Gatton Creek Campground Olympic National Forest Washington

Gatton Creek Overview

Gatton Creek campground is  located just outside Olympic National Park on the shores of Lake Quinault. The campground is a small, tent-only facility with 5 campsites. There are also 3 picnic units available.

Campground amenities include vault toilets, but no potable water. The closest drinking water is at Falls Creek campground. Each campsite also has a table, fire ring and grate.

Gatton Creek Area Recreation

In addition to camping, visitors enjoy a wide range of outdoor activities that include canoeing, kayaking, swimming, fishing, hiking, picnicking and wildlife viewing. hiking, biking, fishing, and wildlife.  You’ll also get some great views of the Quinault Valley and Olympic Mountains.

Falls Creek and Willaby are two other nearby campgrounds located on Lake Quinault.

Reservations:

First Come, First Served

Amenities

• BBQ Grills
• Boat Launch/Ramp
• Boat Ramp
• Campsite Tables
• Comfort Station
• Drinking Water
• Fire Pit
• Fire Rings
• Firewood Available
• Grills
• Pets OK
• Picnic Tables
• Restrooms (Vault Toilets)

Activities

• Biking
• Bird Watching
• Boating
• Boating (non motorized)
• Canoeing
• Creek
• Fishing
• Hiking
• Kayaking
• Lake
• Mountain Biking
• Nature Trails
• Photography
• Picnicking
• Stargazing
• Walking Trails
• Water Sports
• Wetlands
• Wildlife Viewing