Lake Roosevelt

https://www.nps.gov/libi/index.htm https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lake_Roosevelt_National_Recreation_Area Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area encompasses the 130-mile (210 km) long Franklin D. Roosevelt Lake between Grand Coulee Dam and Northport, Washington, in eastern Washington state. The Grand Coulee Dam was built on the Columbia River in 1941 as part of the Columbia River Basin project, named for President Franklin D. Roosevelt. Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area provides opportunities for fishing, swimming, canoeing, boating, hunting, camping, and visiting historic Fort Spokane and St. Paul's Mission. Crescent Bay Lake in Grant County just southwest of Lake Roosevelt also falls under the jurisdiction of the National Recreation Area. 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. 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. Fort Spokane Visitor Center and Museum Located in the former guardhouse of historic Fort Spokane, the visitor center and museum are open seasonally from Memorial Day to Labor Day of each year. This facility has no entrance fee. During the summer of 2024, the Fort Spokane Visitor Center and Museum will be open Thursday through Monday, 9:30 am to 5pm. These hours begin May 23 and end September 2. For an audio description of the park brochure, visit the Publications or Accessibility page of our website: nps.gov/laro From Spokane, take I-90 West. At exit 277, merge onto US-2 toward Davenport/Fairchaild AFB/Spokane Airport. Turn right on WA-25. Follow WA-25 north approximately 23 miles. Look for signs for Fort Spokane Visitor Center and Museum. Cloverleaf Campground Cloverleaf is a small, walk-in only campground near Gifford. Tent sites are tucked into the pines with lake shore access. This campground is great for those wanting a more rugged, primitive camping experience with standard amenities like water and pit toilets. Although small, Cloverleaf Campground is not as popular as other campgrounds and doesn’t often fill. Note: Cloverleaf Campground is only open May 1 through September 30. Standard Camping Fee, May 1 – September 30 23.00 The fee for an individual campsite per night from May 1 through September 30. Group size limit is 10 people and 2 vehicles. Senior / Access Rate, May 1 – September 30 11.50 Discounted camping rate for valid America the Beautiful Senior or Access passes. The fee for an individual campsite per night from May 1 through September 30. Group size limit is 10 people and 2 vehicles. Standard Camping Fee, October 1 – April 30 11.50 The fee for an individual campsite per night from October 1 through April 30. Group size limit is 10 people and 2 vehicles. Senior / Access Rate, October 1 – April 30 5.75 Discounted camping rate for valid America the Beautiful Senior or Access passes. The fee for an individual campsite per night from October 1 through April 30. Group size limit is 10 people and 2 vehicles. Cloverleaf Campground 1 Tents are set up in campsites along the shore of the lake with a swim dock just beyond. Campsites at Cloverleaf Campground. Cloverleaf Campground 2 A tent campsite in the pines adjacent to the lake. A canoe moves past beyond. Lake view campsite at Cloverleaf Campground. Evans Campground Evans Campground runs lengthwise along the lakeshore. One end is capped with the group sites and the boat launch. The other end is a Day Use Area with a covered picnic area and swim beach. The campground is busy in the summer and tends to fill on the weekends. Title: Standard Camping Fee, May 1 – September 30 23.00 The fee for an individual campsite per night from May 1 through September 30. Group size limit is 10 people and 2 vehicles. Senior / Access Rate, May 1 – September 30 11.50 Discounted camping rate for valid America the Beautiful Senior or Access passes. The fee for an individual campsite per night from May 1 through September 30. Group size limit is 10 people and 2 vehicles. Standard Camping Fee, October 1 – April 30 11.50 The fee for an individual campsite per night from October 1 through April 30. Group size limit is 10 people and 2 vehicles. Senior / Access Rate, October 1 – April 30 5.75 Discounted camping rate for valid America the Beautiful Senior or Access passes. The fee for an individual campsite per night from October 1 through April 30. Group size limit is 10 people and 2 vehicles. ADA site and other campsites with RVs Large RV parked in campsite among ponderosa pine trees with other RVS in background Many campsites in Evans have lakeshore views. shady campsites campsites tucked among towering pine trees with shade Evans is nicely shaded by Ponderosa pine trees. Regular campsite paved campsite parking area with lake in background A regular site has a paved parking space, picnic table, and fire pit. Walk-In Site picnic table and fire pit next to campsite number post, with lake in background Evans has a few walk-in sites for tent-campers only. Evans Day Use Area picnic tables in foreground, covered picnic area in background The Day Use Area has restrooms, covered and uncovered picnic tables, and a swim area. Evans Boat Launch boat launch leading into blue lake water Evans has a boat launch with some parking. Evans Group Site The Evans Group site is located in a clearing on one end of Evans Campground. The site holds a maximum of 25 people, with ample space for RV parking and/or tents. Clusters of pine trees provide shade. The boat launch is located nearby and a Day Use Area with covered picnic area and swim beach caps the other end of the campground. The campground itself is busy and may fill on the weekends. Group Camping Fee, 1 – 25 People 55.00 The fee for a group site with 1 – 25 occupants. Group Site The group site with picnic tables, paved park, fire ring, bathroom, and lake view. Evans Campground group site with parking, fire pit, bathroom, and lake access. Lake View A view of the lake with rounded shore in front and heavy pines across the water. A view of the lake shore from the Evans Campground Group Site. Fort Spokane Campground Fort Spokane Campground is part of a large recreation complex with the Fort Spokane visitor center, day use area, and boat launch within walking distance. The campground itself sprawls among towering pines, with plenty of space for RVs and walk-in sites for tent campers. Fort Spokane is a popular campground conveniently located near the visitor center and nearby gas stations and stores. Standard Camping Fee, May 1 – September 30 23.00 The fee for an individual campsite per night from May 1 through September 30. Group size limit is 10 people and 2 vehicles. Senior / Access Rate, May 1 – September 30 11.50 Discounted camping rate for valid America the Beautiful Senior or Access passes. The fee for an individual campsite per night from May 1 through September 30. Group size limit is 10 people and 2 vehicles. Standard Camping Fee, October 1 – April 30 11.50 The fee for an individual campsite per night from October 1 through April 30. Group size limit is 10 people and 2 vehicles. Senior / Access Rate, October 1 – April 30 5.75 Discounted camping rate for valid America the Beautiful Senior or Access passes. The fee for an individual campsite per night from October 1 through April 30. Group size limit is 10 people and 2 vehicles. Fort Spokane Campground 1 A view through the pines with campsites scattered throughout and a bathroom structure beyond. Campsites at the Fort Spokane Campground. Fort Spokane Campground 1 A campsite with paved parking, picnic table, and fire ring in the pines. A campsite at Fort Spokane Campground. Fort Spokane Campground 3 A grassy area with picnic tables next to the lake. The day use picnic area at Fort Spokane Campground. Gifford Campground Gifford campground stretches along the lakeshore, giving almost every campsite a sweeping view of Lake Roosevelt and shoreline access. Towering pines provide ample shade. Gifford has a boat launch and dock, a dump station, and a fish cleaning station. A group site provides space and privacy for larger parties. Gifford Campground is conveniently located along WA 25 next to the Gifford Ferry. Standard Camping Fee, May 1 – September 30 23.00 The fee for an individual campsite per night from May 1 through September 30. Group size limit is 10 people and 2 vehicles. Senior / Access Rate, May 1 – September 30 11.50 Discounted camping rate for valid America the Beautiful Senior or Access passes. The fee for an individual campsite per night from May 1 through September 30. Group size limit is 10 people and 2 vehicles. Standard Camping Fee, October 1 – April 30 11.50 The fee for an individual campsite per night from October 1 through April 30. Group size limit is 10 people and 2 vehicles. Senior / Access Rate, October 1 – April 30 5.75 Discounted camping rate for valid America the Beautiful Senior or Access passes. The fee for an individual campsite per night from October 1 through April 30. Group size limit is 10 people and 2 vehicles. Gifford Campground 1 A paved campsite pad with gravel adjacent, a picnic table, and the bathroom building beyond. A campsite at Gifford Campground. Gifford Campground 2 A paved campground loop in the pines adjacent to the lake with a view of the lake beyond. A campground loop at Gifford Campground. Gifford Campground 3 A campsite with a paved parking area, picnic table, fire ring, and lake access. A campsite with a lake view at Gifford Campground. Gifford Group Site The Gifford group site is located in a clearing on one end of Gifford Campground. The site holds a maximum of 50 people, with ample space for RV parking and/or tents. Clusters of pines provide shade. The boat launch with parking is located at the other end of the campground. The campground itself is busy and may fill on the weekends. Group Camping Fee, 1 – 25 People 55.00 The fee for a group site with 1 – 25 occupants. Group Camping Fee, 26 – 50 People 80.00 The fee for a group site with 26 to 50 occupants. Gifford Group Site An open group camping site on the shoreline with trees and picnic tables. One of the group sites at Gifford Campground. Haag Cove Campground Haag Cove is a quiet, isolated campground on Lake Roosevelt’s west side. Sites are spread out along the shoreline in an open area with scattered pine trees. The open setting does not allow for much privacy between sites but provides sweeping views of the lake to most campers. The campground is typically quiet, though it may fill on holidays and weekends. There is not a boat launch or courtesy dock. Standard Camping Fee, May 1 – September 30 23.00 The fee for an individual campsite per night from May 1 through September 30. Group size limit is 10 people and 2 vehicles. Senior / Access Rate, May 1 – September 30 11.50 Discounted camping rate for valid America the Beautiful Senior or Access passes. The fee for an individual campsite per night from May 1 through September 30. Group size limit is 10 people and 2 vehicles. Standard Camping Fee, October 1 – April 30 11.50 The fee for an individual campsite per night from October 1 through April 30. Group size limit is 10 people and 2 vehicles. Senior / Access Rate, October 1 – April 30 5.75 Discounted camping rate for valid America the Beautiful Senior or Access passes. The fee for an individual campsite per night from October 1 through April 30. Group size limit is 10 people and 2 vehicles. Haag Cove Campground The campground bulletin board kiosk with the lake and campsites beyond. Entrance area at Haag Cove Campground. Haag Cove Campground 2 Several campsites with paved access, pine trees, and picnic tables. Campsites at Haag Cove Campground. Haag Campground 3 An camper trailer and truck are parked in a campsite overlooking the lake. A campsite at Haag Campground with a view of the lake. Hawk Creek Campground Hawk Creek Campground is tucked back from the lake on Hawk Creek. The campground is popular, but small enough to feel private and secluded. A small waterfall adds ambiance to this beautiful and unique campground. Hawk Creek is close to Fort Spokane Visitor Center, but far enough away to avoid the hustle and bustle. A courtesy dock provides access to Lake Roosevelt. Standard Camping Fee, May 1 – September 30 23.00 The fee for an individual campsite per night from May 1 through September 30. Group size limit is 10 people and 2 vehicles. Senior / Access Rate, May 1 – September 30 11.50 Discounted camping rate for valid America the Beautiful Senior or Access passes. The fee for an individual campsite per night from May 1 through September 30. Group size limit is 10 people and 2 vehicles. Standard Camping Fee, October 1 – April 30 11.50 The fee for an individual campsite per night from October 1 through April 30. Group size limit is 10 people and 2 vehicles. Senior / Access Rate, October 1 – April 30 5.75 Discounted camping rate for valid America the Beautiful Senior or Access passes. The fee for an individual campsite per night from October 1 through April 30. Group size limit is 10 people and 2 vehicles. Hawk Creek Campground 1 A cluster of tents and RVs are sheltered at campsites among the trees. A view of Hawk Creek Campground. Hawk Creek Campground 2 Looking down a row of campsites along a paved access road. A view of the Hawk Creek Campground. Hunters Campground Hunters Campground is part of a larger recreation complex with a boat launch and Day Use Area. Campsites are tucked among the pines in a centrally-located loop with an easy walk to the beach area. Group sites offer privacy and beach access for larger parties. Hunters Campground is very popular and often busy in the summer. Standard Camping Fee, May 1 – September 30 23.00 The fee for an individual campsite per night from May 1 through September 30. Group size limit is 10 people and 2 vehicles. Senior / Access Rate, May 1 – September 30 11.50 Discounted camping rate for valid America the Beautiful Senior or Access passes. The fee for an individual campsite per night from May 1 through September 30. Group size limit is 10 people and 2 vehicles. Standard Camping Fee, October 1 – April 30 11.50 The fee for an individual campsite per night from October 1 through April 30. Group size limit is 10 people and 2 vehicles. Senior / Access Rate, October 1 – April 30 5.75 Discounted camping rate for valid America the Beautiful Senior or Access passes. The fee for an individual campsite per night from October 1 through April 30. Group size limit is 10 people and 2 vehicles. Hunters Campground 1 A broadly paved accessible campsite at Hunters Campground. An accessible campsite available at Hunters Campground. Hunters Campground 2 View of a campsite with paved parking, picnic table, and fire ring in the pines. A campsite at Hunters Campground. Hunters Campground 3 View across a small inlet to several campsites in the pines. Campsites in the pines at Hunters Campground with lake access. Hunters Group Sites The Hunters Group sites are part of a larger recreation complex with a boat launch and Day Use Area. The site holds a maximum of 25 people, with ample space for RV parking and/or tents. The group sites are tucked among the pines on one side of the swim beach. An individual-site campground is located nearby. Hunters Campground is very popular and often busy in the summer. Group Camping Fee, 1 – 25 People 55.00 The fee for a group site with 1 – 25 occupants. Hunters Group Site Log parking bumpers are lined up along the grassy edge of Hunters Group Site with tall pines beyond. An overview of a group site with the lakeshore beyond. Hunters Group Site - Lakeshore Picnic tables nestled against the pine trees with a lakeshore view beyond. Have a picnic with a great view! Hunters Group Site - Parking & Restroom Paved parking areas, log grass bumpers, and an accessible vault toilet building beyond. Parking at the Hunters Group Site with accessible vault toilets. Jones Bay Campground Jones Bay is one of Lake Roosevelt’s smaller, more rustic campgrounds. The campground is mostly gravel and packed dirt, with not much vegetation, on the lake shore. It can be reached by boat and has a boat launch and dock. Jones Bay can be also be reached by car, but may be difficult to find. Standard Camping Fee, May 1 – September 30 23.00 The fee for an individual campsite per night from May 1 through September 30. Group size limit is 10 people and 2 vehicles. Senior / Access Rate, May 1 – September 30 11.50 Discounted camping rate for valid America the Beautiful Senior or Access passes. The fee for an individual campsite per night from May 1 through September 30. Group size limit is 10 people and 2 vehicles. Standard Camping Fee, October 1 – April 30 11.50 The fee for an individual campsite per night from October 1 through April 30. Group size limit is 10 people and 2 vehicles. Senior / Access Rate, October 1 – April 30 5.75 Discounted camping rate for valid America the Beautiful Senior or Access passes. The fee for an individual campsite per night from October 1 through April 30. Group size limit is 10 people and 2 vehicles. Jones Bay Campground Looking toward the lake and the boat ramp, a campsite with a picnic table and gravel road in front. An overview of campsites at Jones Bay with the boat launch and lake beyond. Jones Bay CG and Boat Launch The boat launch at Jones Bay, information kiosk nearby. A view through a waterfront campsite to the boat launch. Kamloops Island Campground Kamloops Island is a small, shady campground at the mouth of the Kettle River. The main hub of campsites is tucked into the vegetation at the top and can fit tents and RVs. A cluster of walk-in tent sites is spread out in a grove of pines. Many campsites offer views of the river, lake, and surrounding landscape. There is a courtesy dock, but no boat launch. Standard Camping Fee, May 1 – September 30 23.00 The fee for an individual campsite per night from May 1 through September 30. Group size limit is 10 people and 2 vehicles. Senior / Access Rate, May 1 – September 30 11.50 Discounted camping rate for valid America the Beautiful Senior or Access passes. The fee for an individual campsite per night from May 1 through September 30. Group size limit is 10 people and 2 vehicles. Standard Camping Fee, October 1 – April 30 11.50 The fee for an individual campsite per night from October 1 through April 30. Group size limit is 10 people and 2 vehicles. Senior / Access Rate, October 1 – April 30 5.75 Discounted camping rate for valid America the Beautiful Senior or Access passes. The fee for an individual campsite per night from October 1 through April 30. Group size limit is 10 people and 2 vehicles. Walk-in Campsites scattered walk-in campsites among the pine trees, with the lake in the background Half of Kamloop's campsites are walk-in only. Standard campsite campsite with paved parking area, surrounded by trees The first eight campsites can fit tents or RVS and have paved parking areas. Walk-in Site campsite with picnic table and fire pit, with view of river in background Most of the walk-in sites have nice views of Kettle River. Courtesy Dock metal dock jutting into the water The courtesy dock is located below the walk-in sites at the bottom of the hill. Kettle Falls Campground Kettle Falls is a large, fairly wooded campground on the lake shore. All sites are open to tent campers, vehicles, and RVs. The campground is adjacent to Kettle Falls Marina (with boat launch and space for trailer parking) and nearby to Kettle Falls Day Use Area. The area is fairly well-trafficked and busy, but offers all the conveniences and amenities of nearby town of Kettle Falls. Standard Camping Fee, May 1 – September 30 23.00 The fee for an individual campsite per night from May 1 through September 30. Group size limit is 10 people and 2 vehicles. Senior / Access Rate, May 1 – September 30 11.50 Discounted camping rate for valid America the Beautiful Senior or Access passes. The fee for an individual campsite per night from May 1 through September 30. Group size limit is 10 people and 2 vehicles. Standard Camping Fee, October 1 – April 30 11.50 The fee for an individual campsite per night from October 1 through April 30. Group size limit is 10 people and 2 vehicles. Senior / Access Rate, October 1 – April 30 5.75 Discounted camping rate for valid America the Beautiful Senior or Access passes. The fee for an individual campsite per night from October 1 through April 30. Group size limit is 10 people and 2 vehicles. Kettle Falls Campsite Two picnic tables and a fire ring visible at campsites in the pines, adjacent to the lake shore. A campsite at the Kettle Falls campground. Kettle Falls Campground 2 A campsite with a picnic table and a fire ring in the foreground, bathroom structures in the pines. A campsite at Kettle Falls campground. Kettle Falls Campground 3 Campsites with picnic tables and fire rings are scattered through the pine forest. The campground at Kettle Falls. Kettle River Campground Kettle River is a shady campground on the banks of the Kettle River. Most of the sites are on the shoreline and have beautiful views of the Kettle River and surrounding landscape. Kettle River does not have a boat launch but does have a courtesy dock. This campground is a great place for birding, with a variety of waterfowl and raptors seen in the area. Kettle River Campground is typically quiet and doesn’t often fill. Standard Camping Fee, May 1 – September 30 23.00 The fee for an individual campsite per night from May 1 through September 30. Group size limit is 10 people and 2 vehicles. Senior / Access Rate, May 1 – September 30 11.50 Discounted camping rate for valid America the Beautiful Senior or Access passes. The fee for an individual campsite per night from May 1 through September 30. Group size limit is 10 people and 2 vehicles. Standard Camping Fee, October 1 – April 30 11.50 The fee for an individual campsite per night from October 1 through April 30. Group size limit is 10 people and 2 vehicles. Senior / Access Rate, October 1 – April 30 5.75 Discounted camping rate for valid America the Beautiful Senior or Access passes. The fee for an individual campsite per night from October 1 through April 30. Group size limit is 10 people and 2 vehicles. Regular Site - campsite 2 shaded campsite with paved parking space Kettle River is a small and quiet campground. ADA Site - campsite 8 large campsite with paved parking spot on the riverbank Campsite 8 is a designated ADA campsite. Regular Site - campsite 3 cleared campsite space surrounded by vegetation with shady trees Sites in Kettle River are spacious and shady. Locust Grove Group Sites The Locust Grove Group sites are located at the townsite of Old Kettle Falls, near Kettle Falls Campground and Kettle Falls Day Use Area. There are two sites with a capacity for 50 people and 75 people, respectively. A nature trail leads to Kettle Falls Campground and Kettle Falls Day Use Area with swim beach. Locust Grove Group sites are spacious and set apart from the hustle and bustle of the Kettle Falls Campground area. Group Camping Fee, 1 – 25 People 55.00 The fee for a group site with 1 – 25 occupants. Group Camping Fee, 26 – 50 People 80.00 The fee for a group site with 26 to 50 occupants. Group Camping Fee, 51 – 75 People 105.00 The fee for a group site with 51 to 75 occupants. Locust Grove 1 A grassy area with picnic tables and a gazebo beyond. A view of the gazebo and picnic tables at Locust Grove Campground. Locust Grove 2 A view of the lake with a boat speeding past, heavy pines on the hillslopes and sand in the fore. A view of the lake from near Locust Grove Campground. Marcus Island Campground Marcus Island Campground is tucked into the trees on the lake shore. The campground is heavily shaded and, in the summer, has shoreline on three sides. The main access road is single lane and winding, but campers flock to this shaded area in summer. A boat launch with parking is available before reaching the campground. Standard Camping Fee, May 1 – September 30 23.00 The fee for an individual campsite per night from May 1 through September 30. Group size limit is 10 people and 2 vehicles. Senior / Access Rate, May 1 – September 30 11.50 Discounted camping rate for valid America the Beautiful Senior or Access passes. The fee for an individual campsite per night from May 1 through September 30. Group size limit is 10 people and 2 vehicles. Standard Camping Fee, October 1 – April 30 11.50 The fee for an individual campsite per night from October 1 through April 30. Group size limit is 10 people and 2 vehicles. Senior / Access Rate, October 1 – April 30 5.75 Discounted camping rate for valid America the Beautiful Senior or Access passes. The fee for an individual campsite per night from October 1 through April 30. Group size limit is 10 people and 2 vehicles. Marcus Island Campground a peninsula of land with tall pines and campsites scattered among them Marcus Island Campground is located on a peninsula jutting out into Lake Roosevelt. Marcus Island Boat Launch a cement ramp and metal dock declining into the lake water The boat launch and parking area is located at the head of the single-lane campground access road. Marcus Island Access road a single lane road surrounded by green vegetation The campground access road is single lane and may be a tight squeeze for large RVs. Lake-side Campsite a paved parking spot next to the water, with picnic table and fire pit Marcus Island offers several options for camping, with several sites along the shoreline. Regular Campsite a campsite with picnic table, fire pit, and curved parking lane. Marcus Island has several "pull-through" campsites with plenty of shade for hot summer days. North Gorge Campground North Gorge is a small, but popular, campground at the northeast edge of the park. A few sites are large enough for an RV, but most are built for tent camping. The campground is set in a grove of pines on the edge of the lake. A boat launch and dock are on the north or right side of the main loop. In the summer, North Gorge is busy on the weekends. Standard Camping Fee, May 1 - September 30 23.00 The fee for an individual campsite per night from May 1 through September 30. Group size limit is 10 people and 2 vehicles. Senior / Access Rate, May 1 - September 30 11.50 Discounted camping rate for valid America the Beautiful Senior or Access passes. The fee for an individual campsite per night from May 1 through September 30. Group size limit is 10 people and 2 vehicles. Standard Camping Fee, October 1 – April 30 11.50 The fee for an individual campsite per night from October 1 through April 30. Group size limit is 10 people and 2 vehicles. Senior / Access Rate, October 1 – April 30 5.75 Discounted camping rate for valid America the Beautiful Senior or Access passes. The fee for an individual campsite per night from October 1 through April 30. Group size limit is 10 people and 2 vehicles. North Gorge Boat Launch a cement boat launch and adjacent courtesy dock lead into the mirror-like lake North Gorge has a boat launch and courtesy dock located near the front of the campground. North Gorge main hub paved access road in the foreground leading to the boat launch and lake in the background The standard campsites are clustered around the paved access road and boat launch. North Gorge regular campsites road through pine trees with in foreground with campsite visible in background The first half of North Gorge's sites are located around the boat launch and can fit vehicles and RVs. North Gorge Walk-In Tent Site a primitive path leads between two campsite markers to the water's edge Half of North Gorge's campsites are walk-in tent sites with a central parking area. Walk-In site parking a small paved parking lot in a grove of pine trees The campground access road ends in the small walk-in parking area. Turning around is very difficult past the boat launch area. Campsite 1 - ADA Site a campsite with a large paved parking area, accessible picnic table, and fire pit, with view of lake Campsite 1 is a designated accessible site. Porcupine Bay Campground Porcupine Bay Campground and Boat Launch includes 20 campsites, seasonal flush facilities, and fish cleaning station, swim beach, and boat launch. The campground is tucked up into the shaded pines against the wall of the coulee, with beautiful views of the lake. boat launch boat launch from the shore. Spokane Arm of Lake Roosevelt in the back ground. Porcupine Bay boat launch Porcupine Bay swim beach Swim beach with swim dock from the shore. Spokane arm of Lake Roosevelt in the background. Porcupine Bay swim beach Porcupine Bay Campground Campground from near the shore looking uphill through the trees Porcupine Bay campground Snag Cove Campground Snag Cove is a small, fairly isolated campground located on the western side of Lake Roosevelt. Eight out of the nine sites are on the lake shore and all sites are open to tents and RVs. A boat launch with trailer parking and courtesy dock frames one side of the campground. Because of its size and popularity, Snag Cove often fills in the summer. Standard Camping Fee, May 1 – September 30 23.00 The fee for an individual campsite per night from May 1 through September 30. Group size limit is 10 people and 2 vehicles. Senior / Access Rate, May 1 – September 30 11.50 Discounted camping rate for valid America the Beautiful Senior or Access passes. The fee for an individual campsite per night from May 1 through September 30. Group size limit is 10 people and 2 vehicles. Standard Camping Fee, October 1 – April 30 11.50 The fee for an individual campsite per night from October 1 through April 30. Group size limit is 10 people and 2 vehicles. Senior / Access Rate, October 1 – April 30 5.75 Discounted camping rate for valid America the Beautiful Senior or Access passes. The fee for an individual campsite per night from October 1 through April 30. Group size limit is 10 people and 2 vehicles. Snag Cove Campground 1 Several paved camping spaces at Snag Cove in the pine trees. Lake View A view of the lake, with pine covered slopes and reeds along the shore. A view of the lake from Snag Cove Campground. Spring Canyon Campground Spring Canyon Campground stair-steps down the hillside to Lake Roosevelt, offering sweeping views of the lake and surrounding landscape. The open desert environment also means little shade and extremely hot temperatures in the summer. Spring Canyon is conveniently located near the towns of Grand Coulee and Coulee Dam, as well as the Grand Coulee Dam. The campground offers a Day Use Area, group sites, and a nearby boat launch. Standard Camping Fee, May 1 – September 30 23.00 The fee for an individual campsite per night from May 1 through September 30. Group size limit is 10 people and 2 vehicles. Senior / Access Rate, May 1 – September 30 11.50 Discounted camping rate for valid America the Beautiful Senior or Access passes. The fee for an individual campsite per night from May 1 through September 30. Group size limit is 10 people and 2 vehicles. Standard Camping Fee, October 1 – April 30 11.50 The fee for an individual campsite per night from October 1 through April 30. Group size limit is 10 people and 2 vehicles. Senior / Access Rate, October 1 – April 30 5.75 Discounted camping rate for valid America the Beautiful Senior or Access passes. The fee for an individual campsite per night from October 1 through April 30. Group size limit is 10 people and 2 vehicles. Spring Canyon Campground 1 A view of paved access roads and campsites, overlooking the lake. The lower loop at Spring Canyon Campground. Spring Canyon Campground 2 A paved and sheltered campsite area adjacent to the bathrooms. A view of the sheltered portion of the upper loop of Spring Canyon Campground. Spring Canyon Campground 3 A graveled campsite pad with picnic table and fire ring adjacent. Overview of campsites in the lower loop at Spring Canyon Campground. Spring Canyon Group Sites The Spring Canyon group sites are located at the base of Spring Canyon Campground, offering sweeping views of the lake and surrounding landscape. The open desert landscape also means little shade and extremely hot temperatures in the summer. Spring Canyon has two group sites, and each can hold up to 25 people. Spring Canyon is conveniently located near the town of Grand Coulee and the Grand Coulee Dam. Group Camping Fee, 1 – 25 People 55.00 The fee for a group site with 1 – 25 occupants. Spring Canyon Group Site 1 Looking down on the group site with a bathroom and picnic tables, adjacent to paved parking. Overview of a group site at Spring Canyon Campground. Spring Canyon Group Site 2 Picnic tables and a bathroom adjacent to a large grassy area and paved parking access. A view of a group site at Spring Canyon Campground. Lake Roosevelt 1 Looking down Lake Roosevelt with clear skies and treed shorelines. Looking down Lake Roosevelt with clear skies and treed shorelines. Lake Roosevelt 2 People canoeing down Lake Roosevelt on a day with blue skies. Visitors enjoying canoeing around the Hawk Creek area. Lake Roosevelt 3 A glow is coming over the horizon and bringing first light to Lake Roosevelt and Crescent Bay Lake. The glow of first light is hitting Lake Roosevelt and Crescent Bay Lake. Lake Roosevelt 4 Snow falls over a small peninsula with its clear reflection over the waters. Snow falls over a small peninsula with its clear reflection over the waters. NPS Geodiversity Atlas—Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area, Washington Each park-specific page in the NPS Geodiversity Atlas provides basic information on the significant geologic features and processes occurring in the park. [Site Under Development] view across lake to low hills Wildland Fire in Douglas Fir: Western United States Douglas fir is widely distributed throughout the western United States, as well as southern British Columbia and northern Mexico. Douglas fir is able to survive without fire, its abundantly-produced seeds are lightweight and winged, allowing the wind to carry them to new locations where seedlings can be established. Close-up of Douglas fir bark and needles. Wildland Fire in Sagebrush Sagebrush will burn when the surrounding grasses are dry. With strong winds, fire spreads rapidly with flames sometimes reaching over 30 feet high. While fire easily kills sagebrush, the other plants resprout from protected roots producing lush forage for wildlife and livestock. Close-up of sagebrush leaves Wildland Fire in Ponderosa Pine: Western United States This forest community generally exists in areas with annual rainfall of 25 inches or less. Extensive pure stands of this forest type are found in the southwestern U.S., central Washington and Oregon, southern Idaho and the Black Hills of South Dakota. Recently burned ponderosa pine forest. Top 10 Know Before You Go Planning a trip to the lake? Check out our top ten tips to make sure you are ready for a safe trip and a fun visit! A group of kids in lifejackets smiling at the camera. Junior Ranger: Exploring Sounds on the Lakeshore A soundscape exploration activity with a link to the Soundscape Junior Ranger page. An adult and a child hiking in the forest. Top 10 Know Before You Go in Winter Best practices for winter travel and exploring the park in the cold season. Changing Patterns of Water Availability May Change Vegetation Composition in US National Parks Across the US, changes in water availability are altering which plants grow where. These changes are evident at a broad scale. But not all areas experience the same climate in the same way, even within the boundaries of a single national park. A new dataset gives park managers a valuable tool for understanding why vegetation has changed and how it might change in the future under different climate-change scenarios. Green, orange, and dead grey junipers in red soil, mountains in background Junior Ranger: Stretch Your Senses Scavenger Hunt Senses help us navigate our world. How do you use your senses to help you identify the things around you? Explore different ways to discover your environment. A child with a magnifying glass examines a green leaf while another explores the forest beyond. Christina McDonald McKenzie Williams Christina McDonald McKenzie Williams was a multi-ethnic and multi-lingual fur trader, interpreter, rancher, and businesswoman who gained skills growing up in what is now the Lake Roosevelt Recreation Area that served her for a lifetime. She was born on September 20, 1847 to Angus McDonald, a Scottish fur trapper, and Catherine Baptiste, a Nez Perce woman who was related to the chief Eagle-of-the-Light. An old photo of Christina McDonald McKenzie Williams sitting in a chair, 1861. Junior Ranger: Respect and Protect Learn the hand signs to the 7 basic principles of Leave No Trace. A ranger collects trash on Earth Day. Junior Ranger: Tell Me A Story Explore what it means to conduct an oral history interview. A family laughing together, sitting in front of a tent. Junior Ranger: Super Solar System Imagine the size of the objects in the solar system with items you find in your house or any place nearby. An illustration of the planets of the solar system and the asteroid belt. Junior Ranger: Trash Detective Observe the world around you to find out who has been leaving pieces of trash. Junior Ranger: Rock Scavenger Hunt Geologists are scientists that investigate rocks. Take the first step in learning the what/who/where of geology and the stuff that's beneath your feet. A child looks at a rock through a magnifying glass. Junior Ranger: Botany By The Bay Learn how to make a simple plant press and fun crafts while you study plants. A child looking at plants through a magnifying lens. Junior Ranger: Sensing Astronomy An activity for youth and adults with sections utilizing the senses to explore astronomy related topics. A child looking through a telescope. Junior Ranger: Moon Walking Imagine you are a park ranger at the first International Park on the moon. A child looking through a telescope. Series: Junior Ranger - Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area Come paddle and float and explore ancient lava flows as you earn your Junior Ranger patch along the shores of Lake Roosevelt. Two kids navigating with a compass in the woods. Junior Ranger - What's An Angler Become a Junior Angler and size up the fish in a lake near you! An adult and child sitting in camp chair and fishing by a lake. Junior Ranger - Wildland Fire Review your fire safety rules and head off to earn the Wildland Firefighter Junior Ranger badge! Junior Rangers listen to a wildland firefighter talking in front of the engine. Junior Ranger - Story Time The art of storytelling can take us to worlds away from where we are now. Learn how to craft a story. A happy boy sitting cross-legged, writing in a journal. Junior Ranger: Red Hot Lava! Learning about columnar basalt and how it is made. A child plays on the rocks in a stream. Junior Ranger - The History of Me What is it that makes you... you? Create a story about the history of you. Three children sitting in a little hut made of branches, laughing. Junior Ranger - Paddle and Float Don't forget to wear your PFD and learn how to safely help someone who is in trouble in the water. Two kids paddling kayaks on a lake. Junior Ranger - Rockin' Rocks What kind of rock is that? Observe your favorite rock and try to figure it out!! A happy child sitting on a rock on a mountainside. Junior Ranger - My Favorite Tree Learn about how to hike safely and what to do if you get separated from your group. (You also get to name a tree!) A woman hugging a tree. Junior Ranger - Bark Ranger Learn the rules of BARK, complete two activities, and take the BARK Ranger pledge! A dog sits next to a canoe on the lakeshore. Series: Volcano Types Volcanoes vary in size from small cinder cones that stand only a few hundred feet tall to the most massive mountains on earth. photo of a volcanic mountain with snow and ice Fissure Volcanoes Fissure volcanoes erupt from elongated vents (fissures) rather than a central vent. The lava flows in Craters of the Moon National Monument were erupted from fissures. aerial photo of a line of volcanic cones and lava flows Pillow Basalts Pillow basalts are named for the rounded shapes that form when lava cools rapidly underwater. photo of golden gate bridge Series: Women's History in the Pacific West - Columbia-Pacific Northwest Collection Biographies of women from parks in Washington, Oregon Idaho and far western Montana Map of Washington, Oregon and Idaho Walleye Fishing on Lake Roosevelt The walleye, a nonnative fish in Washington State, has become a popular sport fish at Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area. They are well known for their exquisite flavor and large size. How walleyes entered the state is unknown, but their presence at Lake Roosevelt is for certain. Large fish is held up with two arms with a grey-blue lake in the background. NPS Establishes NPSage Initiative to Restore Sagebrush-Steppe Ecosystems Artemisia species, commonly known as sagebrush, are far from being the only species on the landscape. The sagebrush biome is composed of a rich mosaic of thousands of diverse plant species, which are largely driven by differences in climate, soil and elevation. These distinct sagebrush plant and animal communities occur in approximately 70 park units across the western U.S— all of which are experiencing significant threats from wildfire and droughts. Two NPS staff knealing next to plants growing in a nursery Project Profile: Develop Native Plant Capacity for Sagebrush Parks The National Park Service will establish a native seed collection and plant propagation facility on the Oregon State University (OSU)-Cascades Campus, in partnership with the Bureau of Land Management, U.S. Forest Service, Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs, and private industry. a sagebrush steppe environment adjacent to a yellow aspen grove on a hillside Top Ten Lake Roosevelt Travel Tips Top Ten Lake Roosevelt Travel Tips Many children and adults fishing from a sandy beach Updated Species Database Will Help Boost Amphibian Conservation Across the National Park System To steward amphibians effectively, managers need basic information about which species live in parks. But species lists need constant maintenance to remain accurate. Due to recent efforts, the National Park Service now has an up-to-date amphibian species checklist for almost 300 parks. This information can serve as the basis for innumerable conservation efforts across the nation. A toad sits on red sand, looking into the camera. My Park Story: Alex Baker Learn about Alex's journey from starting out as a summer intern at one of the most iconic NPS sites to landing a permanent position at the same site where he is able to combine two things he loves- interpretation and inventorying. A man in a NPS straw flat hat and uniform stands in front of Mount Rushmore. Fort Spokane Indian Boarding School Home invokes feelings of family, belonging, affection, comfort, and safety. It's where our identities are formed. Federal Indian boarding schools, like Fort Spokane, erased that for Indigenous children. They were removed from their families, had to change their names, clothes, hair, and language. Girls spent long hours doing laundry, sewing, cooking and other domestic work designed to mold them into self-reliant citizens who could also provide domestic labor in white homes. Indigenous girls at Indian boarding schools were taught domestic labor & stripped of their culture. Series: Home and Homelands Exhibition: Loss What does it mean to lose a home or homeland? What are the consequences? The story of the Pacific West is of competing visions of home, and the women who built and sustained the dreams held by their communities. The stories in this thread touch upon many of the darker moments in American history, including colonialism, forced removal, incarceration, war, and death. They show women bravely fought back at the cost of their own lives. Some had no choice but to endure. Thick white paper peeled back to reveal collage of women. Reads