![]() Help Us Prevent Aquatic Invasive SpeciesHelp us prevent the introduction of aquatic invasive species by completing the mandatory mussel-free self-certification form on our Aquatic Invasive Species page before you launch. If your boat has been in waters with confirmed or suspected AIS (such as Lake Mead, Mohave, or Powell) within the last 30 days please call the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife AIS Hotline at 1-888-WDFD-AIS ![]() NPS Photo Enjoy the LakeOur twenty-two public boat launches offer a wide variety of opportunities for every type of watercraft from canoes to motorboats to paddleboards. Please remember that Lake Roosevelt is a manmade reservoir. Seasonal fluctuations regularly affect lake levels and access to boat launch facilities.
![]() NPS Photo Boat Launch FeesBoat Launch permits are required year-round at all Lake Roosevelt's National Park Service boat launches, regardless of boat type. Weekly Boat Launch Permit
Annual Launch Permit
When accessing the lake from lands adjacent to or on the reservation shoreline, please contact the tribes to determine where access is allowed and what additional fees are required. The Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation can be reached at (509) 634-2110. Minimum Boat Launch Lake ElevationsRemember, this is a reservoir so lake levels can fluctuate within a matter of hours. Check the current lake levels or call the Bureau of Reclamation at (800) 824-4916.
![]() Be Safe on the Lake!
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What can you do to stay safe?
Boating RegulationsBoaters at Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area must follow the Code of Federal Regulations, Washington State boating regulations and regulations in the Park Compendium. Download the appropriate checklist(s) to see what you need to boat safely on Lake Roosevelt.
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Last updated: May 12, 2023