Summit Lake Campground
Opens Memorial Day Weekend (May 25, 2026) and operates through September 30. First-come, first-served with no reservations. Maximum stay 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
Summit Lake Campground sits on the shore of a striking 7-acre emerald-colored lake in the Colville National Forest of northeast Washington. This fee-free primitive campground caters to tent campers seeking a quiet backcountry experience. Facilities are minimal with just one vault toilet and no picnic tables or fire rings. Campers must treat or filter water from the lake and pack out all trash. The lake reaches 35 feet deep and supports populations of eastern brook and rainbow trout. A boat launch accommodates small vessels. Three additional lakes within 10 miles provide day-trip fishing opportunities. A Washington state fishing license is required. The access road is rough and not suitable for trailers or RVs. Quiet hours are enforced from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m., and stays are limited to 14 days. Pets must be on leash, fireworks are prohibited, and food must be stored properly to avoid attracting wildlife.
Directions
From Three Rivers Ranger Station in Kettle Falls: Head west on 11th Ave toward Juniper St. Continue onto Old Kettle Rd for 0.7 miles. Turn right onto WA-25 N. In 0.5 miles turn left onto US-395 N and continue for 13.8 miles. Turn right onto Barstow Bridge Rd and continue for 1.0 miles. Turn left onto Pierre Lake Rd and continue for 10.3 miles. Turn right onto Sand Creek Rd and continue for 118 feet. Take the 1st left and continue for 2.2 miles to lake.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | No |
| 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) 684-7000 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| Colville NF Summit Lake Campground |
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