{"id":"nps-laro","slug":"lake-roosevelt-national-recreation-area","name":"Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area","designation":"National Recreation Area","category":"national-recreation-area","categoryLabel":"National Recreation Area","agency":{"code":"NPS","name":"National Park Service","department":"U.S. Department of the Interior","url":"https://www.nps.gov"},"managedBy":[{"code":"NPS","name":"National Park Service","department":"U.S. Department of the Interior","url":"https://www.nps.gov","unitCode":"LARO","designation":"National Recreation Area","sourceId":"nps-laro"}],"states":["WA"],"stateNames":["Washington"],"location":{"lat":48.17148735,"lon":-118.3513713},"bbox":[-118.9988,47.7909,-117.713,48.9496],"acres":{"value":80217,"kind":"gis-estimate","source":"Computed from the simplified boundary","note":"Approximate. The managing agency publishes official acreage."},"firstProtected":null,"established":null,"administrations":[],"designationHistory":[],"summary":"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.","summarySource":"National Park Service","guide":{},"trConnection":null,"trConnections":[],"trTypes":[],"links":{"official":"https://www.nps.gov/laro/index.htm","social":{},"recreationGov":null,"alltrails":null,"alltrailsExplore":"https://www.alltrails.com/explore?b_tl_lat=48.9496&b_tl_lng=-118.9988&b_br_lat=47.7909&b_br_lng=-117.713","recreationGovSearch":"https://www.recreation.gov/search?q=Lake%20Roosevelt%20National%20Recreation%20Area","directions":"http://www.nps.gov/laro/planyourvisit/directions.htm"},"images":[{"url":"https://www.nps.gov/common/uploads/structured_data/68871BB5-A7B3-84F9-501CCC59BFEE3F05.jpg","title":"Lake Roosevelt Fort Spokane Boating","alt":"Various motorboats on a blue lake, landscaped by tall tree filled hills.","caption":"Launch your boat at one of Lake Roosevelt's various boat launches along the lake.","credit":"NPS / J. Woerner","source":"NPS"},{"url":"https://www.nps.gov/common/uploads/structured_data/68C3D081-C647-EDDE-2C63B92D4FBBC5A7.jpg","title":"Lake Roosevelt Kettle Falls Mission Point","alt":"Purple flowers with green leaves grow over the cliffside while a boat motors over blue lake water.","caption":"Spring wildflowers bloom at St. Paul's Mission overlook near Kettle Falls.","credit":"NPS / N. Olson","source":"NPS"},{"url":"https://www.nps.gov/common/uploads/structured_data/7246EB44-DEB4-8BA9-EF47FFFE3AFF80DF.jpg","title":"Lake Roosevelt Fort Spokane Day Use Area","alt":"Scattered beach umbrellas shade various people sitting in chairs at a lakeside beach.","caption":"Visitors and locals regularly enjoy day use area beaches as a chance to cool off during the summer.","credit":"NPS / J. Woerner","source":"NPS"},{"url":"https://www.nps.gov/common/uploads/structured_data/725C2DA8-F4FB-948B-FAC6281EAA2B2F9E.jpg","title":"Lake Roosevelt Crescent Bay Rainbow","alt":"Stormy clouds over a blue lake with a rainbow stretching from one side of the lake to the other.","caption":"A rainbow stretched over Lake Roosevelt near Crescent Bay.","credit":"NPS Photo","source":"NPS"},{"url":"https://www.nps.gov/common/uploads/structured_data/726836A3-C2AF-4805-EE1D3CCF7128BF95.jpg","title":"Lake Roosevelt Kettle River Kayaker","alt":"Warm and purple hues light up the sky and water as a kayaker in a red kayak paddles along.","caption":"Lake Roosevelt isn't just for motorboats; kayakers, canoers, and paddleboarders can find peace in quieter areas of the park.","credit":"NPS / J. Woerner","source":"NPS"},{"url":"https://www.nps.gov/common/uploads/structured_data/727BDC7F-DF8C-87A7-B34DAD5AC29552F3.jpg","title":"Lake Roosevelt Spring Canyon Landscape","alt":"Tan and green plants create a hillside overlooking a blue lake, grey mountains, and a light blue sky","caption":"The southern portion of Lake Roosevelt is made up of shrub-steppe habitat, also known as the channeled scablands.","credit":"NPS Photo","source":"NPS"},{"url":"https://www.nps.gov/common/uploads/structured_data/72904DDC-C4CA-AE1E-1E33476C882E1787.jpg","title":"Lake Roosevelt Hawk Creek Boaters","alt":"A boater navigates on a grey waterway through green grasses with tall dark green trees behind them.","caption":"Hawk Creek offers a campground and boat launch in a tucked away cove. As lake levels fluctuate, the landscape at Hawk Creek changes drastically.","credit":"NPS / J. Woerner","source":"NPS"},{"url":"https://www.nps.gov/common/uploads/structured_data/72A45D1A-EF4F-E2C1-A82E71382258264A.jpg","title":"Lake Roosevelt Kettle Falls Day Use","alt":"A pond surrounded by dark green plants reflects a cloudy sky and tall green pine trees.","caption":"Kettle Falls offers a more forested environment, characterized by the Okanogan highlands.","credit":"NPS / N. 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Day use areas are open from dawn until dusk. Administrative buildings are closed to public.","standardHours":{"wednesday":"All Day","monday":"All Day","thursday":"All Day","sunday":"All Day","tuesday":"All Day","friday":"All Day","saturday":"All Day"},"exceptions":[]}],"directions":"From Spokane Take I-90 West. At Exit 277, merge onto US-2 toward Davenport/Fairchild AFB/Spokane Airport. Just past Wilbur, turn right onto WA-21. Stay left onto Highway 174. Turn right onto WA-155. Stay on WA-155 past Grand Coulee Dam and into the town of Coulee Dam. Cross the Columbia River and continue on WA-155. Turn right onto Crest Drive and follow up the hill. The Headquarters Office is located on the left.","weatherInfo":"Lake Roosevelt is generally a cool or cold place from fall through spring with overcast skies. In the summer, the skies clear and present warm to hot days. More information on weather can be found under Alerts and Conditions.","contacts":{"phone":"509-754-7800","email":"laro_web_master@nps.gov"},"visitorCenters":[{"name":"Fort Spokane Visitor Center and Museum","description":"Located in the former guardhouse of historic Fort Spokane, the visitor center and museum are open seasonally from Memorial Day to Labor Day of each year. This facility has no entrance fee. 2026 Season: Fort Spokane Visitor Center is temporarily closed while crews complete major repairs to the historic building. For an audio description of the park brochure, visit the Publications or Accessibility page of our website: nps.gov/laro","url":"https://www.nps.gov/laro/planyourvisit/visitorcenters.htm","lat":47.90399080408405,"lon":-118.30837108801967}],"campgrounds":[{"name":"North Gorge Campground","description":"North Gorge is a small, but popular, campground at the northeast edge of the park. A few sites are large enough for an RV, but most are built for tent camping. The campground is set in a grove of pines on the edge of the lake. A boat launch and dock are on the north or right side of the main loop. In the summer, North Gorge is busy on the weekends.","url":"https://www.nps.gov/laro/planyourvisit/cg-northgorge.htm","reservationUrl":"https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/274908","sites":12},{"name":"Snag Cove Campground","description":"Snag Cove is a small, fairly isolated campground located on the western side of Lake Roosevelt. Eight out of the nine sites are on the lake shore and all sites are open to tents and RVs. A boat launch with trailer parking and courtesy dock frames one side of the campground. Because of its size and popularity, Snag Cove often fills in the summer.","url":"https://www.nps.gov/laro/planyourvisit/cg-snagcove.htm","reservationUrl":"https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/275027","sites":9},{"name":"Kettle River Campground","description":"Kettle River is a shady campground on the banks of the Kettle River. Most of the sites are on the shoreline and have beautiful views of the Kettle River and surrounding landscape. Kettle River does not have a boat launch but does have a courtesy dock. This campground is a great place for birding, with a variety of waterfowl and raptors seen in the area. Kettle River Campground is typically quiet and doesn’t often fill.","url":"https://www.nps.gov/laro/planyourvisit/cg-kettleriver.htm","reservationUrl":"https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/275028","sites":13},{"name":"Evans Campground","description":"Evans Campground runs lengthwise along the lakeshore. One end is capped with the group sites and the boat launch. The other end is a Day Use Area with a covered picnic area and swim beach. The campground is busy in the summer and tends to fill on the weekends.","url":"https://www.nps.gov/laro/planyourvisit/cg-evans.htm","reservationUrl":"https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/10064643","sites":43},{"name":"Evans Group Site","description":"The Evans Group site is located in a clearing on one end of Evans Campground. The site holds a maximum of 25 people, with ample space for RV parking and/or tents. Clusters of pine trees provide shade. The boat launch is located nearby and a Day Use Area with covered picnic area and swim beach caps the other end of the campground. The campground itself is busy and may fill on the weekends.","url":"https://www.nps.gov/laro/planyourvisit/cg-group-evans.htm","reservationUrl":"https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/234065","sites":1},{"name":"Kamloops Island Campground","description":"Kamloops Island is a small, shady campground at the mouth of the Kettle River. The main hub of campsites is tucked into the vegetation at the top and can fit tents and RVs. A cluster of walk-in tent sites is spread out in a grove of pines. Many campsites offer views of the river, lake, and surrounding landscape. There is a courtesy dock, but no boat launch.","url":"https://www.nps.gov/laro/planyourvisit/cg-kamloopsisland.htm","reservationUrl":"https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/275029","sites":17},{"name":"Marcus Island Campground","description":"Marcus Island Campground is tucked into the trees on the lake shore. The campground is heavily shaded and, in the summer, has shoreline on three sides. The main access road is single lane and winding, but campers flock to this shaded area in summer. A boat launch with parking is available before reaching the campground.","url":"https://www.nps.gov/laro/planyourvisit/cg-marcusisland.htm","reservationUrl":"https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/274993","sites":25},{"name":"Kettle Falls Campground","description":"Kettle Falls is a large, fairly wooded campground on the lake shore. All sites are open to tent campers, vehicles, and RVs. The campground is adjacent to Kettle Falls Marina (with boat launch and space for trailer parking) and nearby to Kettle Falls Day Use Area. The area is fairly well-trafficked and busy, but offers all the conveniences and amenities of nearby town of Kettle Falls.","url":"https://www.nps.gov/laro/planyourvisit/cg-kettlefalls.htm","reservationUrl":"https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/234061","sites":74},{"name":"Locust Grove Group Sites","description":"The Locust Grove Group sites are located at the townsite of Old Kettle Falls, near Kettle Falls Campground and Kettle Falls Day Use Area. There are two sites with a capacity for 50 people and 75 people, respectively. A nature trail leads to Kettle Falls Campground and Kettle Falls Day Use Area with swim beach. Locust Grove Group sites are spacious and set apart from the hustle and bustle of the Kettle Falls Campground area.","url":"https://www.nps.gov/laro/planyourvisit/cg-group-locustgrove.htm","reservationUrl":"https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/234066","sites":2},{"name":"Haag Cove Campground","description":"Haag Cove is a quiet, isolated campground on Lake Roosevelt’s west side. Sites are spread out along the shoreline in an open area with scattered pine trees. The open setting does not allow for much privacy between sites but provides sweeping views of the lake to most campers. The campground is typically quiet, though it may fill on holidays and weekends. There is not a boat launch or courtesy dock.","url":"https://www.nps.gov/laro/planyourvisit/cg-haagcove.htm","reservationUrl":"https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/275082","sites":18},{"name":"Cloverleaf Campground","description":"Cloverleaf is a small, walk-in only campground near Gifford. Tent sites are tucked into the pines with lake shore access. This campground is great for those wanting a more rugged, primitive camping experience with standard amenities like water and pit toilets. Although small, Cloverleaf Campground is not as popular as other campgrounds and doesn’t often fill. Note: Cloverleaf Campground is only open May 1 through September 30.","url":"https://www.nps.gov/laro/planyourvisit/cg-cloverleaf.htm","reservationUrl":"https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/275085","sites":7},{"name":"Gifford Campground","description":"Gifford campground stretches along the lakeshore, giving almost every campsite a sweeping view of Lake Roosevelt and shoreline access. Towering pines provide ample shade. Gifford has a boat launch and dock, a dump station, and a fish cleaning station. A group site provides space and privacy for larger parties. Gifford Campground is conveniently located along WA 25 next to the Gifford Ferry.","url":"https://www.nps.gov/laro/planyourvisit/cg-gifford.htm","reservationUrl":"https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/10064687","sites":42},{"name":"Gifford Group Site","description":"The Gifford group site is located in a clearing on one end of Gifford Campground. The site holds a maximum of 50 people, with ample space for RV parking and/or tents. Clusters of pines provide shade. The boat launch with parking is located at the other end of the campground. The campground itself is busy and may fill on the weekends.","url":"https://www.nps.gov/laro/planyourvisit/cg-group-gifford.htm","reservationUrl":"https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/234067","sites":1},{"name":"Hunters Campground","description":"Hunters Campground is part of a larger recreation complex with a boat launch and Day Use Area. Campsites are tucked among the pines in a centrally-located loop with an easy walk to the beach area. Group sites offer privacy and beach access for larger parties. Hunters Campground is very popular and often busy in the summer.","url":"https://www.nps.gov/laro/planyourvisit/cg-hunters.htm","reservationUrl":"https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/10064730","sites":37},{"name":"Hunters Group Sites","description":"The Hunters Group sites are part of a larger recreation complex with a boat launch and Day Use Area. The site holds a maximum of 25 people, with ample space for RV parking and/or tents. The group sites are tucked among the pines on one side of the swim beach. An individual-site campground is located nearby. Hunters Campground is very popular and often busy in the summer.","url":"https://www.nps.gov/laro/planyourvisit/cg-group-hunters.htm","reservationUrl":"https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/234068","sites":3},{"name":"Camp Na-Bor-Lee (non-profit operated)","description":"Camp Na-Bor-Lee is an educational campground that is managed and maintained by the Camp Na-Bor-Lee Association in cooperation with the National Park Service. It includes 10 campsites, flush toilets and showers, covered shelters, RV access (no hookups). There is no boat launch at this campground.","url":"https://campnaborlee.com/","reservationUrl":"https://campnaborlee.com/","sites":10},{"name":"Fort Spokane Campground","description":"Fort Spokane Campground is part of a large recreation complex with the Fort Spokane visitor center, day use area, and boat launch within walking distance. The campground itself sprawls among towering pines, with plenty of space for RVs and walk-in sites for tent campers. Fort Spokane is a popular campground conveniently located near the visitor center and nearby gas stations and stores.","url":"https://www.nps.gov/laro/planyourvisit/cg-fortspokane.htm","reservationUrl":"https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/234062","sites":67},{"name":"Porcupine Bay Campground","description":"Porcupine Bay Campground and Boat Launch includes 20 campsites, seasonal flush facilities, and fish cleaning station, swim beach, and boat launch. The campground is tucked up into the shaded pines against the wall of the coulee, with beautiful views of the lake.","url":"https://www.nps.gov/laro/planyourvisit/cg-porcupinebay.htm","reservationUrl":"https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/10064768","sites":20},{"name":"Hawk Creek Campground","description":"Hawk Creek Campground is tucked back from the lake on Hawk Creek. The campground is popular, but small enough to feel private and secluded. A small waterfall adds ambiance to this beautiful and unique campground. Hawk Creek is close to Fort Spokane Visitor Center, but far enough away to avoid the hustle and bustle. A courtesy dock provides access to Lake Roosevelt.","url":"https://www.nps.gov/laro/planyourvisit/cg-hawkcreek.htm","reservationUrl":"https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/275091","sites":20},{"name":"Jones Bay Campground","description":"Jones Bay is one of Lake Roosevelt’s smaller, more rustic campgrounds. The campground is mostly gravel and packed dirt, with not much vegetation, on the lake shore. It can be reached by boat and has a boat launch and dock. Jones Bay can be also be reached by car, but may be difficult to find.","url":"https://www.nps.gov/laro/planyourvisit/cg-jonesbay.htm","reservationUrl":"https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/275092","sites":9},{"name":"Keller Ferry Campground (Concessionaire-operated)","description":"Keller Ferry Campground is managed by Lake Roosevelt Adventures. All reservations are done through lakerooseveltadventures.com. This campground includes 55 standard campsites (all dry; no hookups), flush restrooms and pit toilets, seasonal outdoor beach showers, access to the day use area, boat launch, and Marina Store (also managed by Lake Roosevelt Adventures). Contact Keller Ferry Campground at 509-647-5755.","url":"https://lakerooseveltadventures.com/campground/","reservationUrl":"https://lakerooseveltadventures.com/campground/","sites":55},{"name":"Keller Ferry Group Sites (Concessionaire-operated)","description":"Keller Ferry Campground is managed by Lake Roosevelt Adventures. All reservations are done through lakerooseveltadventures.com. This campground includes 2 group sites (all dry; no hookups), flush restrooms and pit toilets, seasonal outdoor beach showers, access to the day use area, boat launch, and Marina Store (also managed by Lake Roosevelt Adventures). Contact Keller Ferry Campground at 509-647-5755.","url":"https://lakerooseveltadventures.com/campground/","reservationUrl":"https://lakerooseveltadventures.com/campground/","sites":2},{"name":"Spring Canyon Campground","description":"Spring Canyon Campground stair-steps down the hillside to Lake Roosevelt, offering sweeping views of the lake and surrounding landscape. The open desert environment also means little shade and extremely hot temperatures in the summer. Spring Canyon is conveniently located near the towns of Grand Coulee and Coulee Dam, as well as the Grand Coulee Dam. The campground offers a Day Use Area, group sites, and a nearby boat launch.","url":"https://www.nps.gov/laro/planyourvisit/cg-springcanyon.htm","reservationUrl":"https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/234064","sites":68},{"name":"Spring Canyon Group Sites","description":"The Spring Canyon group sites are located at the base of Spring Canyon Campground, offering sweeping views of the lake and surrounding landscape. The open desert landscape also means little shade and extremely hot temperatures in the summer. Spring Canyon has two group sites, and each can hold up to 25 people. Spring Canyon is conveniently located near the town of Grand Coulee and the Grand Coulee Dam.","url":"https://www.nps.gov/laro/planyourvisit/cg-group-springcanyon.htm","reservationUrl":"https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/234071","sites":2}],"thingsToDo":[],"nearby":[{"slug":"little-pend-oreille-national-wildlife-refuge","km":64},{"slug":"colville-national-forest","km":97},{"slug":"turnbull-national-wildlife-refuge","km":102},{"slug":"okanogan-national-forest","km":150},{"slug":"kootenai-national-wildlife-refuge","km":156},{"slug":"columbia-national-wildlife-refuge","km":161}],"hasBoundary":true,"boundarySource":{"name":"NPS Land Resources Division","url":"https://irma.nps.gov/DataStore/Reference/Profile/2224545"},"sources":[{"name":"NPS Data API","url":"https://developer.nps.gov/api/v1/parks?parkCode=laro"},{"name":"NPS Land Resources Division boundaries","url":"https://services1.arcgis.com/fBc8EJBxQRMcHlei/arcgis/rest/services/NPS_Land_Resources_Division_Boundary_and_Tract_Data_Service/FeatureServer/2"}],"editorialStatus":"draft","synced":"2026-11-09T02:12:45.617Z","alerts":[{"source":"NPS","kind":"Park Closure","title":"Hawk Creek Area Closed for 2026 Recreation Season","text":"The Hawk Creek Campground and boat launch area will close to all public access starting April 16 through November 14. The closure is necessary to keep visitors, staff, and construction crews safe during the Hawk Creek Road Improvements and Stabilization Project. It may be extended to next spring, if needed.","url":"https://www.nps.gov/laro/learn/news/hawk-creek-area-closed-for-2026-recreation-season.htm","updated":"2026-11-04 00:00:00.0","id":"nps-645C6CB6-375E-4B12-9284-CAAC1EDFBA0D"},{"source":"NPS","kind":"Caution","title":"Fall 2026 Prescribed Fire Notice at Lake Roosevelt","text":"Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area may implement the following prescribed burn during fall 2026.","url":"https://www.nps.gov/laro/learn/news/fall-2026-prescribed-fire-burning-notice.htm","updated":"2026-10-06 00:00:00.0","id":"nps-6D8DE5DB-9791-4FA6-9E6C-CB400FA2FF06"},{"source":"NPS","kind":"Park Closure","title":"Fort Spokane boat launch & day use open; Campground open with some closures","text":"Fort Spokane Campground has re-opened to the public with minimal closures as of 8/14/2026. Sites 39, 40, 41, 50, and walk-in sites 64-68 will remain closed for the foreseeable future due to fire damage and hazard trees. Caution tape and closure signs have been posted for visitor safety. Please remain in open areas of the campground only. The Fort Spokane day use area and boat launch remain open. Please continue to use caution throughout these areas.","url":null,"updated":"2026-08-14 00:00:00.0","id":"nps-D8127C6D-4344-4CBD-B6ED-A4BA8C6FD630"}],"url":"https://directory.labs.trlibrary.com/sites/lake-roosevelt-national-recreation-area/","boundaryUrl":"https://directory.labs.trlibrary.com/boundaries/lake-roosevelt-national-recreation-area.geojson"}