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Trout Lake Campground

Closed For the Season

This campground is closed for the season from October 28, 2024 through May 20, 2025.

Trout Lake Campground is located near Kettle Falls, WA, surrounded by forested terrain and a lake. The area experiences temperatures ranging from 30°F in winter to 85°F in summer. Nearby attractions include Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area and Colville National Forest, offering opportunities for hiking and fishing.

Description

National Forest

This small campground has private tent sites close to the lake with access to a fishing dock. There is a small boat launch and the lake is noncombustible motors only. The campground also hosts the Hoodoo Canyon Trail #17 Trail Head. This is a 4.7 mile hiking trail that also intersects the Emerald Lake #94 hiking trail . Wildlife has been seen frequently at the lake which includes moose and whitetail deer. This area is frequently used by fisherman, hikers and hunters. Facilities 5 campsites with picnic tables, fire pits, and tent pads Boat ramp Dock 8x24 feet with 3 foot wide ramp. (Please note this is not wheel chair accessible.) No drinking water Toilets No garbage disposal - Please pack it out

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Location

Trout Lake Campground is located in Washington

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Directions

From Colville, start out going west on WA-20 toward US-395 for less than 0.1 miles. Turn right onto US-395 and continue to follow for 12.2 miles. Turn left onto WA-20 for 39.9 miles. From Republic, go east on state HWY 20 (Sherman Pass National Scenic Byway) approximately 27 miles to forest route 020. Go north on 020 approximately 3.5 miles.

Coordinates

48.62432476 N
118.24038582 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site
  • Walk-In
    Park in a lot, walk to your site.

Stay Connected

  • WiFi
    Available
  • Verizon
    Good
  • AT&T
    Poor
  • T-Mobile
    Unknown

Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)

Features

For Campers

  • ADA Access
  • Picnic Table
  • Phone Service
  • Toilets
  • Pets
  • Fires

FREE established camping

Enjoy camping on government land. Limited or no services at this camping area.

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Reviewed May. 3, 2023

Spring Camp

I took my son here as soon as the roads cleared of snow and we had an amazing time. We were the only people at the camp that night but people showed up the next day and there were day use people there the first day as well. The lake is beautiful and we took our canoe out on it a couple times. We also had great hikes on the local trails. We couldn’t get the fish to bite but others told us the lake is stocked. We also made some spontaneous friends with other visitors. Not all the other visitors were great but a majority of the people we met were.

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Month of VisitMay
  • Review photo of Trout Lake Campground by Andrew F., May 3, 2023
  • Review photo of Trout Lake Campground by Andrew F., May 3, 2023
  • the creek leading from the lake and the bridge to the hiking trail
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Reviewed Aug. 27, 2019

Ranger review: Morsel Spork at Trout Lake Campground

Ranger review: Morsel Spork at Trout Lake Campground.

**Campground Review: **

Trout lake campground is certainly off the beaten path. The road to get there is dirt and gravel. It is uneven with a lot of potholes, also very narrow and no room for others to pass. Super sketchy in my Kia Soul. The drive there is nice, as you go up in to the mountains, great views. Once you get to the campground it is super small with only five sites. pretty popular for boats. the sites are great, well shaded. My favorite site was 5 as it was big, but also right behind the main access to the dock. The dock was flooded this time. Make sure you have everything you need, its a far drive from any store. The lake is good for fishing. The vault toilets are well maintained. Pack out your trash. bring your own water. 

**Product Review: **

https://morselspork.com/

As a Ranger for the Dyrt, sometimes I get to test cool products in the field. Today I tested the Morsel Spork. I love these things! I was able to get a regular and an xl and test them both, My favorite is the smaller one, because its easier to wield. I can see the benefits of the big xl large one if you have those hard to reach bagged food items but in retrospect it just wasn't for me. They are both lightweight, have the serrated edge, flexible edge on the spoon, and they are both just cool. I love the idea of sporks and Morsel Spork put a lot of thought in their design. I love the materiel, nice and sturdy. It's earned it's way in to my camp back and I'm excited to have them

Month of VisitAugust
  • Review photo of Trout Lake Campground by Andrea R., August 27, 2019
  • Review photo of Trout Lake Campground by Andrea R., August 27, 2019
  • Review photo of Trout Lake Campground by Andrea R., August 27, 2019
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Reviewed Oct. 1, 2018

High clearance vehicles only

$10 per night, 2 vault toilets, 17 sites right off the creek, fires allowed. I would recommend 4x4 getting here. Great for fishing.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Are fires allowed at Trout Lake Campground?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Trout Lake Campground, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

  • Does Trout Lake Campground have wifi?

    No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Trout Lake Campground does not have wifi.

  • Is there cell phone reception at Trout Lake Campground?

    According to campers on TheDyrt.com, Verizon signal is good, AT&T is poor, and T-Mobile is unknown.