Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area
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Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area at a glance
- Best time
- June–September
- Trip length
- 1–2 days
- Don't miss
- Hike the Sentinel Trail
- 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.
3 current NPS alerts
- Park Closure: Hawk Creek Area Closed for 2026 Recreation Season
- Caution: Fall 2026 Prescribed Fire Notice at Lake Roosevelt
- Park Closure: Fort Spokane boat launch & day use open; Campground open with some closures
Source: National Park Service (as of Nov 1, 2026). Official Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area page on nps.gov
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 — check Alerts for live updates.
Reservation rules vary by season and activity for Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area. See Overview on this page for fees, timed entry, and campground details before you travel.
