Formed by Grand Coulee Dam and part of the Columbia Basin Project, this lake contains over 60,000 water-surface acres and 500 miles of shoreline. Available species include walleye, rainbow trout, kokanee, yellow perch, lake whitefish, smallmouth bass, largemouth bass, black crappie, and white sturgeon.
Maybe — confirm before you go.
Reclamation honors the pass at only a handful of sites — confirm before you rely on it here.
- Fee type Fee unknown — The fee structure here is unconfirmed.
- Source Official / Recreation.gov ↗
- Last verifiedJuly 6, 2026 · Check
- Official pagewww.nps.gov ↗
- Contact 509-633-9441
Common questions
Quick Yes / No / Depends answers for Franklin D. Roosevelt Lake — always confirm with the managing site before you go.
Depends Does the America the Beautiful pass work here?
Maybe — Reclamation honors the pass at only a handful of sites — confirm before you rely on it here. Check with the managing agency before you go.
Yes Can you fish at Franklin D. Roosevelt Lake?
Yes — fishing is one of the listed activities here. You’ll need a valid state fishing license.
Yes Can you kayak, paddle, or boat here?
Yes — there’s water for boating and paddling at Franklin D. Roosevelt Lake. Hand-launched craft usually need no permit; motorized boats may need registration or a launch fee.
Yes Can you camp at Franklin D. Roosevelt Lake?
Yes — camping is available. Reserve ahead where required; you can check availability on Recreation.gov.
Depends Can you have a campfire?
Sometimes — campfires are subject to seasonal fire restrictions and bans. Always check current fire conditions first.
Yes Are there hiking trails?
Yes — hiking is one of the listed activities at Franklin D. Roosevelt Lake.
Depends Is hunting allowed?
Yes — hunting is permitted here in season, with the required state license and tags. Check seasons and unit rules.
Yes Can you bring a dog?
Generally yes — dogs are welcome when kept under control (usually leashed). Confirm any local rules.
Depends Are drones allowed?
Sometimes — often allowed away from wilderness and developed or crowded areas, with rules. Check locally before you fly.
Nearby sites
Farwestern Photo by Gregg M. Erickson / CC BY 3.0 · Wikimedia Commons Bureau of Reclamation Grand Coulee Dam
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No machine-readable author provided. Williamborg assumed (ba / Public domain · Wikimedia Commons Bureau of Reclamation Banks Lake
CheckReclamation honors the pass at only a handful of sites — confirm before you rely on it here.