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Gillette Campground

Colville National Forest — lakeside, fishing

Location: METALINE FALLS, WA, WA

Price: From $31 per night

Rating: 4.3 out of 5 (29 reviews)

Season: May through October

Gillette Campground is located directly across from Lake Gillette, approximately a quarter-mile from the lake’s shore and surrounded by a stand of lodgepole pine and tamarack.Gillette Campground has 29 single sites, vault toilets and drinking water. Bear proof garbage containers are located around the campground loop.This forested campground provides shade to many of the campsites. Gillette Lake is nearby and can be accessed by foot from the campground.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Drinking Water, Fishing

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

Gillette Campground offers 29 sites directly across from Lake Gillette with ample recreation including hiking, fishing, swimming, and boating. Google reviewers praise the friendly management, beautiful scenery, and access to water activities with nearby paddle board and canoe rentals.

Wildlife alert: American Beaver, Northern Rocky Mountains White-tailed Deer, American Red Squirrel, Cinnamon Teal, Swainson's Thrush, Cedar Waxwing, and Mallard documented in the area.

Insider tips for Gillette Campground: Book early—this is a popular federal campground OHVs are allowed to drive in and out of the park Low bank access and boat launch available for water activities

Skip Gillette Campground if: You need RV hookups—no hookups available at most sites; only suitable for self-contained RVs. You plan to camp outside May-October seasonal window.

Best time to visit Gillette Campground: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only..

Nearby campgrounds: Lake Gillette Campground (METALINE FALLS, WA), Edgewater Campground (IONE, WA), Panhandle (CUSICK, WA), Noisy Creek (METALINE FALLS, WA).

Cell Phone Coverage at Gillette Campground

Cell signal at Gillette Campground (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 (29 reviews)From $31/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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    Gillette Campground is located directly across from Lake Gillette, approximately a quarter-mile from the lake’s shore and surrounded by a stand of lodgepole pine and tamarack.Gillette Campground has 29 single sites, vault toilets and drinking water. Bear proof garbage containers are located around the campground loop.This forested campground provides shade to many of the campsites. Gillette Lake is nearby and can be accessed by foot from the campground.

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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.
    PetsAllowed
    CampfiresAllowed
    Max/site6 people

    Amenities

    RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
    Essentials
    Fire RingsDrinking Water
    Recreation
    Picnic TablesFishing
    Family & Pets
    Vault Toilets

    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:✕ You need RV hookups—no hookups available at most sites; only suitable for self-contained RVs✕ You plan to camp outside May-October seasonal window

    Insider tips & when to go

    CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

    Book early

    this is a popular federal campground

    OHVs are allowed to drive in and out of the park

    Low bank access and boat launch available for water activities

    Best: May-October

    Campground operates seasonally May through October only.

    Things to do nearby

    RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

    Conditions today

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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: American Beaver, Northern Rocky Mountains White-tailed Deer, American Red Squirrel, Cinnamon Teal, Swainson's Thrush, Cedar Waxwing, and Mallard documented in the area.

    Location

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    435-245-6521· Colville National Forest
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    Getting there →

    From Colville, WA: Head east on Hwy. 20 for approximately 20 miles to the Colville National Forest campground sign. Turn right onto Pend Oreille Lake Rd. and go 1.2 miles to campground entrance.

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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

    RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
    How much does Gillette Campground cost per night?+
    Gillette Campground costs $31 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
    What season is Gillette Campground open?+
    Gillette Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
    Does Gillette Campground have hookups?+
    No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
    What is the maximum RV length at Gillette Campground?+
    Gillette Campground can accommodate RVs up to 55 feet.
    How do I make reservations at Gillette Campground?+
    Gillette Campground 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 Gillette Campground?+
    According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Gillette Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
    What season is Gillette Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
    Gillette Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

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    $31 /night★ 4.3 (29)
    SeasonMay through October
    Check-in2:00 PM
    Check-out12:00 PM
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    Nearby Campgrounds

    Lake Gillette Campground

    METALINE FALLS, WA

    From $31/night

    Edgewater Campground

    IONE, WA

    From $31/night

    Panhandle

    CUSICK, WA

    From $31/night

    Noisy Creek

    METALINE FALLS, WA

    From $31/night

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