East Sullivan

Colville National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: METALINE FALLS, WA, WA

Price: From $31 per night

Price range: $31–$120 per night

Rating: 4.3 out of 5 (86 reviews)

Season: May through October

East Sullivan Campground is located at the north end of Sullivan Lake about five miles east of Metaline Falls, Washington. The campground provides a unique environment where campers can enjoy many recreational opportunities. The Sullivan Lake Basin provides campers with opportunities for swimming, biking, fishing, boating and hiking.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Electric Hookups, Fishing, Boat Launch

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/east-sullivan to be notified when sites open up.

East Sullivan offers a serene forest setting on Sullivan Lake with excellent recreation opportunities including fishing, boating, hiking, and water sports. Campers consistently rate it 4.7/5 stars, praising its cleanliness, natural beauty, and spacious sites.

Wildlife alert: Grizzly bears, mountain lions, gray wolves, and Canada lynx have been documented within 8km of the campground. American black bears also present in the area.

Insider tips for East Sullivan: Book early — this is a popular federal campground with limited availability Bring a self-contained RV or plan for tent camping as most sites lack hookups Access water sports directly from camp; Sullivan Lake supports swimming, canoeing, kayaking, and power boating

Skip East Sullivan if: Seeking a small, quiet campground — it attracts many families and is not secluded. Requiring RV hookups — only electric hookups available and not at most sites. Need paved camping sites — vault toilet facilities only. Visiting outside May-October — campground is closed seasonally.

Best time to visit East Sullivan: May-October — Campground operates seasonally during these months only.

Nearby campgrounds: West Sullivan (METALINE FALLS, WA), Noisy Creek (METALINE FALLS, WA), Edgewater Campground (IONE, WA), Gillette Campground (METALINE FALLS, WA).

Cell Phone Coverage at East Sullivan

Cell signal at East Sullivan (METALINE FALLS, WA): none overall signal based on FCC broadband data.

Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.

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METALINE FALLS, WA, WA★ 4.3 (86 reviews)From $31/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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East Sullivan Campground is located at the north end of Sullivan Lake about five miles east of Metaline Falls, Washington. The campground provides a unique environment where campers can enjoy many recreational opportunities. The Sullivan Lake Basin provides campers with opportunities for swimming, biking, fishing, boating and hiking.

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Verified facts

RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
Max RV55 ft
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
ADA sites38 sites
Bear boxesYes — at every site
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsFishing
Recreation
Picnic TablesBoat Launch
Family & Pets
Electric Hookups

Straight talk

CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reports

Known issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.

Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
Skip it if:✕ Seeking a small, quiet campground — it attracts many families and is not secluded✕ Requiring RV hookups — only electric hookups available and not at most sites✕ Need paved camping sites — vault toilet facilities only✕ Visiting outside May-October — campground is closed seasonally

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a popular federal campground with limited availability

Bring a self-contained RV or plan for tent camping as most sites lack hookups

Access water sports directly from camp; Sullivan Lake supports swimming, canoeing, kayaking, and power boating

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally during these months only

Things to do nearby

RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
T-Mobile
4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 0%
AT&T
4G · 0%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: Grizzly bears, mountain lions, gray wolves, and Canada lynx have been documented within 8km of the campground. American black bears also present in the area.

Location

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Campground is located 95 miles north of Spokane, Washington. From the junction of State Highway 20, follow State Highway 31 three miles north to the junction of the Sullivan Lake Road (County Road 9345). Follow the Sullivan Lake Road for 12.5 miles to the junction of Forest Road 2200 (Sullivan Creek). Turn right onto Sullivan Creek Road and follow it for 0.25 mile to the entrance of East Sullivan Campground.

Campground entrance

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Community

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Pro tips

  • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Colville National Forest fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at Colville National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.
  • Bear country — store all food in bear boxes or locked vehicle at all times.

Frequently asked questions

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How much does East Sullivan cost per night?+
East Sullivan costs $31–$120 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is East Sullivan open?+
East Sullivan is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does East Sullivan have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at East Sullivan?+
East Sullivan can accommodate RVs up to 55 feet.
How do I make reservations at East Sullivan?+
East Sullivan is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
What is the cell service like at East Sullivan?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at East Sullivan is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is East Sullivan open, and what are check-in times?+
East Sullivan is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

Official resources

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●Data sources on this page
Recreation.gov — Live site availability — updated every 30 min
recreation.gov · RIDB API
National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
api.weather.gov · open-meteo.com
Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
airquality.googleapis.com
iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
api.inaturalist.org
Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
pollen.googleapis.com
FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
broadbandmap.fcc.gov · quarterly
Sunrise-Sunset.org — Sunrise, sunset & golden hour for today
api.sunrise-sunset.org
Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
maps.googleapis.com
RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
ridb.recreation.gov · /facilities /campsites /activities /links /recareas

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$31 /night★ 4.3 (86)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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