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Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area

Park ClosureAug 14, 2026

Fort Spokane boat launch & day use open; Campground open with some closures

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CautionAug 2, 2026

Smokey air from local wildfires

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Park ClosureJul 9, 2026

Total Fire Restrictions Implemented June 20, 2026

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Looking down Lake Roosevelt with clear skies and treed shorelines.

Looking down Lake Roosevelt with clear skies and treed shorelines.

Photo: NPS Photo

About

The ancient geologic landscape of the upper Columbia River cradles Lake Roosevelt in walls of stone carved by massive ice age floods. Come explore the shorelines and learn the stories of American Indians, traders and trappers, settlers and dam builders who called this place home. Swim, boat, hike, camp, and fish at this hidden gem in Northeast Washington, created by the Grand Coulee Dam.

Activities

Auto and ATVScenic DrivingAstronomyStargazingBoatingMotorized BoatingSailingCampingCanoe or Kayak CampingCar or Front Country CampingGroup CampingRV CampingFishing
Freshwater Fishing
Food
Picnicking
Hands-On
Citizen Science
Volunteer Vacation
Hiking
Front-Country Hiking
Hunting and Gathering
Hunting
Paddling
Canoeing
Canoe or Kayak Camping
Kayaking
Junior Ranger Program
Swimming
Freshwater Swimming
Park Film
Museum Exhibits

Directions

From Spokane Take I-90 West. At Exit 277, merge onto US-2 toward Davenport/Fairchild AFB/Spokane Airport. Just past Wilbur, turn right onto WA-21. Stay left onto Highway 174. Turn right onto WA-155. Stay on WA-155 past Grand Coulee Dam and into the town of Coulee Dam. Cross the Columbia River and continue on WA-155. Turn right onto Crest Drive and follow up the hill. The Headquarters Office is located on the left.

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Weather

Lake Roosevelt is generally a cool or cold place from fall through spring with overcast skies. In the summer, the skies clear and present warm to hot days. More information on weather can be found under Alerts and Conditions.

News

Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area Welcomes New Superintendent
Aug 20, 2026

Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area Welcomes New Superintendent

The National Park Service has selected Devon Bradley as superintendent of Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area. He will assume the role October 4, 2026.

Jun 16, 2026

2026 Total Fire Restrictions Implemented

Due to extreme fire conditions, all fires at Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area are prohibited effective 12:01 a.m., June 20, until further notice.

May 28, 2026

2026 Fish Fest

Information on 2026 Fish Fest at Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area.