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COULEE CORRIDOR N AT I O N A L S C E N I C B Y WAY FEATURES Coulee Corridor National Scenic Byway
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COULEE CORRIDOR CITY PAGES
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Othello
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Moses Lake
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Ephrata
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Soap Lake
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Coulee City
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Electric City
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Grand Coulee
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WARDEN MOSES LAKE EPHRATA QUINCY SOAP LAKE COULEE CITY ELECTRIC CITY GRAND COULEE COULEE DAM
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Sun Lakes State Park Blue Lake Rest Area
Historical Marker - “The Cariboo Cattle Trail” Lenore / Alkali Lakes Wildlife Viewing
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Soap Lake - Healing Waters Monument 19
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Rocky Ford Creek 12 Wildlife Site 283
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A WARM, FRIENDLY WELCOME T O EVERYO N E VI SITIN G T HE COUL E E CORRIDOR NAT IONAL SCE NIC B Y WAY
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he Coulee Corridor National Scenic Byway is approximately 150 miles between Omak and
many loops and connecting spur routes.
colorful illustrations of significant events, activities, people and places. Consider attending a Pow-Wow in Soap Lake or Nespelem, or town festivals and sporting events. Chambers of Commerce can direct visitors to local sights and events.
Varied land and water sites will appeal to people interested in learning about history, geology, nature, and agriculture. Car touring, hiking, biking, boating, swimming and fishing are some of the diverse recreational activities. Consider taking a self guided tour. Visitors may get involved in activities at indoor and outdoor classrooms, parks, and interpretive centers scattered around the area
View unparalleled scenery and participate in limitless recreational opportunities on or around waterways along the Coulee Corridor. Columbia Plateau and Okanogan Highlands geology and shrub-steppe habitat ecosystems are well illustrated along the length of the Coulee Corridor. Visit intersecting segments of the Ice Age Floods National Geologic Trail which overlaps some of the Coulee Corridor.
Regional cultural history is displayed at museums up and down the corridor in nearly every town. Take walking or driving tours of historic districts or enjoy the views on urban and rural trails. Finding downtown murals in many of the towns can lead visitors to
Ice Age floods stories are vividly displayed at the Dry Falls Interpretive Center south of Coulee City. Learn about the unique mineral qualities of Soap Lake. Check out the massive concrete structures that are part of the Columbia Basin Irrigation Project. Visit
Othello in north central Washington and includes
Grand Coulee Dam and go south, following the paths of ice age flood waters in and around lakes and drainages throughout the corridor. Follow canals and waterways from Grand Coulee Dam, which provides water to irrigate nearly 700,000 acres of agricultural crops in a multi-county area to the desert oasis in the south. In 2020, watch for the dedication of five recently installed Coulee Corridor sponsored community kiosks in the towns of Electric City, Coulee City, Soap Lake, Warden and Othello. Attractions, activities and events are highlighted on display panels anchored between enormous basalt columns at each site.
COULEE CORRIDOR CONSORTIUM | PO Box 123, Grand Coulee, WA 99133 | www.couleecorridor.com
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The Coulee Corridor was formed over millions of years by lava eruption which solidified and was swept away by massive and tumultuous ice age floods. From Soap Lake to Grant Coulee Dam, drive in a valley between massive basalt walls known as the “Grand Coulee.” There are caves to visit and the awe of Dry Falls to contemplate. Consider climbing Steamboat Rock and visiting the mighty Grand Coulee Dam or taking one of the many walks or hikes in the area.
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GOLFING - VIC MYERS SUN LAKES STATE PARK
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Othello
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35º-95º, and a growing season of 180 days. Find fresh, seasonal produce at local farm stands and the farmers market every Thursday evening.
RECREATION Othello has four parks within its city limits that
encompass a total of 43.4 acres. Just out side of the
city limits is a fifth park of 20 acres. With a public pool, playground and athletic fields, there is something for everyone. Only five miles from Othello you can find golfing and bird hunting. Othello is a wintering area
neled Scablands and was designated a National Natural Landmark in 1986.
JULY 4TH CELEBRATION
5 minutes from the city, offers fishing, bird and wild-
ANNUAL EVENTS Chamber Awards Banquet Othello Museum 4th of July Celebration
a focused military parade in the morning. There is
Old Hotel Art Gallery Banquet & Auction
good ol’ American Flag-waving emphasis right up to
fireworks exploding after dark. The day’s activities
usually include 3-point basketball tournament, 5k
freedom run, Rotary Breakfast in the park, youth
soccer tournament, and a skateboard competition.
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Othello Fair & Rodeo Miracle on Main St. Christmas Celebration
across blue skies, creating a sense of awe in nature’s
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You will also find children’s activities, a pie eating 260 contest, vendors, great food and entertainment. All veterans or active military are invited to participate in the parade.
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Othello is proud to host the only day long, fun
for more than 100,000 ducks and Canada geese.
The Columbia National Wildlife Refuge, located just
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average of 295 sunny days, with temperatures from
lava flows. This area is called the Drumhellar Chan-
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contribute to a bright potential. There’s an annual
bination of cliffs, canyons, lakes and the remains of
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wonderful seasonal weather and ample water supply
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Missoula. Deep canyons were eroded into basalt
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Mar Don Resort 8198 Hwy 262 S.E. Othello 99344
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O’Sullivan Sportsman Resort 6897 Hwy 262 S.E. #A Othello 99344
(509) 346-2447 osullivansportsmanresort.com
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Potholes State Park 6762 Hwy 262 East Othello 99344
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OTHELLO
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1. OTHELLO The valuable combined qualities of arable land, ample water supply, and favorable climate contribute
to the bright potential for our community. More than
60 crops are produced in the Basin. Half the nation’s
CITY POINTS OF INTEREST 1. CITY OF OTHELLO / CITY HALL (509) 488-5686 500 E. Main St Othello, WA 99344 www.othellowa.gov
french fries are made from potatoes grown in the
2. OLD HOTEL ART GALLERY
the tasting rooms of local wineries to sample two of
(509) 488-5936 33 East Larch St Othello, WA 99344 Open Tues - Sat, 10am to 5pm Facebook: theoldhotelothello
area. Slice into a delicious red apple or savor wine at our burgeoning industries.
Othello’s current inventory of parks and recreation sites include two mini-parks, one neighborhood
park, and one community park. These existing parks and recreational facilities encompass a total of 43.4 acres of land.
2. OTHELLO SANDHILL CRANE FESTIVAL (509) 989-5606 or Toll-free (866) 726-3445 March 20-22, 2020 – Friday to Sunday www.othellosandhillcranefestival.org
The Old Hotel was built in 1911-12 to serve the rail-
road crews at this roundhouse stop over. In 1975, the Hotel was placed on the Washington state Registry of
Historic Places, and houses many books on the cul-
tural history of the region. The Hotel and Art Gallery displays the art and handcrafts of local artists.
3. OTHELLO CHAMBER OF COMMERCE VISITOR CENTER
viewing, along with specialty tours of the Columbia
(509) 488-2683 33 E. Larch St Othello, WA 99344 www.chamberofothello.org manager@chamberofothello.org
gested to reserve your seat as some tours fill up
The Chamber of Commerce Visitor Center is located
The Sandhill Crane Festival features tours for crane
National Wildlife Refuge. Pre-registration is sugquickly.
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COLUMBIA NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE
The BEST Weather in the Northwest!
The refuge is in the middle of Washington’s famous Channeled Scablands, formed 12,000 years ago
when a massive flood drained glacial Lake Missoula. Deep canyons were eroded into the basalt forming
the Scablands. The northern part of the refuge is a
combination of cliffs, canyons, lakes, and the remains of lava flows. This area is called the Drumheller Channels and was designated a National Natural Landmark in 1986.
3. WARDEN (509) 349-2033 201 South Ash, P.O. Box 428 Warden, WA 98852 www.cityofwarden.org
Centrally located in Washington State • Over 400 campsites
(509) 765-3581 3953 Airway Dr. NE Moses Lake, WA 98837
• Two spacious pavilions • Comfortable indoor venues • Livestock barns & over 300 stalls
Columbia Basin Communities, agriculture is the driv-
ing force behind the existence of the town. Birders will enjoy viewing the thousands of game birds that visit the Warden area during the spring and fall
migrations. Many species of ducks as well as thousands of Canada Geese stop off at Warden farms to feed and rest. The Chinese ring-neck pheasant has
taken a liking to the lush farms as well. Warden Community Days, held on Labor Day Weekend is a fun experience for the whole family.
4. POTHOLES STATE PARK
• Convenient parking for all groups
www.parks.wa.gov Potholes State Park, also known as the “ocean in the desert,” is located on O’Sullivan Dam. This State Park
offers RV and tent camping, picnicking, bathrooms, Harry Hayter
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a dump station, and a boat launch ramp. The Park
provides easy access to the sand dune area, 14,000 acres in all, open for your pleasure. There is a golf
course and services nearby. The park is managed by the Washington State Parks Commissions.
5. MOSES LAKE Moses Lake hosts one of the state’s largest natural fresh water lakes, plus numerous parks and camp-
grounds. Visit the Surf ‘N Slide Water Park, Farmer’s
Market on Saturdays (seasonal) and the Centennial Theatre, an outdoor amphitheater located on the lakefront. There are free concerts there most Saturdays in the summer.
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NUMBER ONE in Boat Repair & Service (509) 765-6718
8138 Scott Rd. NE Moses Lake
4. MOSES LAKE MUSEUM & ART CENTER (MAC) (509) 764-3825 401 S. Balsam St. PO Box 1579 Moses Lake, WA 98837 FREE Admission Open Mon - Sat 11am - 5pm, Closed major holidays
6. CAMAS COVE CELLARS (509) 765-9532 911 Camas Place S. Moses Lake, WA 98837 www.camascovecellars.com
7. NEPPEL CELLARS (509) 765-4404 1751 Rd E. NE Moses Lake, WA 98837 www.neppelcellars.com
8. TEN PIN BREWING COMPANY (509) 766-2739 1165 N. Stratford Rd. Moses Lake, WA 98837 www.tenpinbrewing.com
PARTS • ACCESSORIES • REPAIRS Sales and Service - Your Dealer for:
V-Drive, Straight Drive, Mercury, Mercruiser, Evinrude, Johnson, OMC/Cobra
Props • Parts • Moorage • Tubes • Gas • Oil
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CITY POINTS OF INTEREST 1. MOSES LAKE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE VISITOR CENTER (509) 765-7888 324 S Pioneer Way Moses Lake, WA 98837 www.moseslake.com
2. MOSES LAKE SURF ‘N SLIDE WATER PARK
(509) 764-3842 Corner of Dogwood & 4th Moses Lake, WA 98837 www.mlrec.com
10. PAPA’S SPORTS LOUNGE & CASINO (509) 750-8357 1165 N. Stratford Rd. Moses Lake, WA 98837 www.papas-casino.com Sports lounge, casino, restaurant, bowling & hotel.
11. GRANT COUNTY INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT The Grant County International Airport has one of the
longest runways west of the Mississippi and serves
as the testing and training facility for Boeing Aircraft. More than 350 foreign and domestic airlines have used the airport for flight crew training. Japan Airlines used the airport for training for nearly 40 years until March 2009.
12. ROCKY FORD CREEK
Also featured are: a zero depth beach and bay area;
(509) 754-4624 www.wdfw.wa.gov
Two 200-foot water slides, treasure island water feature, baby octopus slide, one and three-meter diving
boards, tube slide, handicapped accessibility, large deck and patio area, two sand volleyball courts, picnic shelter, children’s wet sand playground area, full ser-
vice concession stand, and affordable admission. Open Memorial Day through Labor Day.
3. SINKIUSE SQUARE
306 Ash St. Moses Lake, WA 98837 Community gathering place in the heart of Moses
Lake’s downtown district with a small amphitheater, an EV charging station and fountains. COULEECO RRI DO R.COM
(509) 764-2410 10333 Road 5.6 NE Moses Lake, WA 98837 www.stbrigidsbrewery.com
The Surf ‘N Slide Water Park features the Flowrider, an artificial surfing simulator, and a 300 foot lazy river.
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These Wetlands were created during the last Glacial Period and probably formed the extreme upper end
of Moses Lake. The 7.5-mile creek now contains natural siltation deposits of nutrient-rich soils. Rocky Ford Creek has always been a magnet for aquatic and terrestrial wildlife. The one mile trail along Rocky Ford
Creek provides waterfowl viewing. The Wetlands
offer excellent fly fishing year round (catch and release only. Bank fishing only, no wading in the creek). Check on the current fishing regulations.
13. ROCKY FORD CREEK HISTORICAL MARKER
Moses Lake
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Moses Lake is the largest fresh water lake in Grant
County with over 120 miles of shoreline, and covers
6,500 acres with an average depth of 18.5 feet. Warm summers (300+ days of sunshine) and mild winters
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Coulee Spring Festival tennis courts, a wonderful Surf ‘n Slide Water Park (for Dam Coulee Dam Casino all ages), and more than 200 acres of well-equipped
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skimming your off road vehicle over the sand dunes, open year round, and offers walleye, trout, bass, Visitor Center perch, crappie and glue gill. Hunting and fishing are
popular pastimes for our 260area. In the winter months, depending on the weather, enjoy ice fishing on the
Bird watching enthusiasts can find many species in the Columbia National Wildlife Refuge, located just
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May 21-24 May-Oct. (Saturdays)
Freedom Festival Colville
www.moseslakespringfestival.com
Moses Lake’s community festival with parade, 3-on-3 Crescent Bay basketball tournament, carnival, food, vendors and Grand Coulee Dam
much more on May 21-24, 2020.Area Chamber of Commerce
www.moseslakefreedomfest.com
July 3-5
Tribal Cowboy Breakfast Museum
Aug. 14
Grant County Fair & PRCA Rodeo
Aug.18-22
Lake Demolition Derby Roosevelt
Grand Coulee
lake and cross-country skiing in the sand dunes.
Farmer’s Market
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Downtown Brews & Tunes
Moses Lake is your “Great Escape” with golf courses,
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Grand Coulee city parks. Midsummer also brings our famous FarmDam Visitor 174 er’s Market. Center
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pheasant, or hiking, exploring, camping and com-
largest single collection of Indian artifacts in the area.
Lake area has become a haven for sportsmen and Museum City Hall sightseers. Explore one of the lakes, potholes, sand
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Lighted Agricultural Parade/Street Party
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Holiday Craft Market
Dec. 5
Complete calendar of events at tourmoseslake.com
Community Fireworks display and free concerts in the park on July 3-5, 2020.
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Ten Pin Inn & Suites 1157 N. Stratford Rd. Moses Lake 98837
(509) 764-7500 (800) 434-5800 tenpininn.com
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Best Western Lake Front Inn 3000 W. Marina Dr. Moses Lake 98837
(509) 765-9211 (800) 235-4255 bestwesternwashington. com
Comfort Suites 1700 E. Kittleson Rd. Moses Lake 98837
(509) 765-3731 comfortsuitesmoseslake. com
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(877) 765-8631 travelinnml.com
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(509) 765-0500 fairfield.marriott.com
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Wingate by Wyndham 1734 Kittleson Rd. Moses Lake 98837
(800) 576-7500 wyndham.com
Holiday Inn Express & Suites 2300 S. Maiers Moses Lake 98837
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(509) 766-7000 innatmoseslake.com
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(509) 766-0260 (800) 466-8356 motel6.com
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(509) 765-8626
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(509) 765-8636 (800) 456-0708 moteloasisinn.com
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(509) 765-8886 qualityinn.com
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(509) 766-1000 (888) 465-4329 ramada.com
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(509) 350-8310 (800) 222-2244 bestwestern.com
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Sunland Inn 309 E. 3rd Ave. Moses Lake 98837
(877) 765-1170 sunlandinn.com
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Lakeshore Resort Motel 3206 W. Lakeshore Dr. Moses Lake 98837
Sage & Sand Motel 1011 S. Pioneer Way Moses Lake 98837
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Cascade Park Campground 2001 W. Valley Rd. Moses Lake 98837
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14. BASALT PILLARS Flood-sculpted basalt pillars left behind by the Great Missoula Floods.
15. EPHRATA Ephrata is a natural starting point for your journey
through Northern Grant County. A thriving commer-
cial district offers a variety of shops and restaurants. Downtown Ephrata features a beautiful outdoor
meeting place, Sun Basin Plaza. This park rests on the site of a disastrous fire, which destroyed a restaurant
and newspaper office in the late 1980s. Sun Basin Plaza features water fountains, comfortable park benches, and a beautiful mural depicting animals and native vegetation.
CITY POINTS OF INTEREST 1. EPHRATA VISITOR CENTER
(509) 754-4656 112 Basin St. SW, PO Box 275, Ephrata, WA 98823 www.ephratawachamber.com
EPHRATA
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2. GRANT COUNTY HISTORIC MUSEUM AND VILLAGE
4. SPLASH ZONE COMMUNITY POOL
(509) 754-3334 742 Basin Street NW Ephrata, WA 98823 Open first weekend in May through September Daily 10am to 5pm, Sun 1pm to 4pm, Closed Wed.
(509) 754-3456 780 A Street SE Ephrata, WA 98823 Open early June through Labor Day Mon - Thurs, Noon to 6:30pm Fri - Sat, Noon to 6pm / Sunday 2pm to 6pm www.ephrata.org
This nearly four acre complex offers you a walk
through the past and into the bygone era of pioneer life with its authentic historic settings.
Ephrata’s Community Aquatic Center!
5. USDA SHRUB STEPPE INTERPRETIVE TRAIL
3. GRANT COUNTY COURTHOUSE (509) 754-2011 35 C St. NW Ephrata, WA 98823 www.co.grant.wa.us
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This 1917 structure evidences the classical revivalist style and is also on the National Historic Register.
This self-guided interpretive trail introduces visitors to the major plants in the shrub steppe environment along the Coulee Corridor.
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A walk through the past…in Grant County’s Historical Museum. Situated on nearly four acres, a complex of 38 buildings preserve the historical legacy of Grant County. The Historical Village comes to life at the Annual Living Museum – The second week in June and Pioneer Days – the last of September (contact the museum for details). PIONEER HOMESTEAD • ONE ROOM SCHOOLHOUSE • OLD SALOON • BLACKSMITH SHOP PIONEER LINE CABIN • DOCTOR OFFICE • DRUG STORE • DENTIST OFFICE • CHURCH • JAIL ORIGINAL GRANT COUNTY JOURNAL NEWSPAPER OFFICE • 1971 BURLINGTON NORTHERN CABOOSE • New Additions! OLD TIME GAS STATION • BIG BARN • AND LOTS MORE AT THE…
Museum Opens for 2020 Season May 2nd, 2020
GRANT COUNTY
GUIDED TOURS Daily until 4 pm OPEN DAILY 10 am - 5 pm Sundays 1 pm - 4 pm CLOSED WEDNESDAYS
742 BASIN STREET N.W. EPHRATA, WASH (509) 754-3334
Jake & Karen Maedke
BIKING THE BREEZY BURN TRAIL
community. The railroads brought homesteaders who
ephratabikes@gmail.com
DRIVER OPTION 16. SUMMER FALLS
Cyclists of all skill levels will find places to ride in
The water is a spectacular sight in the otherwise dry
open ranges and devised a plan to capture the wild
which makes them ideal for customizing a route of
coming from Banks Lake and plunging 165 feet over
begins and ends in Ephrata.
The small state park has picnic tables, grass and trees
Ride west on Sagebrush Flats Road, take a right on
only present during the irrigation season March to
BIKING IN GRANT COUNTY
Grant County. The country roads get little traffic,
and treeless area. Summer Falls is created by water
your own. A great ride to showcase the local scenery
a basalt cliff into the upper end of Billy Clapp Lake.
Johnson Road, right on Sheep Canyon Road, then
turn right on Road B to head back into town. (17.5
miles.) For a 25-mile loop, go as far as Road 23 NW before taking a right. Get going early to beat the heat, and be sure to bring plenty of water.
Where ever life takes you…
for a quite pause in your travels. NOTE: the falls are October.
found the desert fertile for crops. Ranchers and open
range horse owners foresaw the demise of the wide horses. In 1906, several hundred riders assembled at Ephrata to round up thousands of wild horses in what
became known as “Last Grand Roundup.” By that spring, approximately 5,000 horses were shipped via railroad from Ephrata to buyers in the east.
QUINCY
17. WILSON CREEK
The Quincy Valley can be regarded as the “Western
Wilson Creek serves the agricultural needs of family
located near the center of Washington State just 12
farms and local business in the surrounding
• FREE DELUXE HOT BREAKFAST • FREE WIFI & 24-HR BUSINESS CENTER • INDOOR POOL / HOT TUB / SAUNA • MICROWAVE, FRIDGE AND COFFEE MAKER IN ALL ROOMS • 24-HR GUEST LAUNDRY SERVICES
Gate to Grant County”. The community of Quincy is miles north of Ephrata on Highway 28. This beautiful
• HOT TUB AND EXTENDED STAY SUITES • MEETING SPACE / LIMITED CATERING • INDOOR CORRIDORS • RECENTLY RENOVATED • FREE TRUCK PARKING • EXPRESS CHECKOUT SERVICE
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Reservations (509) 754-7111 Toll-free (800) WESTERN 1818 Basin Street SW • Ephrata, WA
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SAGE-N-SUN FESTIVAL
offering a wide variety of shopping, dining and rec-
reational opportunities for the two million tourists
June 12-13
Car and Toy Show - Anything with Wheels
Begin your Ephrata experience at the Ephrata Cham-
Blue Jean Affair, Dinner/Awards
load up on pamphlets and brochures describing the area’s history and attractions. Then visit a variety of
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ANNUAL EVENTS Sage-n-Sun Festival & Parade
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EPHRATA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE (509) 754-4656 • 112 Basin St. S.W. / P.O. Box 275 Ephrata, WA 98823 www.ephratawachamber.com
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October 24
Miracle on Main St. Christmas Festival December 12 Ephrata offers a range of comfortable, clean, quiet motels and family campgrounds, tennis courts and
When you’re hungry try one of Ephrata’s fine eating
five city parks. Enjoy our small-town feel and friendly
scrumptious homemade hamburgers and pizzas to
access the myriad of activities Grant County has to
deli sandwiches, ice cream, soups and pies.
renowned Grand Coulee Dam.
establishments offering culinary delights from
people…all within an hour’s drive where visitors can
authentic Mexican and Vietnamese dishes, plus fresh
offer, including the Gorge Amphitheatre and the
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Quincy Aquatic Center
QUINCY
valley is framed by ridges which were formed by the
ice age floods, one of the largest floods in history. These floods left dramatic sheer cliffs, deep canyons
and ancient lakes and filled the valley with deep, fertile soil enriched by volcanic deposits. Today’s
farmers grow an amazing variety of crops including
apples, peaches, cherries, sweet corn, wheat, onions, potatoes and wine grapes. Local area restaurants and wineries take advantage of this bountiful valley.
Come to the Quincy Valley. Rest in luxurious resorts
or quiet hotels. Taste the bounty of the earth in quaint
restaurants, fruit stands and award winning wineries. Explore the remains of the ice age floods. Hike 56
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(509) 785-6262 gorgecamping.com
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(509) 398-0543 wildhorsecampground.com
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the breathtaking view offered by the Gorge Amphi-
theatre, an award winning outdoor music venue, or step back in time with a visit to the historic ReimanSimmons House and Pioneer Church.
Recreational opportunities abound in the Quincy
Valley including hiking, biking and rock climbing. Enjoy swimming, boating and other water sports with a visit to Sunland Estates or the Crescent Bar recreation area. Fishing and hunting play a major part of
recreation in the valley with abundant wildlife resources. Golfers will find several courses to choose
from ranging from a par-3 executive course to a full 18-hole course.
Visitors can discover how produce makes it from Quincy’s valley to their grocery stores by attending
the Farmer-Consumer Awareness Day held the 2nd
Saturday in September each year. Quincy Valley is truly a land of “Opportunities Unlimited”.
CRESCENT BAR RECREATION AREA (509) 754-5002 www.grantpud.org Grant PUD is in the middle of a two-year project to
make significant upgrades to the Crescent Bar area. A new marina, boat launch, day-use park, 55-site RV COU LEECO RRIDO R.CO M
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(509) 787-1304 (509) 787-1496 selectrentals.com
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(877) 787-5888 suitesatcrescentbayresort.com
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(509) 787-1304 selectrentals.com
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18. CITY OF SOAP LAKE (509) 246-1211 P.O. Box 1270 Soap Lake, WA 98851 www.soaplakecity.org Soap Lake is often called Washington’s health resort. Harry Hayter
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The mineral-rich waters of the lake, the therapeutic mud and desert climate make it a popular place for
visitors from Eastern Europe, who compare Soap Lake to the highly acclaimed Baden Springs in Ger-
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Soap Lake is often called ‘Washington’s health resort.’
Soap Lake is a carefree environment with small town ambience in an artistic, friendly community located in the heart of Washington State. The city hugs the southern shore of a renowned mineral lake that sits beneath a stunning backdrop of basalt cliffs and rim rock slopes at the southern end of the Grand Coulee, which makes for remarkable scenic drives. The area is a fishing and hunting paradise complete with RV parks welcoming campers at both ends of the lake.
The mineral-rich waters of the lake, the therapeutic mud and desert climate make it a popular place for visitors from Eastern Europe, who compare Soap Lake to the highly acclaimed Baden Springs in Ger-
There are several state designated resource lands that provide access for hiking and bird watching, and provide great opportunities for photographing unique geologic features and amazing wildlife.
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Just a short walk from your accommodations you can choose to savor a great meal at one of Soap Lake’s restaurants and take in the live music in the clubs or
Theatre, one of the longest running performing arts
amongst the numerous geo-caches in the area.
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sure to take along your GPS to find hidden treasures
April
Hydroplane Races
Lava Links Golf Open
the beach front outdoor amphitheater. Attend a live
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many and other health resorts along the Black Sea.
HIKING AND BIRD WATCHING Ancient Lakes, Northup Canyon, McCartney Creek
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theater performance in the impressive Masquers groups in Eastern Washington. Discover beautiful handcrafted gifts and the works of local artisans. Stroll the beaches or have a picnic in one of our lakeside family friendly community parks. Treat yourself to a stress reducing massage from one of our local health spas or sit, relax and delight in the 300 days of sunshine! Soap Lake is an ideal place to visit for a day or to stay for a lifetime. S OA PL A KEWA .GOV
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and used the lake water and mud for healing. The Masquers Theatre, one of the longest running performing arts groups in Eastern Washington, is located on Main Street.
19. HISTORICAL MARKER - “CALLING THE HEALING WATERS” MONUMENT Be sure to walk down to the lake and “feel” the water. You will learn why it’s called Soap Lake.
20. LAKE LENORE CAVES There are seven caves accessible by the maintained trail. The area abounds with other caves that are not on the established trail. These caves were formed during the
Montana floods 12,000 years ago when the area was inundated with rushing water from the glacial Lake Missoula as ice damming the lake melted. The caves are thought
to have been used by the Sinkiuse (sing-kee-ooz) Indians for habitat and storage. The Lake Lenore fish hatchery is across the road. Lake Lenore is home to the Lahontan Trout, a rare (not native) to the area trout, and offers great fly fishing during the early spring season. Rest rooms are across the highway at the fish hatchery.
21. LENORE / ALKALI LAKES WILDLIFE VIEWING Halfway between the highway and Lake Lenore Caves is an ADA accessible crushed
gravel trail to the north. Hike for 1/3 mile to an overlook that is an excellent spot for observing waterfowl and shorebirds.
22. HISTORICAL MARKER “THE CARIBOO CATTLE TRAIL” 23. BLUE LAKE RESTROOMS AND PICNIC AREA
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Coulee City lies within the bed of the great Grand26
to Pasco Coulee Dam and the Laser Light Show are just shy
fields of grain. This all-American community was plat-
Ice Age Floods is a few miles south of Coulee City,
oldest town in Grant County. It stands on what is
area. Many recreational lakes, campgrounds and
canyon or years later called McEntee’s Crossing of
habited wilderness McEntee would drive cattle over
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ANNUAL EVENTS FREE Kids Fishing Derby Open Fishing Season
April 18 April 25
Highlighter’s Art Club Western Art Show
May 22-24
event updates and additions.
Cool Cars at Coulee City Car Show
the Grand Coulee. A time when this area was uninthe middle pass and hundreds of miles north to Brit-
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Stand Rodeo is held each year over Memorial Day
Borah StFacebook “Coulee City Last Stand Rodeo”
One the oldest small rodeo of the PRCA (Professional Museum City Hall Rodeo Cowboy Association), the Coulee City Last Adams St
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Burke Ave
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Columbia Ave
Coulee City Junior Rodeo Christmas Tree Lighting Parade & Santa
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and hunting areas this country has to offer. Grand
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Summer Falls, the Lenore Caves, and Steamboat
Rock. Log onto www.couleecitychamber.com for
munity is rooted amongst some of the best fishing
Chamber of Commerce / Cariboo Trails Studio
May 22-24
parks dominate the area. Other highlights include
Sitting on the south end of Banks Lake, this rural com-
City Hall
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Last Stand PRCA Rodeo & Celebration
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away from the hustle and bustle of the city or just feel the call to “get back to nature” while hanging your hat by the campfire; the Coulee City area is where you’ll want to be. A perfect place to visit - not to mention a great place to live!
24. SUN LAKES STATE PARK & RESORT The Vic Meyers Classic Sun Lakes Golf Course is on
your left and a commercial RV/Camping area on your right as you travel down the hill to the park. This
3,710-acre park has a tree-shaded picnic area, swim-
ming, boat and paddle boat rentals, cabins, mini-golf, 9-hole golf course, restrooms, store and restaurant.
25. DRY FALLS VISITOR INTERPRETIVE CENTER
Harry Hayter
DRY FALLS OVERLOOK
(509) 632-5214 Dry.Falls@parks.wa.gov Dry Falls was created when glacial Lake Missoula, which covered much of the area now known as Western Montana, overflowed its ice dam. Evidence
indicates glaciers advanced and blocked the Clark Fork River as many as 85 times in the last 16,000 years
creating the large lake. The largest lake was formed
12,000-17,000 years ago, and its sudden draining produced the last and greatest flood. Scientists estimate the flood waters were once 300 feet above
one’s head. The eroded canyon is 3.5 miles wide and
Come experience the world’s largest High Definition T.V. (12’ x 30’) at the Dry Falls Visitor Center: parks.state.wa.us/251/Dry-Falls One of the most extraordinary landscapes found along the Ice Age Floods National Geologic Trail: www.nps.gov/IAFL
the small lakes are 400 feet below the rim. In com-
parison, Niagara Falls is one mile wide with a 165-foot drop. The interpretive center, along with an artist’s conception of how the area looked when the Columbia River flowed over the Coulee area, offers an
excellent video presentation on the geologic history of the area. This site is managed and maintained by
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• 55 sites with full-hookup facilities with 19 pull-thru sites • Many tent sites • Facilities include dump station • Most sites shaded - great setting for families • Public launching & docks • Deep water boat basin & breakwater
• Swimming area • Large playground • Clean restrooms & hot showers, including handicap accessible stall & shower (April - Oct) • NEW KIOSK ACCEPTS CREDIT/DEBIT CARDS
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26. COULEE CITY Coulee City Chamber of Commerce (509) 681-2018 PO Box 896 Coulee City, WA 99115 www.couleecitychamber.com The oldest town in Grant County is a regular stop on the Caribou Trail. The city park has campgrounds, day use area, swimming beach, a boat launch, and mooring docks inside a man made jetty.
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Geologists recognized that a large volume of water and ice had sculpted the dramatic landscape of canyons, buttes, dry cataracts, boulder fields and gravel bars when they first studied the vast Columbia Basin. They assumed the likely cause to be normal flooding
Then, 15,000 years ago the colossal floodwaters
quent years two geologists were instrumental in
Montana, Idaho, Washington and Oregon. The face
and erosion during the Ice Age. However, in subserevealing that it had been extraordinarily huge and powerful deluges that had shaped this region.
ended with the Ice Age leaving lasting marks across of the Northwest was forever changed.
to question who, if anyone, may have survived.
SHAPING GRANT COUNTY Much of the Ice Age Floods story is revealed in spec-
NEW DISCOVERIES
tacular and unusual landforms that are readily visible
America, Europe and Asia were repeatedly covered
In the late 1920s, J Harlen Bretz looked more deeply
can discover how the lake and the floods shaped the
feet in thickness. Periodic climate changes resulted
region, he was astounded by the colossal size and
Over the last two million years, large parts of North
with glacial ice sheets, at times reaching over 10,000
into this fascinating landscape. As he explored the
in corresponding advances and retreats of the ice.
distinctive characteristics of the landforms. He felt
About 20,000 years ago, a large finger of ice
normal floodwaters, but by massive flows of very fast
that they had to have been formed not merely by
by highway – and especially impressive by air. You
land when you visit locations such as Glacial Lake Missoula, the Channeled Scabland, Dry Falls, Palouse Falls and the Columbia Gorge.
Marked travel routes and new interpretive facilities
moving glacial water.
(forthcoming) are as elements of an Ice Age Floods
drainage, thus creating an enormous lake reaching
In 1910, another research geologist, Joseph T.
floods. In 2009, Congress passed legislation autho-
As the lake deepened leaks likely developed and
lake, “Glacial Lake Missoula,” in northwestern Mon-
release the full volume of the lake. This towering mass
50 feet high and 200-500 feet apart had formed on
dam, suddenly burst forth. It literally shook the earth
buildings were left behind; boulders the size of small
advanced into Idaho forming an ice dam at what is
now Lake Pend Oreille. It blocked the Clark Fork River
National Geologic Trail tracing the pathways of the
far back into mountain valleys of western Montana.
Pardee, had described evidence of a great Ice Age
enlarged causing the dam to fail suddenly and
tana. In 1940, Pardee reported that giant ripple marks
of water and ice, over 2,000 feet deep near the ice
the lake floor. Mountains of gravel as tall as 40 story
as it thundered across the Columbia Basin, moving
houses and weighing many tons were strewn about
at speeds of up to 75 miles per hour.
as though they were pebbles.
Great Glacial Lake Missoula may have emptied in two
Through the work of many other geologists, evi-
combined flow of all the rivers in the world. The
established that there were at least scores of Ice Age
carved areas of stark “scabland.” Flood waters carved
these were among the largest and most powerful
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It is probable that humans were indeed witnesses
(509) 632-5214 www.Dry.falls@parks.wa.gov
Floods. Archeological records date human presence
For information contact the Dry Falls Visitor Center.
or three days since the flow rate was ten times the
dence of multiple floods were discovered. It’s now
deluge stripped away soil, cut deep canyons and
Floods that swept across the Northwest. Some of
out more than 50 cubic miles of earth, depositing
freshwater floods that have ever occurred on earth.
some of it to create new landforms, while carrying
most of it far out into the Pacific Ocean. During the Ice Age, the cycle was repeated many times; the gla-
cial ice blocked the valley, the lake formed and the
ice dam failed, releasing another cataclysmic flood.
and victims of the immense power of the Ice Age
back to nearly the end of the Ice Age. But the raging torrents erased the land of clear evidence leaving us
rizing an Ice Age Floods Trail to be managed by the National Park Service. The trail will consist of a fourstate system of marked highway routes featuring significant landforms created by the floods.
ICE AGE FLOODS INSTITUTE www.iafi.org The Ice Age Floods Institute website includes a wide
range of information sources including displays, exhibits, guidebooks, videos and maps. Another Ice Age Floods website is www.hugefloods.com.
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28. BANKS LAKE
29. THE GRAND COULEE The upper Grand Coulee, 28 miles long, 1 to 5 miles
Lake Roosevelt through giant tubes. Banks Lake Is
renowned for its great fishing, boating, swimming,
formation of Banks Lake, the one-mile stretch of road
cost approximately one million dollars, a huge cost in 1948. The view from the road is one of defining scenes of the Coulee Corridor.
31. STEAMBOAT ROCK STATE PARK
(no lifeguards), bathhouse, concession stand, grassy
Banks Lake is a 28-mile long reservoir, which was
filled with water that is pumped up 280 feet from
then descend back to the floor. To accommodate the
ing. There is a sandy beach and sheltered swim area
bankslakegolfcourse.webs.com
Coulee and extends to Coulee City. The reservoir is
Grand Coulee to the top of the Coulee’s wall and
• Driving Range
(509) 633-1400
Basin, the reservoir starts just east of the city of Grand
Coulee allow Hwy 155 to raise from the floor of the
This 3200-acre park has swimming, hiking and boat-
• Nearby Accommodations
lamation to store water for irrigation of the Columbia
of Coulee City, huge cuts in the basalt walls of the
• Putting Green • Membership Packages (Yearly, Junior, 50-mile radius)
Columbia Basin. Created by the U.S. Bureau of Rec-
On Hwy 155, Mile Post 7, approximately 9 miles north
Phone (509) 633-1304 Toll-free (888) 226-7688 www.parks.wa.gov
• Outside Deck Area
filled in the 1950s to provide irrigation water to the
30. MILLION DOLLAR MILE
wide, is an 800 feet deep canyon carved by the Ice Age Floods 15,000 years ago. Driving along Hwy 155 you can enjoy this geologic marvel. There are scenic vistas, waterfalls in the early spring and the changing colors of the Coulee walls at different times of the day and in the different seasons. Banks Lake now fills the bottom of the Grand Coulee.
picnic area with playground equipment, and a won-
derful view of Banks Lake and Steamboat Rock. The two-mile trail that leads to the summit of Steamboat
Rock is right across the road from the parking area. This is rattlesnake country, so be on the lookout at all
times. Year-round reservations for individual campsites are available (Park Fees).
32. NORTHRUP CANYON EAGLE VIEW SITE Phone (509) 633-1304 Toll-free (888) 226-7688 Eagle Viewing: December - March Located east off of SR 155 at mile marker 19, directly
across from Steamboat Rock State Park Rest area. The site has parking, restrooms, interpretive signage and trails. To reach the Eagle Viewing Area, take the one mile gravel road to the parking lot. Walk past the gate
approximately 100 yards. You will find a gravel trail
on the left that ascends the small hill to the Eagle View Site. Look east across the canyon towards the rim and you may see Bald Eagles roosting in the
pines and fir trees December through mid March.
and wildlife viewing. The marina offers great walleye fishing and annual bass tournaments.
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ANNUAL EVENTS Triple Fish Challenge Colorama Festival
April
Mother’s Day Weekend
Sunbanks Spring Blues Festival
May
Koulee Kids Fest
June
Festival of America
July 4
Harvest Festival
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festival and Pro West Rodeo on Mother’s Day weekend, or listen to the blues with semi-annual rhythm & blues festivals in May and September. Go on a hiking
Incorporated in 1950, Electric City offers outstanding
adventure at Northrup Canyon, view the unique Ice
camping and generally enjoying the wonderful east-
the big city for a while.
recreational activities like fishing, boating, climbing, ern Washington climate. Located just a few miles from the Grand Coulee Dam and Lake Roosevelt numerous opportunities exist to enjoy yourself. Electric City is a beautiful place with beautiful people.
Electric City offers year round fishing, an 18-hole golf
course, access to miles of lakes for water sports, and
a wide variety of camping, lodging and RV facilities
like Steamboat Rock State Park, Sunbanks Resort, Coulee Playland, and the lakefront SkyDeck Motel.
Age Flood geology, or just relax and get away from
Are you the outdoorsman who likes to hunt? From September through March the Electric City area offers unparalleled hunting opportunities encompassing many acres of state and federal land that offers free hunting. No matter if your in pursuit of fur, feathers horns or scales, the area has much to offer a dedicated sports-
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Come and tour the historic Grand Coulee Dam, “the
relaxation, Electric City is waiting just a few hours
the warm summer weather, attend the Colorama
accessible by air or small aircraft.
largest concrete structure in the United States”. Enjoy
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35. NORTH DAM PARK Located between the towns of Electric City and
Grand Coulee; enjoy a walk across North Dam on the paved roadway (ADA accessible). Look to the left of
the road and you will see the canal that is used to fill Banks Lake. Enjoy a picnic (ADA accessible tables)
and view the Gehrke Windmills, ADA accessible restrooms are available.
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36. GRAND COULEE / GRAND COULEE DAM Grand Coulee Dam Area Chamber of Commerce Phone (509) 633-3074 Toll-free (800) 268-5332 17 Midway Ave. Grand Coulee, WA 99133 www.grandcouleedam.org Grand Coulee Dam and Visitor Center (on SR 155). View the dam at various view points, then pull into
the Visitor Center (lots of parking, including RVs) to
learn about this National Historic Treasure. View dis-
plays and watch movies about Grand Coulee Dam or take a guided tour (open year round). From Memorial
Day weekend through September nightly, watch the
world’s largest laser light show on the face of Grand Coulee Dam as water cascades down the face of the Dam, the laser show tells the story of the Columbia
River, Grand Coulee Dam and the Columbia Basin
Irrigation Project. Contact (509) 633-9265 for more information about the project.
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(509) 633-3655 kingscourtrv.com
Phone (509) 633-3074 chamber@grandcouleedam.org www.grandcouleedam.org Sneak a peek of the mid 1930s government camp on this walking tour of historic Coulee Dam. Walk across
the Coulee Dam bridge and read about the construction of Grand Coulee Dam, then walk the north side of the Bridge and learn about the geology of the
Grand Coulee Dam Area, and the Ice Age Floods that carved the topography of the inland northwest. See
the machinery used to construct the Dam. Enjoy three city parks, with playground equipment, picnic areas and restrooms.
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The Grand Coulee Dam community offers the largest
At the north end of Banks Lake in the Upper Grand
ington. The massive Grand Coulee Dam forms the
recreational opportunities, motels, campgrounds
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feel deceived when you realize it.
All this sits at the center of three huge lakes: Banks Banks Lake Lake, Lake Roosevelt, and Rufus Woods Lake. Lake Roosevelt stretches 150 miles north to Canada and offers the National Park Service’s Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area, with parks, camping, fish-
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and the friendliness of our area. In all, the area offers
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hundreds of miles.
While enjoying the beauty of the Coulee Walls, check out3the dining, accommodations, shopping, hiking
provides both a stunning visual panorama for the
casual visitor and unparalleled boating experiences. tA ve
provides the irrigation source for crops, and fur-
cational exhibits. And the dam itself is so large you’ll
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Triple Fish Challenge
Come to the Coulee, the gem of the corridor and a es
Columbia River that forms many of the area’s lakes,
and restaurants. The Visitor Center at the Grand
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backbone of the economy and the beauty for the
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and most popular tourist attraction in Eastern Wash-
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internet access direct phones / voice mail
Located 4.5 miles from Coulee Dam, 1/2 mile past
mile marker 34, on Highway 155. A great view of the
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coffee service in all rooms
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guest laundry
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view rooms / balcony
Look to your left after mile marker 36 (just past Bel-
all non-smoking rooms
(509) 633-1101 (800) 715-7767
air conditioned across street from the casino
110 Roosevelt Way Coulee Dam, WA
vedere). Out in the field you will see the “root diggers” busy at work. These metal look-a-likes display a tradition of harvesting wild carrots, camus, wild potatoes and bitter roots.
43. TRIBAL HEADQUARTERS AND AGENCY CAMPUS (509) 634-2200 or (888) 881-7684 P.O. Box 150 Nespelem, WA 99155 www.colvilletribes.com The Tribal Agency Campus (Mile marker 42), the
Best View of Grand Coulee Dam – See the Laser Light Show from Across the Street!
A-framed headquarters building, sits next to the tiny Skolaskin Church, named after Chief Skolaskin (1839-
1922), a respected prophet and medicine man who
predicted the earthquake that shook the area in 1872. The Church was moved from the village of
Whitestone to avoid being destroyed when the
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in campgrounds. The Colville Confederated Tribes
Need to get the “driving kinks” worked out? Take an
visitor facilities. Visit the National Park Service web-
enjoyable walk or bike ride along the 6.5-mile Down
River trail (packed gravel surface). The trail follows the east bank of the Columbia River/Lake Rufus Woods below Grand Coulee Dam with scenic views
and the Spokane Tribe also have campgrounds and
visitor center.
37. LAKE ROOSEVELT NATIONAL RECREATIONAL AREA
Outside the church is a weathered tree trunk with a
human figure carved into it. This figure, like others
found on trees in the Okanogan Valley, is spiritual and used for showing direction. Across the road from
site: www.nps.gov/laro or call (509) 633-9441. If you
the Tribal Headquarters is the site that hosts the
Crest Drive.
Encampment. The powwow features dance contests,
are in the area, drop by the NPS bookstore at 1008
and wildlife observation. Vault toilets strategically
located along the trail. Maps can be secured at the
Coulee Dam flooded the valley.
38. COULEE DAM The town of Coulee Dam boasts a history rich in stories building of the mighty Grand Coulee Dam. From the well-planned engineer’s town, to moving an entire section of Mason City to make way for the
Rent a houseboat or visit one of the 28 NPS camp-
construction of the third powerhouse, Coulee Dam
around Lake Roosevelt. The sites vary from fee camp-
explored. Start at the Dam’s Visitor Arrival Center and
beaches, and interpretive programs to primitive boat
museum.
grounds located along the 660 miles of shoreline
holds a vast treasure of information just waiting to be
grounds with major facilities, picnic areas, swim
follow the pictorial signs on the bridge and walking
annual Fourth of July Nespelem Powwow and singing, drumming, stick games and arts and crafts.
44. NESPELEM / CHIEF JOSEPH MEMORIAL SITE REST AREA Following the exile to Oklahoma after the Indian wars, the remainder of the Chief Joseph Band moved
to the Colville Reservation. Chief Joseph lived here until he passed away in 1904 sitting outside his
teepee. The framed historical marker sits along the
right hand side of Hwy 155 in the town of Nespelem.
45. COYOTE CREEK REST AREA AND CAMPGROUND After mile marker 54, you will come to a rest area and day use campground. Learn the story of Coyote and
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lars on your left and see if you can find the Coyote perched there looking for Gofer.
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shade trees. The 72-acre park also features a swim-
Okanogan County Junior Rodeo
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Friendly OK Car Show
May
at the Omak Performing Arts Center, catch a movie
Farmer’s Market
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ming pool, play areas, tennis and basketball courts, soccer, baseball and softball fields, horseshoe pits, a
skate park, fitness and riverside trails, river access for
flat-water boating, and picnic areas. Civic LeagueMain Ave Park in downtown Omak features a play area, band-
Keller Ave OMAK STAMPEDE AND WORLD FAMOUS SUICIDE RACE
(800) 933-6625 www.omakstampede.org
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June
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Western & Native Art Show Omak Stampede & Suicide Race
August Boat 13-16
Omak Warrior Stampede Obstacle Race Ramp August Okanogan County Fair
September Steelhead Bay
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Orchards in Bloom Half Marathon & 10K
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of a long list of activities available in our ‘backyard’.
Okanogan Valley Orchestra & Chorus Concerts
local wines while out at some of our great fine dining
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the Okanogan Valley is no exception. Stop in to taste
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47. ST. MARY’S MISSION HISTORICAL MARKER
Mary’s grew into a junior college complete with dor-
After mile marker 54, you will come to a rest area and
buildings. Today, the old Mission buildings stand in
day use campground. Learn the story of Coyote and his wife, Gofer (or what the locals call) Coyote
Canyon. Once back on Hwy 155 N, a mile up from the campground is the canyon, look to the rock pillars on
your left and see if you can find the Coyote perched there looking for Gofer.
mitories, hospital, museum, a band and baseball team. A 1919 fire destroyed the original college
front of newly constructed school facilities and is known as Pascal Sherman Indian School – the only Indian boarding school in Washington State.
49. OMAK LAKE Omak Lake, located on the reservation of the Colville
with the Colville Confederated Tribes for use and permit requirements.
50. OMAK The city of Omak is abound with cultural and recreational opportunities. Omak Park, located on the winding banks of the Okanogan River, is the site of the famous Omak Stampede, first formally held here in 1933 is a traditional event of the tribes and local community.
48. ST. MARY’S MISSION / PSIS SCHOOL
Confederated Tribes is located about 7 miles off the byway. Omak Lake is the largest saline lake in Wash-
Omak is also the confluence of the Okanogan Trails
A French noblemen turned priest, Etienne DeRouge,
beach. The public beach and boat access are located
US 155 through many historical, cultural, and natural
Chief Smitkin in 1886. From a single log cabin, St.
lake are accessible only to tribal members. Check
erated Tribes.
S.J., established St. Mary’s Mission at the request of
ington and includes public fishing access and a
and Coulee Corridor. The Coulee Corridor traverses
at the north end of the lake. Most other areas on the
qualities on reservation land of the Colville Confed-
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51. OMAK CHAMBER OF COMMERCE & VISITOR CENTER Phone (509) 826-1880 Toll-free (800) 225-6625 www.omakchamber.com Located in the center of Okanogan County, Omak is the heart of North Central Washington. Situated on the Okanogan Valley floor, city limits straddle the Okanogan River, which forms the western boundary of the Colville Indian Reservation. The Greater Omak Area has been both home and gathering place to the local native community. Formerly known as ‘Omache,’ Omak was first settled in the 1800s. Homesteaders and settlers arrived, and began to prospect and farm. In 1907, Mr. Ben Ross laid out twenty acres of his farm into lots, which were rapidly purchased for a mere $25.00 a piece. Omak became an incorporated city in 1911 and Mr. Ross short-platted a final 14 acres in 1924, completing the transition from farm to community.
OMAK STAMPEDE MUSEUM (509) 826-1935 410 E. 2nd Ave Omak, WA 98841 Open Memorial Day weekend - Labor Day weekend Features memorabilia and historical items spanning the years since the Stampede’s inception in 1933. Renowned local artist Smoker Marchand created the Spirit Horses steel sculpture in front. Located next to the Visitor Information Center in Eastside Park.
52. NAMING OF THE ANIMALS MONUMENT This monument, created by the Colville Tribal Artist’s Association, is located near the Omak Visitor’s Center. The tiles, created by the school children on the reservation, represent their interpretations of the story “Coyote and the Colville,” a book published by St. Mary’s Mission and John Andrist in June 1971.
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53. OKANOGAN CITY Incorporated in 1907, the City of Okanogan (an Indian word meaning “rendezvous”) is adjacent to
the Okanogan River in north-central Washington
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river boat launch, a municipal airport and the Okanogan Bingo Casino are a few other attractions
Okanogan has to offer. Okanogan is also ATV friendly, with a trail to Conconully!
state, 50 miles south of the Canadian border, 140
Okanogan’s downtown’s historical buildings include
kane. Okanogan is centrally located in Okanogan
Church, Post Office, First Bank of Okanogan Building,
miles east of Seattle and 100 miles northwest of SpoCounty, the 3rd largest county in the continental United States at 5,281 square miles.
the Okanogan County Courthouse, United Methodist Blackwell Building, the Baines Building, and the Cariboo Inn.
The City of Okanogan is the central hub of Okanogan
Being the central hub, from Okanogan you can take
many shops and restaurants are adorned with Frank
way. On this route there are many hunting, fishing,
County. Okanogan’s historical buildings that house
Matsura photos that captured life in the early Okano-
gan. Motels, a sports-plex, city parks, a public pool,
Highway 20 west to the scenic North Cascades High-
camping, and hiking areas. The Loup Loup Ski Bowl, which offers 1200 vertical ft. of downhill skiing and
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Historical Omak Historical Museum
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snowboarding, is located on this highway. Also from the Loup Loup there is access to many miles of cross country ski trails and a snowmobile park.
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Eighteen miles northwest of us is Conconully State
54. OKANOGAN COUNTY HISTORICAL MUSEUM
route. On the ATV route there are many spots of inter-
A stroll down 2nd Avenue in Okanogan today is simi-
county seat). The new 12 Tribes Resort Casino is
buildings, including the firehouse located at the
Park, you can travel by car or take our ATV approved est including the China Wall and Ruby (the original
lar to the experience in the early 1900s. Historic
located just up Highway 97 and offers gaming, a first
Okanogan County Historical Museum and the
Schaller building, still depict the architectural style of the early days of Okanogan. Murals of Frank Matsura’s photographs taken between 1903 and 1913 are displayed throughout the downtown area on brick buildings.
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