4.4155 reviewsPrice
$2 - $6/night
Booking
First-Come
Sites
15 campsites
Season
Open seasonally from...
Cell
Unknown
Pets
Very Pet Friendly
Price
$2 - $6/night
Booking
First-Come
Sites
15 campsites
Season
Open seasonally from...
Cell
Unknown
Pets
Very Pet Friendly
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Pierre Lake Campground, Colville National Forest, Washington
Anglers after largemouth bass, rainbow trout, or crappie will find the 175-foot dock and boat ramp genuinely useful. Tent campers on the south end get solid tree cover and lake views for under $10 a night, kids can swim, and the whole place only has 15 sites, weekdays in summer a
No potable water means hauling everything in, and the pack-it-out trash policy is non-negotiable. Bigger RVs won't fit the north-end sites, and reviews flag occasional noise from loud neighbors or barking dogs from nearby homes, so light sleepers should know it's not always the s
Reference information about Pierre Lake Campground sourced from official USFS records and forestcamping.com. View official recreation.gov page →
<p> </p><p>There is one entrance and two ends to Pierre Campground. The north end has six sites for smaller campers. The south end has nine sites and a tight “J” hook turn around most of these are set up for pick-up campers and tents. 175 foot fishing dock.</p>
The elevation is 2,100 ft. The campground has two unnamed sections separated by a boat ramp. Both sections stretch along the banks of Pierre Lake and sites are tucked in among Douglas fir, cedar, and other conifers. A thick understory of thimbleberry, wild roses and other shrubs provide good privacy. Most sites have a view of this nice canoeing lake which may be visited by moose. The campground is pack it in, pack it out. This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.
Services provided Memorial Day through Labor Day
Pierre Lake is 105 acres. Hiking: Lakeshore Trail (foot only) - 0.5 miles Fishing: Largemouth bass, Rainbow trout and crappie
Pierre Lake is 105 acres.
The parking aprons are gravel and grass.
In Kettle Falls, WA, at intersection of US Rt. 395/State Rt. 20 and State Rt. 25, take Rt. 395 north/Rt. 20 west 2.7 mile to a "Y" intersection. Bear right, staying on Rt. 395 and go 11 miles to Pierre Lk sign. Turn right at sign onto Barstow Br Rd and go 1 mile to a "T" intersection. Turn left onto Pierre Lake and go 8.9 miles to campground sign. Turn right into campground.
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Summer delivers the best conditions. Daytime highs run 70-85°F, nights drop to 45-55°F, and precipitation is minimal. The lake warms enough for swimming, the boat ramp stays accessible, and trails are clear. Holiday weekends and summer Saturdays fill up, but weekdays stay quiet with only 15 sites total. Early spring and late fall bring colder temperatures and occasional snow. Winter activities are possible for visitors prepared for true cold and limited services.
Best season: 70–85°F, lake warms for swimming, boat ramp/trails accessible; peak season reviews positive.
Pierre Lake Campground is split into two sections—north and south—connected by a boat ramp. The north end accommodates six sites designed for smaller campers, while the south end features nine sites primarily suited for pick-up campers and tents. Each site is equipped with picnic tables and grills. The campground offers vault toilets but lacks potable water. Campers must pack in and pack out all trash. A 175-foot fishing dock provides direct access to Pierre Lake.
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