Hawk Creek is gaining popularity among hikers, mainly as an early spring, snow-free option that generally boasts spring flowers and scenic views. Even so, every time I hike it I notice the majority of the cars in the parking lot belong to fisherman. I gave the fishing a shot on my last visit and got […]
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New to town or have you always wanted to get to get to know the Lake Roosevelt area more? Join REI and the Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area to “Find Your Park” and discover the best spots to recreate locally along with the first-hand knowledge you will need to enjoy your time on the trails.
Since I still want to believe that winter will return and there will be too much snow to access the high country, I am recommending a nice walk on the beach for March. Spring is truly the best time to visit the Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area for hikers. The boating crowd isn’t likely to
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Mosquitoes near the Kettle Falls Day Use and Group Site Campground at Lake Roosevelt have tested positive for West Nile virus. West Nile, which cycles between mosquitoes and birds in nature, is passed on to humans through a mosquito bite. Conditions this summer at Lake Roosevelt have been optimal for mosquitoes, who are drawn to hot,
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During the summer, Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area’s 600 miles of shoreline attract droves of boaters to the otherwise-dry coulee country of Eastern Washington. But when the houseboats and Jet Skis have long been dry docked, the lake and its neighbors make an attractive backdrop for snow-free winter exploration, the stark, serene landscape attracting the
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Named after President Franklin D. Roosevelt, the 130-mile long lake is technically part of the Columbia River, although you wouldn’t know it by looking out across the wide expanse of current-free summertime water from one of the many lake-side recreation areas. With the construction of Grand Coulee Dam in 1941, Lake Roosevelt swelled, covering former
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The Inland Northwest is home to hundreds of lakes within an hour’s drive in any direction. When the temperatures start to rise, it’s time to get out on the lake! Pick something in the list below you might enjoy, then find the corresponding number for details on which lakes make the best fit for your
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Lakeside campgrounds in Eastern Wash. and North Idaho that have great beaches, watersports recreation access, and reservable campsites.
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Overview of the best lakes in eastern Wash., northern Idaho, western Mont., and southeast B.C., for paddling, fishing, and other recreation.
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Spectacular landscapes and stunning sunsets. Huge, majestic lakes resembling small seas. Uncrowded, rocky-sand beaches. Massive national forests with alpine lake gems. This is what sets Inland Northwest lake country apart from our coastal counterparts, with destinations for all types of water-loving adventurers. Our 4thannual lake guide can help you decide where to go and what
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