Potholes State Park Campground
Open year-round. Current Level 1 burn ban in effect allows fires in designated fire pits and grills. Perch Point area under Level 3 burn ban with no wood or charcoal fires permitted. Sites 12-16 have a sewer obstruction; campers must use the dump station for black water disposal.
Heat Advisory issued July 21 at 11:44AM PDT until July 23 at 9:00PM PDT by NWS Spokane WA
* WHAT...Hot temperatures with daytime highs in the 90s Tuesday and mid 90s to near 100 Wednesday and Thursday. This will pose a moderate to major risk of heat-related illness. * WHERE...Portions of North and North Central Idaho and Central, East Central, North Central, Northeast, and Southeast Washington. * WHEN...Until 9 PM PDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Wednesday will likely be the hottest day with widespread moderate and major HeatRisk. Limited overnight relief expected across the lower elevations Wednesday and Thursday mornings with low temperatures in the mid 60s to mid 70s.
Air Quality Alert issued July 21 at 12:16PM PDT by NWS Spokane WA
An Air Quality Alert has been issued by the following agencies: Washington Department of Ecology Spokane Regional Clean Air Agency An Air Quality Alert continues for Spokane, Ferry, Lincoln, Okanogan, Pend Oreille, and Stevens Counties, effective immediately through Wednesday, July 22nd at 9 AM, due to current and expected wildfire smoke from regional fires. Particulate matter (PM2.5) levels are expected to range in the Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups and Unhealthy categories. In Eastern Okanogan County near active wildfires, air quality may reach Very Unhealthy to Hazardous levels. When air quality is Unhealthy, everyone should reduce exposure. Limit time outside, avoid strenuous activity, and follow tips for cleaner indoor air.
Air Quality Alert issued July 20 at 12:03PM PDT by NWS Spokane WA
An Air Quality Alert has been issued by the following agencies: Washington Department of Ecology Spokane Regional Clean Air Agency An Air Quality Alert has been issued for Spokane, Ferry, Lincoln, Okanogan, Grant, Pend Oreille, and Stevens Counties, effective immediately through Wednesday, July 22nd at 9 AM, due to current and expected wildfire smoke from regional fires. Particulate matter (PM2.5) levels are expected to range in the Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups and Unhealthy categories. In Eastern Okanogan County near active wildfires, air quality may reach Very Unhealthy to Hazardous levels. When air quality is Unhealthy, everyone should reduce exposure. Limit time outside, avoid strenuous activity, and follow tips for cleaner indoor air.
About
Potholes State Park occupies 640 acres of desert terrain along Potholes Reservoir in Grant County, Washington. The reservoir and surrounding pothole lakes were created when O'Sullivan Dam was built in 1949, forming a popular warm-water fishery stocked with bass, walleye, perch, and crappie. The campground offers 60 full-hookup sites for RVs and 61 standard sites for tents and smaller rigs, plus five cabins. The park features flush restrooms with showers, a dump station, drinking water, and a boat launch with dock access to the reservoir. Each campsite includes a picnic table and fire ring. The surrounding sand dunes and marshlands attract migratory birds, making this a notable birding destination. Activities include fishing, waterskiing, swimming, hiking, and wildlife photography. Camping is restricted to designated sites only. Camping directly next to the reservoir is prohibited. The park operates year-round, though water activities are most popular from late spring through early fall when reservoir levels and temperatures are favorable.
Directions
From Moses Lake, take I-90 west to exit 179 (Mae Valley/Dodson Road). Head south on Dodson Road, then turn west on Highway 262. Continue approximately 11 miles to the park entrance on the left. From Othello, head west on Highway 26, then north on Highway 262 for about 18 miles.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | Yes |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | Yes |
| Water Hookups | Yes |
| Sewer Hookups | Yes |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $12 - $87.06 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 40ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 40ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | Yes |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (888) 226-7688 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
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