East Sullivan
East Sullivan is a national forest campground in Washington. Hookups: no hookups.
- Type
- National forest campground
- Location
- Washington
- Coordinates
- 48.86139, -117.28278
- Hookups
- No hookups
- Activities
- Beachcombing, Biking, Boating, Camping, Canoeing, Day Use Area, Fishing, Hiking, Kayaking, Motor Boat, Mountain Biking, Non-motorized Boating
- Map
- Open in OpenStreetMap
- Phone
- 509-446-7500
Amenities
- Reservable sites
Only amenities a source confirms are listed; an amenity missing here is unknown, not absent.
About East Sullivan
Overview 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. Recreation The Sullivan Lake Basin provides campers with opportunities for swimming, biking, fishing, boating and hiking. Canoeing , kayaking, paddle boarding and power boating are among the water sports popular on the lake. Campers can walk directly from their campsite to a short nature trail, as well as the Lakeshore Trail, a National Scenic Trail that runs along the eastern shore of the lake. This 4.2 mile trail offers viewpoint of the lake and is a popular day-hike for all ages. Biking along local trails and roads is also popular. Common fish species include burbot and Kokanee salmon. Fishing in this deep mountain lake is most successful from a boat. Facilities Campsites do not have a view of the lake, but they are all a short walk away. Along the lake is a day-use area, walking trail, boat ramp, picnic tables and swimming area. The group campground is located near the boat ramp and can accommodate up to 40 people. A small airstrip adjacent to the campground is used by some campers who fly in with their small aircraft, or via a chartered plane. Natural Features Sullivan Lake covers 1291 acres and has a depth of 320 feet. Hall Mountain rises abruptly from the eastern shore of the lake to a height of over 6000 feet. The densely
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Nearby RV services
- Dump station
- None mapped within 50 mi
- Water fill
- None mapped within 50 mi
- Propane
- Aspen Valley Propane · 35 mi
- Low clearances
- None mapped within 10 mi
- Off-road routes
- 152 designated routes (265 mi) within 10 mi
Other places to stay nearby
| Name | Type | Distance | Fee | Hookups |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Sullivan | National forest campground | 0.3 mi | — | No hookups |
| Mill Pond Campground | Private campground | 0.6 mi | — | — |
| Mill Pond | National forest campground | 0.6 mi | — | — |
| Sullivan Creek 1 | Free campsite | 1.2 mi | Free | — |
| East Sullivan Campground | Private campground | 1.5 mi | — | — |
| West Sullivan Lake Campground | Private campground | 1.5 mi | — | — |
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Sources. Recreation.gov (RIDB). Updated June 2026. Facility facts only; DryRig does not publish ratings or reviews on this page.