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Established Camping

South Skookum Lake Campground

8 Reviews

About

National Forest

South Skookum Lake is relatively small and is not suitable for boats exceeding 20 feet or motors greater than 15 horsepower. The boat ramp is small and unimproved. Two docks, one of which is accessible, are located near the launch area and provide fishing opportunities for campers who do not have boats. South Baldy lookout, which is still staffed during the summer months, is visible from the campground and is a popular day trip. Facilities 25 campsites with picnic tables, fire pits, and tent pads Boat launch Drinking water Vault toilet Garbage disposal

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Location

South Skookum Lake Campground is located in Washington

Directions

From Newport, follow State Highway 20 north for 15 miles to the town of Usk. Cross the bridge over the Pend Oreille River on the east edge of town and follow the Kings Lake Road (County Road 3389) 8 miles to the junction of Forest Road 5032350 (Kings Mountain). Follow Kings Mountain for 0.5 mile to the campground entrance.

Coordinates

48.39343009 N
117.18520075 W

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Access

Drive-In
Park next to your site
Walk-In
Park in a lot, walk to your site.
Hike-In
Backcountry sites.
Boat-In
Sites accessible by watercraft.

Stay Connected

WiFi
Unknown
Verizon
Unknown
AT&T
Unknown
T-Mobile
Unknown

Site Types

Tent Sites
RV Sites
Standard (Tent/RV)
Group
Tent Cabin

Features

For Campers

ADA Access
Trash
Picnic Table
Firewood Available
Phone Service
Drinking Water
Toilets
Alcohol
Pets
Fires

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General Info

Mark H.

Scout

Reviewed Jul. 16, 2023

Terrible. The camp hosts harrassed us the whole time we were there.

The camp hosts harrassed us the whole time we were there. We were going to stay a week but left after three days. I asked what the problem was and he said my kind didn't belong here. Referring to my skin color I think. I asked for a refund for the two days I paid for but wasn't going to use and he started yelling and acting crazy. Couldn't get out of there fast enough. Followed us a half mile away from the campground.

Marcus K.

Guide

Reviewed May. 29, 2023

SKOOKUM HEAVEN

We stayed outside number for which is close to the entrance. The beauty of being so close to it there is cell service so if you need to get in contact with anyone, it’s about a two minute walk.

This is a small campground with about a mile and a half. Luke goes around the lake, which is a easy hike. I was able to carry my newborn on a pack and didn’t die. Lol.

The lake is very small and his non-motorized vessels only.

This is a little hidden gem, my wife and I go to every year. I think more people should enjoy it as well.

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Beverly L.

Scout

Reviewed Sep. 24, 2022

Want to go back

Used to go as a kid with my family and learned to canoe as a kid with my Grandfather. I've wanted to take my kids and family back ever since!!

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Month of VisitJune

Taylor T.

Guide

Reviewed Jul. 26, 2021

LOVED this campground

One of our favorites on a month long camping trip cross country. The lake was great for a swim and to play fetch with our dog. The place was nearly empty when we arrived so we got to pick what to our knowledge was the only non-tent site a slight view of the lake. Bathrooms were clean. No showers. A tad buggy but not too bad for being near a lake. Didn't get to do the trail because we didn't bring bear spray as a sign at the time advised. You drive for a bit down a dirt road to get here but the Google Maps directions were pretty spot on (slightly off at the end but there was signage to help navigate). A nice coffee shop in the nearest town too.

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Month of VisitAugust

Marcus K.

Guide

Reviewed Jun. 21, 2021

Off the Grid

We stayed in site 8. It’s near the restrooms and water.

The lake loop takes about 45 minutes to complete.

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Keshia D.

Traveler

Reviewed Aug. 9, 2020

Beautiful scenery

Love this campsite. Very remote, and private. This campsite has the cleanest restrooms I have ever seen. Gets cold at night and will rain at times, but other than that the campsite is beautiful.

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Scott B.

Guide

Reviewed Jul. 24, 2018

Skookum Lake

Small campground but private sites. Pit toilets were the cleanest I’ve ever seen. There is a nice trail that goes around the lake where you will see a variety of wildlife. No cell service or hookups. There is one manual pump water fixture. Fishing is limited to trout.

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Chrissy E.

Traveler

Reviewed May. 28, 2018

Great Last Minute Spot for Solo Camper!

Was passing through from Priest Lake, and landed on this campground. I normally camp at North Skookum (which has always been amazing) but wanted to give this one a whirl. It was perfect for me! Camp host very friendly, plenty of wood available throughout campground, and bundles for sale as well. Very clean. Restrooms are very clean, garbages were easy access and bear safe. I love how private the campsites feel! Thick trees are always a plus for me. Easy fishing access. So beautiful. Highly recommend!

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