Virtual Ranger Station

Superintendent Dan Foster

NPS

A Message From The Superintendent

Welcome to Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area. As we move closer to our summer season, we want to thank you for your understanding as we work hard to keep you, our staff, and the resources we protect safe. Masks are now optional, but please consider wearing one as a courtesy to others when indoors.

The National Park Service continues to closely monitor and respond to the COVID-19 pandemic. We encourage you to follow guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Washington State and local officials to recreate responsibly at Lake Roosevelt.

Remember to stay safe for yourself and loved ones while visiting the park!

 

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Discover	hidden coves, deep blue water, and winding trails among the pines.
Uncover	the story of massive ice age floods and ancient American Indian fisheries.
Recover	your sense of wonder and adventure at Lake Roosevelt.

 

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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  Fishing

  Learn about licensing, locations, and charters before you cast that line.

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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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  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. There are Virtual Passport Stamps 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

  Looking for answers to those random or difficult questions? This is a good place to start.

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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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  Canoeing & Kayaking

  Paddle your way to a campsite or a multi-day trip down the lake. Looking for a good put-in? Try here.

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  Virtual Passport Stamps

  Download and print a stamp for your Park Passport or Junior Ranger Passport.

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  Weather

  Will it rain? Will it snow? Check here for current conditions in the area.

 

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!