South Skookum Lake
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South Skookum Lake Campground is a beautiful campground situated next to South Skookum Lake. It is heavily forested and plenty of shade and seclusion from other campers. The lake is relatively small and is not suitable for boats exceeding 20 feet. The boat ramp is small and unimproved. Two docks, one of which is accessible, are located near the launch area and provide fishing opportunities. South Baldy lookout, which is still staffed during the summer months, is visible from the campground and is a popular day trip. Keep reading
Recreation Camping, fishing, bicycling, hiking, kayaking, paddleboarding, & swimming make this a favorable place to visit. Facilities Each site has a table and fire ring. The campground has vault toilets, drinking water, animal resistant garbage containers, and animal resistant food storage boxes. No place to fill recreational vehicles only water jugs so be prepared to come with your rig full prior to arriving. Natural Features A beautiful forested landscape with South Skookum Lake beside it. Most of the campground looks into the Colville National Forest and the lake can only be seen once you crest a small hill which overlooks the lake. Nearby Attractions South Baldy lookout, which is still staffed during the summer months, is visible from the campground and is a popular day trip.
The sites · 25
| Loop | Site | Type | Max rig | Electric | ADA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Skookum | 01 | standard nonelectric | 47 ft | — | |
| South Skookum | 02 | standard nonelectric | 50 ft | — | |
| South Skookum | 03 | standard nonelectric | 50 ft | — | |
| South Skookum | 04 | standard nonelectric | 52 ft | — | |
| South Skookum | 05 | standard nonelectric | 48 ft | — | |
| South Skookum | 06 | standard nonelectric | 38 ft | — | |
| South Skookum | 07 | standard nonelectric | 46 ft | — | |
| South Skookum | 08 | standard nonelectric | 52 ft | — | |
| South Skookum | 09 | standard nonelectric | 54 ft | — | |
| South Skookum | 10 | standard nonelectric | 51 ft | — | |
| South Skookum | 11 | standard nonelectric | 47 ft | — | |
| South Skookum | 12 | standard nonelectric | 53 ft | — | |
| South Skookum | 13 | standard nonelectric | 48 ft | — | |
| South Skookum | 14 | standard nonelectric | 45 ft | — | |
| South Skookum | 15 | standard nonelectric | 25 ft | — | |
| South Skookum | 16 | standard nonelectric | 28 ft | — | |
| South Skookum | 17 | management | — | — | |
| South Skookum | 18 | standard nonelectric | 20 ft | — | |
| South Skookum | 19 | standard nonelectric | 20 ft | — | |
| South Skookum | 20 | standard nonelectric | 20 ft | — | |
| South Skookum | 21 | standard nonelectric | 20 ft | — | |
| South Skookum | 22 | standard nonelectric | 25 ft | — | |
| South Skookum | 23 | standard nonelectric | 25 ft | — | |
| South Skookum | 24 | standard nonelectric | 25 ft | — | |
| South Skookum | 25 | standard nonelectric | 25 ft | — |
Booking
Recreation.gov default: most campsites can be booked six months prior to arrival date. Most campgrounds go on sale at 7am PT / 8am MT / 10am ET, but not always; check the facility Seasons and Fees tab. Some locations also offer shorter supplemental booking windows.
Book on recreation.govWho runs it
Operated by Scenic Canyons Recreational Services, a private concessionaire, under permit from the agency.
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This campground sits in WA-05. This member’s public-lands record →