Lake Gillette Campground
Open for the season. Operating dates are mid-May through late October. Potable water is available through September 30. Sites are reservable via Recreation.gov or first-come, first-served. Check-in at 2:00 p.m., check-out at 12:00 p.m. Maximum stay is 14 days.
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 Gillette Campground occupies a scenic spot on the east shore of Gillette Lake within Colville National Forest. The 14 campsites range from private to more social, with some offering lake views. Lodgepole pine and tamarack provide shade throughout the campground, and paved interior roads and parking spurs make for easy access. The day-use area includes a boat launch, dock, and swimming beach. Hikers can access Rufus Trail #148 nearby, and an amphitheater is reachable via connecting trails. The campground is popular for fishing, swimming, and wildlife viewing. Facilities include vault toilets, potable water from faucets (available through September 30), picnic tables at each site, and bear-proof garbage containers. A camp host is present during the season. Food and wildlife attractants must be properly stored, as bears and cougars frequent the area.
Directions
From Colville, WA: Take WA-20 E for 24.5 miles. Turn right onto NF-200/Pend Oreille Lake Road for 0.4 miles. Turn left and continue 236 feet; destination is on the right.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| 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 | $62 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 50ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 50ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| craig@sceniccanyons.com | |
| Phone | +1 (435) 245-6521 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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