Wintertime at Lake Roosevelt

COULEE DAM — Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area has reduced staffing and resources during the winter, meaning facilities and services are limited. But that doesn’t mean there aren’t chances for outdoor recreation when the cold temperatures hit.

During the winter season, camping is only available in the Kettle Falls, Fort Spokane and Spring Canyon campgrounds. Campsites are limited to Kettle Falls loop 1, Fort Spokane loop 1 and Spring Canyon lower loop.

Reservations are required but can be made in advance or from the campground upon arrival with adequate cell phone service. Reservations must be made at recreation.gov or by calling 877-444-6777. Individual campsites are available for winter camping at $11.50 per night.

There is no water service at Lake Roosevelt during the winter months. Vault toilets are available but will be cleaned on a limited basis. Snow removal and sanding procedures run from November 1 to March 31 once two or more inches of snow have accumulated. The following locations are plowed on an as-needed basis:

Kettle Falls boat launch and campground loop 1 road. Parking pads at campsites 3, 6, 9, 10 and 13 will also be plowed.

Gifford boat launch

Fort Spokane boat launch and the campground road to the vault toilet will be plowed. Parking pads at campsites 1,2, 3 and 4 will also be plowed.

Keller Ferry boat launch

Spring Canyon boat launch and lower campground loop road (but not individual campsites)

Additional locations may be plowed as weather and safety conditions allow.

All dumpsters and trash cans have been removed from our campgrounds, boat launches, and day-use areas. Visitors are prohibited from leaving refuse in places other than refuse receptacles as it is considered littering and may result in a fine of up to $200.

All other Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area land is open to the visiting public to enjoy walking, snowshoeing and cross-country skiing opportunities as conditions permit.