Plan Your Visit

Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area offers tons of recreational opportunities, regardless of the time of year. Whether you enjoy boating, camping, or just kicking back on the beach with a book, the park always encourages visitors to recreate responsibly. Remember to stay safe for yourself and loved ones while visiting the park!

 

Come prepared for fun!

Top Ten Lake Roosevelt Travel Tips

 

Things To Do

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  Camping

  Where to picnic, paddleboard, park your RV, set up your tent, and make s’mores.

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  Special Event Permits

  Fishing tournaments, commercial activities and tours all require permits.

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  Boating

  Find out about launch fees, important regulations, and minimum lake levels for launching.

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  Hiking & Self-Guided Walks

  Discover the dry side of the park and explore some historic town sites.

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  Water Access & Day Use

  Grab your favorite floatie, lounge chair, and picnic basket, and find a spot in the shade.

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  Fort Spokane Visitor Center

  Come visit Fort Spokane and learn about the long history of people living along the Columbia River.

 

Looking for something specific? We have Air Quality, Smoke, and Fire information and Park Boundary Maps. Get more information on the Junior Ranger Program and Volunteers in the Park or read up on the history of Fort Colvile.

For information on ADA compliance in the park, check out our Accessibility page. There's also a full transcript and downloadable audio description of the park brochure, and a Braille file of the brochure as well.

 

Learn About The Park

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  Fees & Passes

  What do you pay and where? Find the answers here.

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  Laws & Policies

  Learn more about park rules and regulations

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  Maps & Guides

  Check here for an interactive park map, as well as a list of local services.

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  Weather

  Look for current weather conditions in the area.

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  Hunting

  Learn about hunting regulations and seasons

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  Alerts and Conditions

  Check for park alerts and current conditions

 

Can't find what you're looking for? Try the NPS App. It's a great way to keep park info on your phone or tablet. More random questions? Lost & Found items? Check the FAQ. Did you know that we have a sister park in South Africa? Check out Spioenkop Nature Reserve. And while we're happy to have Bark Rangers in the park, please visit our Pets page to make sure everyone stays safe!