Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area
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Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area at a glance
- Best time
- June–September
- Trip length
- Half day–1 day
- Don't miss
- Main Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area highlights — see Things to Do for current listings
- Nearby city
- Coulee Dam, WA
Explore this park
About Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area
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.
Weather Information
Lake Roosevelt is generally a cool or cold place from fall through spring with overcast skies.
- Summer
the skies clear and present warm to hot days.
More information on weather can be found under Alerts and Conditions.
Operating Hours
All Park Hours
The park is open 24 hours per day, unless otherwise designated. Day use areas are open from dawn until dusk. Administrative buildings are closed to public.
- MondayAll Day
- TuesdayAll Day
- WednesdayAll Day
- ThursdayAll Day
- FridayAll Day
- SaturdayAll Day
- SundayAll Day
Common questions
Planning Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area
The summary above covers timing and highlights. These go deeper on reservations, crowds, and logistics.
Reservation rules vary by season and activity for Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area. Check the Permits tab on this page and Recreation.gov before you travel — campground, tour, or backcountry permits may apply even without park-wide timed entry.
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