Spring Canyon

Spring Canyon offers convenient water access on the 130-mile Franklin D. Roosevelt Lake, a massive reservoir created by Grand Coulee Dam on the Columbia River. The facility features a boat ramp and docks, making it ideal for kayakers, canoeists, and motorboats. The lake's 60,000+ water-surface acres and 500 miles of shoreline provide ample opportunities for paddling and exploration. The site is located near Grand Coulee in Lincoln County, Washington, approximately 65 miles west of Spokane via Highway 2.

The boat ramp is part of the larger Spring Canyon Campground, which offers 78 individual campsites and a day-use swimming area. Boaters should note that a weekly boat launch fee of $10 (seven consecutive days) or an annual pass ($60) applies. Reservations for overnight camping are available through Recreation.gov at $30 per night. Additional amenities include docks, a playground, and access to the Bunchgrass Prairie Nature Trail, making this a good base for multi-day paddling trips on the lake.

Overview
Spring Canyon Campground, on the shoreline of Lake Roosevelt, is perfect for those who enjoy being on the water. The 130-mile long lake is a feature of the Columbia River created by the Grand Coulee Dam. The lake is named after President Franklin D. Roosevelt and is a part of the Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area, managed by the National Park Service.

Campers have the convenience...

Overview
Spring Canyon Campground, on the shoreline of Lake Roosevelt, is perfect for those who enjoy being on the water. The 130-mile long lake is a feature of the Columbia River created by the Grand Coulee Dam. The lake is named after President Franklin D. Roosevelt and is a part of the Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area, managed by the National Park Service.

Campers have the convenience of a day-use swimming area and plenty of space to sit back and soak up the summer sun and cooler days of spring and fall. Recreation
Lake Roosevelt provides numerous opportunities for outdoor recreation. Families can cool off in the day-use water access area located approximately 300 yards downhill from the campground. The Day Use area also has a playground. Boating and water sports abound.

For campers looking to take a break from the lake, the Bunchgrass Prairie Nature Trail offers a short walk through the sagebrush.Facilities
This large campground offers 78 individual campsites. A boat ramp and docks within the facility provide easy access to the water. Trailers may use the site, but there are no hookups. The campground is open year-round, but water is shut off during winter.This campground is by reservation only. Reservations must be made in advance.
Natural Features
Though not directly on the water, the camping area is a short walk from the lake. The green, lush campground has beautiful views of the lake and surrounding hills. Lake temperatures are comfortable for swimming during the summer, even though much of the water originates from glaciers and snowmelt in the cold, high Canadian Rockies.

The lake area has abundant wildlife and birds, including eagles and osprey. Dozens of species of fish inhabit the lake.
Nearby Attractions
The famous Grand Coulee Dam is only three miles from the campground. A laser light show is displayed nightly on the dam from Memorial Day weekend through September 30. Additional services are available in the adjacent town of Grand Coulee.

Spring Canyon is a short drive from the Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area Headquarters, which provides visitor information.
Contact Info
This location is unstaffed. To speak with our main office for general information, please call: (509) 754-7889.Charges & Cancellations
All changes and cancellations must be made through recreation.gov

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