Steamboat Rock State Park
Notice: Burn Ban Level 2 — details
- Status
- Open (per official listing)Daily 6:30 a.m. – sunset
- Entrance fee
- $10 per dayAnnual pass available
- Day-use reservations
- None mentioned
- Dogs
- Dogs allowed
- Camping
- YesAlso cabins
- Official site
- parks.wa.gov(509) 633-1304
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 GeneralJones Bay and Osborn Bay Campgrounds Level 3 Burn Ban- Gas/propane self-contained camping stoves and portable gas/propane fire pits allowed. No… (more)
Jones Bay and Osborn Bay Campgrounds Level 3 Burn Ban- Gas/propane self-contained camping stoves and portable gas/propane fire pits allowed. No charcoal or wood fires allowed.
Posted by the park 2026-06-16. Official alert
Overview
Steamboat Rock State Park is a 5,143-acre park in Grant County, about 10 miles southwest of Coulee Dam.
Things to do include rock climbing, horseback riding, canoeing and kayaking, boating, and swimming. Water access includes a swimming beach and a boat ramp. Overnight options include campsites, with tent sites and showers. There are also cabins for rent.
Hours
Park, gate, office and facility hours are listed separately because they often differ. Alerts above override normal hours.
| Facility | Days | Hours | Season |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park | Daily | 6:30 a.m. – sunset | — |
Official wording
6:30 a.m. - Dusk year round
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 |
| Overnight Unattended Vehicle Fee | $10 |
| Watercraft Launch Fee | $7 · boat |
| Trailer Dump Fee | $5 |
Official wording
Discover pass: • Annual Pass: $45 • One-day Pass: $10 • Overnight Unattended Vehicle Fee: $10 per night • Watercraft Launch Fee: $7 for the day • Trailer Dump Fee: $5 per use
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
Campsites range from primitive to full hookups and cabins, accessible restrooms and showers are available. Camping is open year-round, reservable April 1 to Oct. 31. Maximum site length is 50 feet (limited availability). Pull through sites available.
Equestrian campground
A reservation is required for an equestrian site at Northrup Canyon. To make a reservation, call (509) 633-1304.
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
- Steamboat Rock Cabinshttps://parks.wa.gov/find-parks/state-parks/steamboat-rock-state-park/steamboat-rock-cabins
Rentals: Steamboat Rock Cabins
Things to do
BikingWildlife viewing and birdingBoatingCampingFishingHikingHorseback ridingCanoeing and kayakingRock climbingSwimmingPicnicking
Trails
| Trail | Length | Difficulty | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trails | — | — | Hike to the top of Steamboat Rock, through a trail of columnar basalt rock. Explore a surface area of 600 acres and enjoy views of Grand Coulee and the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest. Hike through Northrup Canyon to view the remains of a historic homestead and more. |
Trail descriptions from the park
Trails
Hike to the top of Steamboat Rock, through a trail of columnar basalt rock. Explore a surface area of 600 acres and enjoy views of Grand Coulee and the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest.
Hike through Northrup Canyon to view the remains of a historic homestead and more.
Boating and paddling
Boating
Spend your day on Banks Lake, using one of the seven watercraft launches at three locations with 320 feet of dock. A marine portable toilet and fish cleaning stations are available.
Amenities
Facilities
- Restrooms
- Showers
- Drinking water
- Picnic areas
- Playground
- Park or camp store
- Parking
Water
- Swimming beach
- Boat ramp
Camping
- Tent camping
Lodging
- Cabins
Recreation
- Horse trails
Accessibility
- Accessible restrooms
- Accessible campsites
- Accessible trails
✓ 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 trails
Accessible facilities listed: Accessible Campsites, Accessible Restrooms, ADA Boat Launch, Accessible Parking, Accessible Trails
Official accessibility information
Conditions change. Contact the park to confirm specific accessible features before your visit.
Rules and permits
- Dogs Allowed on Leash
- Horses Allowed
Northrup Point watercraft access operates 24 hours a day.
Crown Point stays open until the conclusion of Grand Coulee Dam’s laser light show.
Mosquito control occurs in the mornings as weather permits, as required by the Grant County Mosquito District.
Getting there
- Address
- 51052 Highway 155
Electric City, WA 99123 - Nearest town
- Coulee Dam — about 10 mi southwest (straight line)
- Coordinates
- 47.8659, -119.1276
- Phone
- (509) 633-1304
- steamboat.rock@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