East Sullivan, near Metaline Falls, Washington, is a solid choice for campers looking to immerse themselves in the beauty of the Colville National Forest. This campground offers a laid-back vibe with spacious sites that provide a decent amount of privacy, making it a great spot for relaxing by the fire after a day of adventure.

The area is known for its stunning lake, perfect for swimming on hot days, and visitors rave about the clean, clear water. Many campers have enjoyed kayaking and discovering secluded beaches along the shoreline, which adds a nice touch to the outdoor experience. As one happy camper put it, “The lake itself is amazing. Perfect temperature for swimming on a hot day.”

Amenities include vault toilets and onsite trash pickup, ensuring a hassle-free stay. While there are no electric hookups or showers, the campground maintains a peaceful atmosphere, allowing you to truly unwind and connect with nature. Plus, the nearby day-use area features picnic tables and grills, making it easy to enjoy meals outdoors.

For those eager to explore, East Sullivan is conveniently located near attractions like Gardner Cave and Boundary Dam. Whether you’re hiking, swimming, or just soaking in the views, this campground has plenty to offer for a memorable getaway.

## 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. 
## 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 wooded nature of the campground provides privacy at each campsite, and plenty of shade for warm summer days. Wildlife such as elk, moose, white-tailed deer, and black bears can be spotted in the area. In the fall, the surrounding forests are ablaze with the yellow foliage of western larch and aspen. 
## Nearby Attractions

 The trail to the top of nearby Hall Mountain offers great views of the lake basin and surrounding mountains. Wildflowers canb abundant on this popular trail. A 20 mile drive will take you to the Salmo-Priest Wilderness area, which offers excellent hikes and rugged mountain scenery. Sullivan Lake is about four miles southeast of Metaline Falls, a quaint town with historic buildings. Crawford State Park is located on the west side of the Pend Oreille River near the U.S.- Canada border. In the summer, a park ranger conducts under-ground tours of Gardiner Cave, the main attraction at this park. Seattle City Light offers tours of their Boundary Hydroelectric Project, on the main-stem Pend Oreille River one mile from the international border.

East Sullivan

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thus place is great. water isnt to far from campsites. the area is beautiful.  make sure you book in advance most the time it's full. make sure you check out gardner caves and boundary dam not to far away. 

amazing views 

It is a nice Campground on Sullivan lake run by the U.S. Forest Service.

It has all the amenities you would expect from a campground run by them. It has vault toilets, onsite trash pickup, and water. There is a day use area on the lake with picnic tables, grills, bathrooms and even a boat launch! It boasts 32 campsites, 6 double campsites, 1 group campsite(up to 40 people) all with picnic tables, fire pits, and tent pads. The pricing is as follows:

$20/single site

$40/double site

$75/group site 

$10/Extra vehicle

$5/Day use  

Overall This is a nice place with a few small towns close by incase you need supplies. I would check it out if in the area.

Nice campground by Sullivan Lake 

The established campgrounds at East Sullivan and West Sullivan are typical well-maintained Forest Service campgrounds. The vault toilets are clean, the water pipes put out good water, and there is plenty of space between sites (though you can still expect to hear your neighbors). Because there are no water/RV hook-ups, the place tends to be a little quieter. 

  

The lake itself is amazing. Perfect temperature for swimming on a hot day, clean as glass, rocky/sandy bottom and no weeds. We kayaked about half-way up the East side and found a private picnic/beach and spent the day there swimming and reading.

Beautiful lake, nature, above average campground 

Campsite 36 in the Pine loop is just a short walk away from a lovely lake beach that has fire pits and picnic tables. The campsite itself is very nice, large, shaded, with a decent distance from neighboring campers as far as campgrounds go. I didn't do what I usually do and walk around the campground to see what the best site is to book during future visits, but I have zero complaints about this site. We really enjoyed our stay at Lake Sullivan and our excursions to Metaline Falls, Gardner Cave, Peewee Falls, Mill Pond Historic Site, and Crescent Lake.

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