Gatton Creek Campground

State: Washington

Address 1: Southeast shore of Lake Quinault.

Open: Seasonal

Number of Sites: 15

Elevation: 190

County: Grays Harbor

Free: No

About: Gatton Creek Campground is located on the south shore of Quinault Lake next to Gatton Creek, a small rainforest stream. Campsites and the picnic units are located along the shore of the lake and have great views across the lake to the forested slopes of the Olympic National Park.

Fees: $15 (2011)

Usage: Heavy

Closest Towns: Aberdeen (WA)

Water: None

Restrictions: The lake is part of the Quinault Indian Nation. As such, a Tribal Fishing Permit and Boat Decal are required. Both may be purchased at local vendors.

Restrooms: Vault Toilet

Directions: Travel US Highway 101 to South Shore Road at MP 125, 40 miles north of Aberdeen and 66 miles south of Forks. Falls Creek Campground is about 3.5 miles from Highway 101 on the Quinault Lake South Shore Road beyond Falls Creek Campground. The campground is on the north side of South Shore Road.