Lake Thomas Campground
Opens Memorial Day weekend 2026. The campground operates seasonally through Labor Day weekend. No potable water is available; bring your own water supply.
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…
About
Lake Thomas Campground occupies a scenic hillside position above Lake Thomas in the Colville National Forest. The 163-acre, 55-foot deep lake is part of the picturesque Little Pend Oreille lakes system. Most sites are tent-only, private, and offer views of the water below. Trails from the campground provide shoreline access for anglers targeting black crappie, brook trout, largemouth bass, pumpkinseed sunfish, rainbow trout, tench, tiger trout, and yellow perch. A Washington state fishing license is required. The campground provides vault toilets, picnic tables, fire rings, and bear-proof garbage containers. No potable water is available, so campers must bring their own supply. Access to Rufus Trail #148 is located near the campground for hiking opportunities. Motorized boats are allowed on the lake, with water access to nearby Lake Gillette. Quiet hours are enforced from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. Check-in is at 2 p.m. and checkout at noon. Pets must be leashed, fireworks are prohibited, and OHV use is not permitted within the campground. Maximum stay is 14 days.
Directions
From Colville, WA: Take WA-20 E for 24.5 miles. Turn right onto NF-200/Pend Oreille Lake Road for 1.3 miles. The campground is on the right.
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 | $31 |
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 Lake Thomas Campground | |
| Colville NF Alerts & Closures |
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