West Sullivan
The campground is closed for the season and reopens May 24, 2026. Operates through Labor Day weekend. Reservations available through Recreation.gov.
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
West Sullivan Campground occupies a scenic lakeside setting at the north end of Sullivan Lake, a 1,291-acre mountain lake reaching depths of 320 feet. Located about five miles east of Metaline Falls in northeastern Washington, the campground sits at 2,700 feet elevation in a mixed conifer stand with dense understory providing privacy between sites. A small airstrip adjacent to the campground allows fly-in camping. The campground offers 10 standard single sites suitable for tents, trailers, and small RVs, plus a reservable group shelter. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring. Facilities include vault toilets, potable water from faucets, garbage service, and food storage containers to protect against the area's black bears. All sites are ADA accessible with gravel and grass parking aprons. Sullivan Lake provides excellent recreation including swimming at a designated beach area, fishing (best from a boat), and paddling. The Lakeshore Trail, a 4.2-mile designated National Scenic Trail along the lake's eastern shore, begins within walking distance. The nearby Salmo-Priest Wilderness offers extended backcountry adventures, and Hall Mountain rises dramatically to over 6,000 feet from the lake's eastern shore.
Directions
From Spokane, drive 95 miles north. From the junction of State Highway 20, follow State Highway 31 north for 3 miles to the junction of Sullivan Lake Road (County Road 9345). Follow Sullivan Lake Road for 12 miles to the north end of Sullivan Lake. The campground is directly across from the Sullivan Lake Ranger District office.
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 | $31 - $60 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 35ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 35ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (509) 684-7000 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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