Lake Ellen West Campground
Open seasonally from Memorial Day weekend through October 27. First-come, first-served only; no reservations. Fire danger is currently low. 14-day stay limit.
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
Lake Ellen West Campground sits on the western shore of 75.5-acre Lake Ellen at 2,300 feet elevation in Washington's Colville National Forest. This small, primitive campground offers five well-separated sites, each equipped with a fire ring, tent pad, and picnic table. A vault toilet serves the campground, though potable water is not available. Campers must bring their own water or treat water from the lake. The campground features a boat dock and shoreline access ideal for fishing and wildlife viewing. Rainbow trout are stocked each spring by Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife, providing consistent fishing throughout the season. Internal combustion motors are prohibited, making this a quiet destination for kayakers, canoeists, and electric-motor boats. Wildlife is abundant, with regular sightings of bald eagles, osprey, loons, and beaver. Access is via a single-lane gravel road approximately 17 miles from Kettle Falls. The campground operates first-come, first-served with no reservations. A Washington state fishing license is required, and lead weights or jigs are prohibited. Quiet hours are enforced between 10 p.m. and 6 a.m.
Directions
From Kettle Falls, WA: Head west on US-395 N/WA-20 W for 3.7 miles. Turn left onto WA-20 W and continue for 4.1 miles. Turn left onto Inchelium-Kettle Falls Road and continue for 4.5 miles. Turn right onto Lake Ellen Road and continue for 3.6 miles. Turn right to stay on Lake Ellen Road for 1.7 miles, then continue for 0.6 miles. Turn right into the campground entrance.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $6 - $8 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (509) 684-7000 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| USFS Lake Ellen West Campground |
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