Gatton Creek Campground/Day Use Area
federal · WA
- fuel station0.7 mi
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About
Gatton Creek Campground is located on the south shore of Lake Quinault next to Gatton Creek, a small rainforest stream. Campsites and the picnic units are located along the shore of the lake with views across the water to the forested slopes of Olympic National Park. The area provides opportunities to swim and use non motorized boats nearby. There are 5 walk-in campsites that accommodate tents. There are also 3 picnic units. Nearest boat ramps are located at Willaby and Falls Creek Campgrounds. Access Gatton Creek Trail #888 from the trailhead across from the campground along South Shore Road.
Around this stay
Nearest surrounding services and recreation within ~25 mi — not on-site amenities.
- 0.7 mi
fuel station
Chevron
- < 0.1 mi
trailhead
Gatton Creek Trailhead
- 0.5 mi
attraction
World's Largest Spruce
- 1.3 mi
recreation site
Boat launch
No dump station found within ~25 mi. Plan dump access before you arrive.
Contact & access
- WA
- fs.usda.gov
- OPEN
Source and verification
Last verified: 10/6/2026
See the Sources tab for provenance detail.

