Banks Lake Banks Lake, part of the Columbia Basin Project, was created by building two rock-faced, earthfill dams at the north and south ends of the Ice-Age channel of the Columbia River, now known as Grand Coulee. The reservoir is 27 miles long with 27,000 water surface acres. Fishing opportunities for smallmouth bass, largemouth bass, yellow perch, rainbow trout, walleye, kokanee, black crappie, bullhead, and whitefish. Developed camping facilities are also available. Call 1-800-452-5687.
Bennington Lake - Mill Creek Bennington Lake is located in southeastern Washington minutes from historic downtown Walla Walla, Washington's oldest city. Enjoy beautiful views of the northern Blue Mountains and the open space surrounding the Lake. Bennington Lake, while small, offers plenty of fun, safe, and relaxing times. Fishing, hunting, horseback riding, day hiking, and wildlife viewing are some of the popular recreation opportunities available. Walk, roller blade, or ride a bicycle on the paved path along Mill Creek or have a picnic at Rooks Park. Tour local wineries and taste the world famous Walla Walla Sweet Onions (summers only). Take a short trip to the Whitman Mission National Historic Site and Interpretive Center just west of Walla Walla along Highway 12. There are no camping facilities at Bennington Lake. Gasoline powered motors are not allowed on the lake. Walla Walla provides many amenities with interesting features and cultural activities to enjoy.
Billy Clapp Lake Billy Clapp Lake is formed by Pinto Dam which is part of the Columbia Basin Project. Lands around the 1,010 acre lake are included in a wildlife reserve program. Access is limited. Summer Falls State Park, on the north end of the lake, is open for day use. The Department of Wildlife provides public access and the only boat ramp at the south end. Angling opportunities include yellow perch, crappie, rainbow trout, and walleye. Fishing season year-round. No campground.
Boundary Dam Primitive camp sites (i.e., about 4) in a forested setting along the shoreline of the Pend OreilleRiver. This stretch of the river is one of the most scenic inthe State of Washington if not the Northwest. It is typifiedby the precipitous rock walls descending 100 to 200 feet tothe river. One can see elk, bear, deer and many otherforms of wildlife along the shoreline. Visitors can fish forrainbow trout as they drift down the river in a raft or boat.
Bumping Lake Bumping Lake Dam and Bumping Lake, features of the Yakima Project, are located in the Cascade Mountains east of Mount Rainier National Park about 29 miles northwest of Naches, Washington. Good access to this 1,300-acre reservoir via Washington State Highway 410. Fishing opportunities for kokanee, salmon, and rainbow trout.
Chief Joseph Dam And Rufus Woods Lake The visitor center features a view within the nation`s largest straightline powerhouse as well as interpretive displays. Bridgeport State Park, including the Lake Woods Golf Course, is adjacent to the project.
