Toats Coulee- State Forest campground
Toats Coulee- State Forest
The campground amenities include picnic tables, fire rings, and vault toilets. There are also several hiking trails in the area, including the Toats Coulee Loop Trail, which offers fantastic views of the surrounding countryside.
Toats Coulee State Forest Camping Area is a first-come-first-serve campground and has 14 campsites available. Visitors should note that there is no potable water available at the campground, so it is recommended to bring your own.
An interesting fact about the area is that it was once home to the largest herd of bison in Washington state. The herd was eventually relocated to the Colville Indian Reservation, where it continues to thrive today.
The best time of year to visit Toats Coulee State Forest Camping Area is during the summer months when temperatures range from the mid-70s to mid-80s. However, visitors should be prepared for hot, dry weather and possible wildfires in the area.
What's on-site at Toats Coulee- State Forest
Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.
Plan your trip down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.
Other campgrounds in the area
Snoflo-tracked campsites within driving distance of Toats Coulee- State Forest, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Fork Junction Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| North Fork Nine Mile- State Forest | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Chopaka Lake Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Chopaka Lake - State Forest | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Palmer Mountain | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Toats Coulee- State Forest -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Similkameen River Near Nighthawk | 5,170 cfs | → |
| Okanogan River At Oroville | 160 cfs | → |
| Okanogan River Near Tonasket | 5,180 cfs | → |
| Andrews Creek Near Mazama | 104 cfs | → |
| Methow River At Winthrop | 2,910 cfs | → |
| Chewuch River At Winthrop | 963 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Toats Coulee- State Forest -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Salmon Meadows | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Salmon Meadows | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Muckamuck | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Muckamuck | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Tonasket 7.6 E | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Gold Axe Camp Snotel | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
Parks
- Lake Osoyoos State Park
- Sinlahekin Deer Winter Range And Wildlife Refuge
- Conconully State Park
- Pearrygin Lake State Park
- Omak Eastside Park
- Methow Winter Range And Wildlife Refuge
Camping essentials & Leave No Trace
- Pack it in, pack it out
- 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.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Toats Coulee- State Forest as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Toats Coulee- State Forest
Can I make reservations at Toats Coulee- State Forest?
This campground does not appear to accept reservations -- it's typically first-come, first-served. Arrive early on summer weekends.
How fresh is the weather data on this page?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data is pulled live from USGS streamgauges and snowpack from the NRCS SNOTEL network.
What's the best time of year to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation. For longer trips, the 5-day hourly meteogram shows snow + rain accumulation hour-by-hour.
How do I get to Toats Coulee- State Forest?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the campground.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this campground, set a threshold (temperature, snowpack, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other campgrounds near here
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within driving distance of Toats Coulee- State Forest.