Positioned along a lake within Colville National Forest, Carl's Lake Campground sits 5.6 miles south of Ione in northeastern Washington. The US Forest Service manages this established camping area, which enforces a no-pets policy for all visitors.
Campers seeking lakeside access will find the campground's proximity to water a key feature, though specific amenities and site details remain limited in available information. The forest setting provides a base for exploring camping spots near Colville National Forest. Alternative lake camping options include Nile Lake 1.6 miles west for those wanting different surroundings.
Description
Carl's Lake is a 20.2-acre secluded, shallow lake located 5.5 miles from Ione, Washington.
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Location
Public CampgroundCarl's Lake is located in Washington
Directions
From Ione, WA: Head west on Main St towards S 2nd Ave. Turn left at the 1st cross street onto WA-31 S/S 2nd Ave. Turn right onto WA-20 W. Turn left onto NF-510. Google map directions from Ione, WA From Colville, WA: Head north on N Maple St toward E 2nd Ave for 0.1 mile. Turn right at the 2nd cross street onto WA-20 E/E 3rd Ave, continue to follow WA-20 E for 31.3 miles. Turn right onto Forest Service Road (FSR) 9400500. Continue onto FSR 500 through two locked gates. Take a right on FSR 94005071 continue to the lake. Google map directions from Colville, WA
Coordinates
48.66065045 N
117.44120667 W
Connectivity
T-MobileLTESome Coverage- VerizonLTESome Coverage
AT&TNo Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileLTESome Coverage
- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Access
Site Types
- Tent Sites
Features
Drive Time
- 1 hr 38 min from Spokane, WA
- 1 hr 45 min from Coeur d'Alene, ID
- 3 hrs 21 min from Lewiston, ID
- 4 hrs 8 min from Wenatchee, WA
