 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| USFS Elbow Lake Campground |
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