Gatton Creek Campground Camping Area
Rate this placeLast Updated: December 5, 2025
Gatton Creek Campground, located along the south shore of Lake Quinault in Washington’s Olympic National Forest, offers 5 first-come, first-served established campsites—no reservations or permits required.
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Summary
There’s a small fee, and amenities include picnic tables, fire rings, and vault toilets, but no drinking water or hookups; RVs are not recommended due to limited space. The campground is forested and peaceful, with towering conifers and proximity to Gatton Creek and Lake Quinault’s shoreline. The nearby Gatton Creek Trail connects to the Quinault National Recreation Trail System. Best visited late spring through early fall, it offers a quiet, rustic experience perfect for hikers and nature lovers.
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Camping Essential Practices
Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
Respect Wildlife
Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
Know Before You Go
Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
Minimize Campfire Impact
Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
Leave What You Find
Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.
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River Runs
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Headwaters And Includes All Tributaries To Confluence With Unnamed Tributaries
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Headwaters And Includes All Tributaries Downstream From The End Of Graves Creek Road And Confluence With Graves Creek To Western Boundary Of Olympic National Park
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Headwaters And Includes All Tributaries To Confluence With Quinault River
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End Of North Fork Quinault Road To Confluence With The Main Branch Quinault River
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Headwaters And Includes All Tributaries Upstream From North Fork Quinault Road To Confluence With North Fork Quinault River
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Headwaters And Includes All Tributaries To Confluence With North Fork Quinault River