Established Camping

Deception Lake

Deception Lake offers a camping experience surrounded by forested terrain in Washington. Temperatures can range from lows in the 30s Fahrenheit during cooler months to highs in the 80s during summer. Nearby attractions include Colville National Forest and the scenic views of the Pend Oreille River, providing opportunities for hiking and water activities.

Description

US Forest Service

Colville National Forest

Deception CreekSmall 1.3 acre lake located 4 miles east of Ione, WA. Year-round fishing available. Water levels fluctuate and during low water years the lake cannot support fish. When water levels allow, the lake is stocked with rainbow trout. Access is hike-in along NFS 1933160 for approximately 1/4 mile, then follow a user created trail for another 1/2 mile to the lake. Scenery is beautiful. Shoreline access is good.

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Location

Deception Lake is located in Washington

Directions

From Ione, WA : Head south on WA-31 S/S 2nd Ave/International Selkirk Loop S for 0.9 miles. Turn left onto Elizabeth Ave/Sullivan Lake Rd continue to follow Sullivan Lake Rd for 0.4 miles. Turn left to stay on Sullivan Lake Rd continue for 4.2 miles. Turn right onto Paupac Rd continue for 0.5 miles. Slight right onto A/Dry Canyon Rd/Paupac Rd continue for 1.9 miles. Access is hike-in along NFS 1933160 for approximately 1/4 mile, then follow a user created trail for another 1/2 mile to the lake. Google map directions from Ione, WA