You will find a quiet picnic and camping recreation site surrounded by rocky ledges along the northeast side of Coffeepot Lake. More than 900 acres bordering the lake are managed for wildlife habitat as well as recreational opportunities.
Activities include fishing, boating, picnicking, camping, wildflower viewing, wildlife/waterfowl viewing, photography, and natural history appreciation.
The year-round recreation site has a graveled boat launch, fishing dock, 7 campsites each with a picnic table and a fire ring. One accessible vault toilet is located onsite, but no services are available. Campsites can fill quickly in the spring, especially during weekends March through May.
Know Before You Go:
- Coffeepot Lake Recreation Site is open year-round and on a first-come, first-served, no reservation basis.
- There is no potable water nor garbage service available; please pack it in and pack it out.
- Check Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) fishing regulations for fishing season and special gear rules at Coffeepot Lake.
- Beware of rattlesnakes, especially beginning in May through October.
- Due to changeable lake water levels, during any period of drought conditions, boaters can check the Spokane District website, or call (509-536-1200), for updates on availability of the boat launch and dock.
- When recreating on public lands, please practice Leave-No-Trace Principles.
Point of Interest:
Fishing enthusiasts at Coffeepot Lake are likely to find rainbow trout, largemouth bass, yellow perch, yellow bullhead, black crappie, and sunfish.