West Sullivan

Colville National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: METALINE FALLS, WA, WA

Price: From $31 per night

Price range: $31–$60 per night

Rating: 4.7 out of 5 (20 reviews)

Season: May through October

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

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Drinking Water, Electric Hookups, Fishing, Boat Launch

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

West Sullivan Campground offers crystal clear water, large well-separated sites, and excellent recreational opportunities including fishing, boating, swimming, and hiking in the Sullivan Lake Basin. Google reviewers consistently praise its cleanliness, proximity to water, and beautiful natural setting with a 4.6/5 rating.

Wildlife alert: Grizzly Bear, Mountain Lion, Gray Wolf, Canada Lynx, and American Black Bear have been documented within 8km. Birds include Song Sparrow, Common Merganser, Mountain Bluebird, and Ruffed Grouse.

Insider tips for West Sullivan: Book early—this is a federal campground with only 11 sites and high demand Arrive on weekdays (Monday reported as having first-come availability) rather than weekends Fishing is most successful from a boat rather than shore

Skip West Sullivan if: You need water or sewer hookups—only select sites have electric, no water/sewer available. You're visiting outside May-October—seasonal operations only. You prefer larger campgrounds—only 11 total sites.

Best time to visit West Sullivan: May through October — Campground operates seasonally during these months only. Monday-Thursday in July — Google reviews indicate higher availability mid-week, with weekends and holidays filling quickly.

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

Cell Phone Coverage at West Sullivan

Cell signal at West 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★ 4.7 (20 reviews)From $31/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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West Sullivan Campground is located at the north end of Sullivan Lake and about five miles east of Metaline Falls in northeast Washington. The campground provides a unique environment where campers can enjoy a variety of recreational activities. The Sullivan Lake Basin provides campers with opportunities for swimming, 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 RV35 ft
HookupsElectric hookups on select sites. No water/sewer.
ADA sites8 sites
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsDrinking WaterBoat Launch
Recreation
Picnic TablesElectric Hookups
Family & Pets
Vault ToiletsFishing

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 water or sewer hookups—only select sites have electric, no water/sewer available✕ You're visiting outside May-October—seasonal operations only✕ You prefer larger campgrounds—only 11 total sites

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a federal campground with only 11 sites and high demand

Arrive on weekdays (Monday reported as having first-come availability) rather than weekends

Fishing is most successful from a boat rather than shore

Best: May through October

Campground operates seasonally during these months only

Best: Monday-Thursday in July

Google reviews indicate higher availability mid-week, with weekends and holidays filling quickly

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: Grizzly Bear, Mountain Lion, Gray Wolf, Canada Lynx, and American Black Bear have been documented within 8km. Birds include Song Sparrow, Common Merganser, Mountain Bluebird, and Ruffed Grouse.

Location

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Getting there →

Campground is located 90 miles from Spokane. , From the junction of Highway 20, take Highway 31 north towards Ione for 3 miles.. About 1 mile south of Ione, turn onto the Sullivan Lake Road (County Road 9345). Travel 12 miles to the north end of Sullivan Lake. Campground is located across from the Ranger Station.

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 West Sullivan cost per night?+
West Sullivan costs $31–$60 per night. Hookup options: Electric hookups on select sites. No water/sewer.
What season is West Sullivan open?+
West Sullivan is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does West Sullivan have hookups?+
Electric hookups on select sites. No water/sewer.
What is the maximum RV length at West Sullivan?+
West Sullivan can accommodate RVs up to 35 feet.
How do I make reservations at West Sullivan?+
West 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 West Sullivan?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at West Sullivan is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is West Sullivan open, and what are check-in times?+
West 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★ 4.7 (20)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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