Potholes State Park
Notice: Burn Ban Level 2 — details
- Status
- Open (per official listing)
- Entrance fee
- $10 per dayAnnual pass available
- Day-use reservations
- None mentioned
- Dogs
- Dogs allowed
- Camping
- YesAlso cabins
- Official site
- parks.wa.gov(509) 346-2759
Official page last checked Oct 29, 2026. How we keep this current
Current alerts 2
Fire restriction Burn Ban Level 2Wood fires restricted to fire pits in designated areas. Gas and propane allowed. Charcoal may be restricted.
Posted by the park 2026-09-25. Official alert
Alert GeneralO'Sullivan Site - The current burn ban is Level 2. Gas and propane self-contained stoves and portable gas and propane fire pits are allowed.… (more)
O'Sullivan Site - The current burn ban is Level 2. Gas and propane self-contained stoves and portable gas and propane fire pits are allowed. Charcoal and wood fires are allowed. Wood fires are only permitted in designated fire rings. Perch Point - The current burn ban is Level 3. Gas and propane self-contained stoves and portable gas and propane fire pits are allowed. No charcoal or wood fires allowed.
Posted by the park 2026-10-02. Official alert
Overview
Potholes State Park is a 771-acre park in Grant County, about 11 miles south of Moses Lake.
Popular activities here are horseback riding, canoeing and kayaking, boating, swimming, and wildlife watching. Water access includes a boat ramp. For overnight stays there are campsites (tent sites and showers). Roofed lodging includes cabins.
Hours
Park, gate, office and facility hours are listed separately because they often differ. Alerts above override normal hours.
| Facility | Days | Hours | Season |
|---|---|---|---|
| Other — Summer | Daily | 6:30 a.m. – sunset | — |
| Other — Winter | Daily | 8 a.m. – sunset | — |
Official wording
Summer: 6:30 a.m. - Dusk
Winter: 8:00 a.m. - Dusk
Winter Schedule: Learn about seasonal closures and operational changes during the off-season on the Winter Schedule page.
Source: official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Times are local to the park (America/Los Angeles).
Fees and passes
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Discover pass: Annual Pass | $45 · year |
| One-day Pass | $10 |
| Watercraft Launch Fee | $7 · boat |
| Trailer Dump Fee | $5 |
| Overnight Unattended Vehicle Fee | $10 |
Official wording
Discover pass: • Annual Pass: $45 • One-day Pass: $10 • Watercraft Launch Fee: $7 for the day • Trailer Dump Fee: $5 per use • Overnight Unattended Vehicle Fee: $10 per night
Washington park passes
- Discover Pass (annual) — $45. Day-use vehicle access to state parks (and DNR/WDFW lands) Details
- Discover Pass (one-day) — $10. Day-use vehicle access for one day Details
From the Washington state guide. Confirm which passes this park accepts.
Reservations
- Day use
- No day-use reservation requirement mentioned
- Booking system
- Camis (washington.goingtocamp.com)
- Phone
- (888) 226-7688
We link to the official booking system rather than showing live availability, which changes minute to minute.
Pets
Dogs allowed
Dogs Allowed on Leash • Dogs Allowed on Leash
Service animals are generally permitted where pets are not. Check with the park for specific areas.
Camping
Camping Camp under the stars at a campsite or cabin, camping is only allowed at designated sites. Maximum site length is 50 feet, with limited availability. If volleyball is your game, bring your equipment, we have the nets. Camping amenities listed: Accessible Campsites, Showers, Trash Service, Trailer Dump
From the official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Site counts and prices can change; confirm when booking.
Cabins and lodging
- Potholes Cabinshttps://parks.wa.gov/find-parks/state-parks/potholes-state-park/potholes-cabins
Rentals: Potholes Cabins
Things to do
Wildlife viewing and birdingBoatingCampingFishingHikingCanoeing and kayakingSwimmingPicnickingHorseback ridingBiking
Boating and paddling
Boating Fishing on Potholes Reservoir is open year-round with fish cleaning stations available May 1 - Sept. 30. During the summer, enjoy waterskiing, kayaking and paddleboarding.
Amenities
Facilities
- Restrooms
- Showers
- Drinking water
- Picnic areas
- Picnic shelters
- Playground
- Restaurant or food service
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
Water
- Boat ramp
Camping
- Tent camping
Lodging
- Cabins
Accessibility
- Accessible restrooms
- Accessible campsites
✓ listed by the park · ✕ the park says it is not available. Anything not shown here isn’t mentioned by the official source — that means unknown, not unavailable.
Accessibility
- Accessible campsites
- Accessible restrooms
Accessible facilities listed: Accessible Campsites, Accessible Restrooms, Accessible Parking
Official accessibility information
Conditions change. Contact the park to confirm specific accessible features before your visit.
Rules and permits
• Dogs Allowed on Leash Winter water supply is located at the trailer dump station area. Campground restrooms and day use area restrooms will remain open. Camping is not permitted next to the reservoir. Water levels on Potholes Reservoir fluctuate dramatically from spring to fall. Metal detecting is not allowed.
Getting there
- Address
- 6762 Highway 262 East
Othello, WA 99344 - Nearest town
- Moses Lake — about 11 mi south (straight line)
- Coordinates
- 46.9806, -119.3417
- Phone
- (509) 346-2759
- potholes@parks.wa.gov
Nearby state parks
Sources and freshness
- Washington State Parks — park page — last checked Oct 29, 2026
- Washington State Parks Find Parks directory (paged Drupal view), joined to WSPRC ParkBoundaries ArcGIS layer for coordinates/category
- Wikidata
- USGS PAD-US 4.1 (boundary and acreage)
“Last checked” is when our system last read the official source. No change has been detected since this page was first published. Hours, fees and rules can change without notice — confirm with the park before you go. Methodology