Ten Mile Campground
Ten Mile Campground is located along the seasonal Ten Mile Creek with a short walk to the Sanpoil River across State Highway 21. The campground is 10 miles south of Republic, WA, lightly used, and is a perfect campground for travelers desiring a quick overnight rest or a week of exploring and relaxing in the wonderful backcountry of Ferry County. Campsites are tucked against wooded slopes, providing shade throughout the afternoon and evening. Beyond the campground are scenic mountains where hiking and mountain biking is popular.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 5 |
Amenities & rules
| Equipment | Tents |
| Fees | Camping: $6/single site. Extra Vehicle: $2/per night |
Campsites within this 5-unit campground are pleasant with shade, tables, fire rings, and flat parking spurs with three of the camp units adjacent to seasonal 10 Mile Creek. 10 Mile trailhead is located within the campground and there is a day-use area with parking and picnic tables and access to the Sanpoil River across the street. The campground includes an accessible vault toilet. No potable water or garbage service is available. The campground has a single accessible vault outhouse.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Status | Closed for the season. Forest Service sites close for the season; check the official page for the reopening date. |
| Season | May 22 to 30 September |
| Forest | Colville National Forest |
| Booking | Sites are available on a first-come, first-served basis. |
| Fees | Camping: $6/single site. Extra Vehicle: $2/per night |
| Rules | Washington state fishing license required. Quiet hours between 10 p.m. and 6 a.m. Campfire in developed fire ring only. Fireworks are prohibited. Pets must be on leash. OHV use prohibited in the campground. Maximum length of stay: 14 days. Food and wildlife attractants must be properly stored at all times |
Weather by month
Getting there
| Coordinates | 48.5181° N, 118.7369° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- PrescribedRep Rx - Walker 50
13 mi from the campground · 313 acres
- Prescribed3R Rx - Coyote
22 mi from the campground · 841 acres
- PrescribedRx - South Twin Wui
23 mi from the campground
- PrescribedTon Rx - North Hull
35 mi from the campground · 332 acres
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 14.3 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Boulder Creek Saddle Shop ↗ | 31.9 mi |
| RV sales & service | RV sales & service ↗ | 35.6 mi |
Locations © OpenStreetMap contributors. Call ahead; hours change seasonally.
Explore
Trails nearby
- 0.1 mi10 Mile ↗2.5 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike · national_scenic_or_historic
- 2.5 mi13 Mile ↗16.5 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike · national_scenic_or_historic
- 3.3 miFish Lake0.5 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 3.6 miLong Lake1.3 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 4.3 miQuartz Hall Tie1.4 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
- 4.6 miSwan Lake ↗1.8 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike · national_scenic_or_historic
Trailheads within three miles
- 1.5 miTen Mile Trailhead ↗Colville National Forest · Season 22 May to 30 September
- 2.5 miThirteen Mile Trailhead ↗Colville National Forest · Season May 10 to October 28
Trail and trailhead records are the Forest Service's. Distances are straight-line to the nearer trail end. Trail conditions are not tracked here.
Public land it sits in
This campground sits inside Colville National Forest.
- inColville National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 1,752,994 acres
Each unit is published as a centre point and an acreage rather than a boundary, so this section stands it in for a circle of the same area. Whether a campground is inside, and how far it is from one it is outside, are both approximate.
Other campgrounds nearby
Cabin and lookout rentals nearby
On the National Register nearby
- Jesse W. & Elizabeth Slagle HouseBuilding · Republic · 8.9 mi
- Creaser HotelBuilding · Republic · 9 mi
- Fairweather–Trevitt HouseBuilding · Republic · 10 mi
Natural features
Steep rocky ridges and slopes provide a beautiful backdrop while Larch and Douglas fir provide lots of shade throughout the day. Ten Mile Creek typically runs through the campground from April through July, going dry as summer progresses. The Sanpoil River, approximately 100 yards east of the campground, provides lots of opportunities for water play and fishing. Four lakes within ten miles of the campground provide opportunities for bird and wildlife watching, fishing, non-motorized watercraft, and swimming.
Recreation
The Sanpoil River valley provides campers with opportunities for water play, fishing, mountain biking and hiking. Within ten miles, campers can enjoy fishing, swimming and non-motorized boating on Swan, Long, Ferry, and Fish Lakes. Long Lake is a fly fishing only lake. Canoeing, kayaking and paddle boarding are among the water sports most popular at these lakes. Ten Mile hiking/mountain biking trail (2.5 miles) can be accessed directly from the campground and is part of the Pacific Northwest National Scenic Trail (PNT). Thirteen Mile Trail (16.5 miles) is also part of the PNT and is located three miles south of the campground. Both trails climb up from the Sanpoil River through forested canyon slopes and offer spectacular spring and early summer wildflowers and numerous opportunities for wildlife viewing.
Nearby
Sanpoil River - water play and fishing - is across State Highway 21 from the Campground. 10 Mile Trail starts within the Campground, and 13 Mile Trail is located three miles south on State Highway 21. Swan, Long, Ferry, and Fish Lakes are located 10 miles northwest of the Campground and are popular for fishing, non-motorized watercraft, swimming and picnicking. The Stonerose Interpretive Center & Eocene Fossil Site is located 10 miles north on State Highway 21 within the City of Republic. Stonerose is a family-friendly museum and dig site where families can often take home their very own fossil. Numerous backpacking and mountain biking opportunities are available along the Kettle Crest, located 15 miles east of Republic, WA.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Ten Mile Campground?
Sites at Ten Mile Campground are reservable on Recreation.gov. Sites are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Ten Mile Campground?
Camping: $6/single site. Extra Vehicle: $2/per night
Source: Recreation.gov
Is Ten Mile Campground open right now?
Closed for the season as of Oct 16, 2026. Season May 22 to 30 September.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Ten Mile Campground have?
5 sites, including 5 standard sites without power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I bring an RV to Ten Mile Campground?
Ten Mile Campground is listed for tents only.
Source: Recreation.gov
What is there to do at Ten Mile Campground?
The Sanpoil River valley provides campers with opportunities for water play, fishing, mountain biking and hiking. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What if Ten Mile Campground is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Ferry Lake (3.3 mi), Long Lake (3.5 mi), and Swan Lake (4.4 mi, partly first-come).
Source: Campgrounds nearby