Lake Gillette Campground
Colville, Washington
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48°36'46.5"N 117°32'15.6"W Maps | Directions |
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Camp, Hike, and Swim
3200ft elevation. 30 campsites located nearby Lake Gillette, and a multi-use trail for ORV's, hikers and bicycle riders. Other area activities include hiking and horse riding area trails, fishing, and boating on the various lakes in this area.
Camping sites are nice and spacious and close to facilities. Some are very private and others closer together, some have a view of the lake. Day use for trails and beach area are nice with picnic areas and lots of parking. Access to Rufus Trail #148 is near this campground. An amphitheatre is also close and can be reached by one of the many trails. This is a great family campground with plenty of things to do.
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Colville National Forest : Recreation
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Directions
From Colville, Washington
- Head north on N Maple St toward E 2nd Ave (0.1 mi)
- Turn right at the 2nd cross street onto WA-20 E/E 3rd AveContinue to follow WA-20 E(24.5 mi)
- Turn right onto NF-200/Pendoreille Lake Rd (0.5 mi)
- Turn rightDestination will be on the right(79 ft)
From Ione,WA go south 3.5 miles on SR 31 to SR 20, then west 11 miles to Pend Oreille Lake Road, then 1/2 mile to the site.
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