Are dogs allowed on Sullivan Lake?

Yes, dogs are allowed on Sullivan Lake but must be kept on a leash at all times. Pack out waste and respect wildlife.

Do I need a permit to hike Sullivan Lake?

No, Sullivan Lake does not currently require a permit. Still check for seasonal closures or day-use fees with the managing agency before heading out.

How difficult is Sullivan Lake?

Sullivan Lake is rated expert. It is 8.8 miles long with 3,825 feet of elevation gain. Difficulty ratings reflect a combination of distance, elevation gain, and terrain — your experience will depend on your fitness level and trail conditions.

Status unknown — verify before visiting

We don't have current condition data for this trail. Check with the land manager before you go.

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ExpertOut and Back

Washington

Sullivan Lake

Metaline Falls, Washington

8.8 mi

Distance

3,825 ft

Elev. Gain

3h 30m

Est. Time

Out & Back

Route Type

Expert

Difficulty

About This Trail

Imported description

The trail was closed due to a fire. There are connecting trails at the top of the ridge next to Sullivan Lake.

From Wikipedia

The Colville National Forest is a U.S. National Forest located in northeastern Washington state. It is bordered on the west by the Okanogan–Wenatchee National Forest and the Kaniksu National Forest to the east. The forest also borders Little Pend Oreille National Wildlife Refuge and the Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area.

Source: Wikipedia — text licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Verify trail conditions and seasonal closures with the managing agency before you go.

Trail Conditions

Unknown

We have no current condition data for this trail. Check with the operator before you go, and submit a report below if you've been recently.

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Elevation Profile

Min:784 ft

Max:868 ft

1,166 ft

Trail Details

Route Type: Out & Back
Surface: Dirt

Official sources & verification

We don't have curated agency sources for this trail in our cache yet. Outdoors is not the permitting authority — confirm conditions, permits, and access with the managing agency before you go. If you know who manages this trail, please tell us.

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Legacy import — verify before navigating

Path geometry came from our pre-launch legacy database. Routes have not yet been re-verified against the operator and may differ from the actual trail.

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