• The calm, inviting waters of the Spokane Arm. Photo Credit: NPS\LARO\John Salisbury

    Lake Roosevelt

    National Recreation Area Washington

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Plan A Field Trip

We offer several ranger-conducted programs throughout the park. Topics vary from history and culture to in-depth explorations of water resources.

Self-guided visits of the Fort Spokane grounds and elsewhere are also available with reservations.

Contact our education specialist for more information.

Did You Know?

Ranger Andy and some kids with a mule

Mules were the utility muscle for life in the late 1800s. When the Fort was active in the 1880s-1890s, over 60 mules made the historic stables their home. They had names like Kiep, Sally, or Ol' No. 7.