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Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area

National Recreation Area Washington

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.

Entry Fees

No additional fees

Weather Information

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.

Address

Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area, Coulee Dam, WA 99116

Activities & Topics

Auto and ATV Scenic Driving Astronomy Stargazing Boating Motorized Boating Sailing Camping Canoe or Kayak Camping Car or Front Country Camping Group Camping RV Camping Fishing Freshwater Fishing Food Picnicking Hands-On Citizen Science Volunteer Vacation Hiking Front-Country Hiking Hunting and Gathering Hunting Paddling Canoeing Kayaking Junior Ranger Program Swimming Freshwater Swimming Park Film Museum Exhibits Colonization and Settlement Commerce Trade Explorers and Expeditions Forts Military Native American Heritage Religion and Spirituality Schools and Education Animals Birds Fish Geology Night Sky Astronomy Trails