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Contents Descriptions Location Park Lake is located in Sun Lake State Park along Highway 17 in the Grand Coulee Corridor of North Central Washington State. See the map provided on this page for the exact location and how far it is from some major population centers in the Pacific Northwest. Conditions The weather and the scenic dry basalt cliff lined Grand Coulee are major attractions. The summer can be 100 plus degrees. Fall and summer are a mixed bag of unsettled weather patterns. Warnings This lake like most lake has its wind at times. As the water level drops during the hot months there are rocks underwater to watch out for. Bees, hornets and wasps lurk along the shoreline gathering mud etc. When launching from the shorelines here beware possible stings. In the past on banks the record was about 6 stings in the feet in a couple of minutes while putting the water. Can be ticks in the bush along the shoreline. Rattlesnakes call the lake shoreline home as well. Paddle route This is a very casual place to put-in and kick back and relax when the weather is good. Possible place for family paddling and introducing newbies to the fun. If up for it the paddle south to where only a little land separate Park Lake from Blue Lake, around the lake shore, can be a good time. At the south end like the north end of the lake there are reeds and other plants where more animal life might be seen or heard. Going down the east side of the lake there is a road/trail called Park Trail which starts in the vicinity of the picnic point parking and possible launch sites. The lake features some small islands that can be fun to paddle around and check out from the craft. Nature There are some waterfowl, herons and other birds out and about on Park Lake. Spring and fall bring more birds for birding possibilities. Conclusion This is a nice place for family and friends to camp and paddle spring, summer or fall. Kewl place to camp and listen to the cicadas serenade after a day of paddling Park Lake or other lakes in the area.
Contents Provisions There are some provisions like food and firewood in the camp store in Sun Lakes Resort. Coulee City is about 7 miles. There is food and fuel in Coulee City and along Highway 2 on the east side of town. Soap Lake is about 18 miles. There is food and fuel available. Otherwise this is a great place to camp if you don't mind the gravel so bring what you need to eat etc.
Contents Accommodations Sun Lakes State Park offers camping under giant locust trees but on gravel. No tents allowed on the grass. This park is extremely popular in the summer. Reservations are important on weekends and possibly other times during the summer. Sun Lakes Resort a concession next door to the camping area offers cabins, RV parking. For some budget camping, cabins, yurts, RV and hostels, check out Paddle Heaven's Coulee Corridor map and Coulee Corridor page of links as well as Paddle Heaven's Camping cabins and more.
Contents Additional Information  Deliverance rating. Banjo music here and the crazy bells don't ring during the off season at least. Peak season is very busy here.Tranquility Ranking One way to up the tranquility rank besides taking Valium, until a National Day of Silence, no fossil fuel noise, try hearing protection. Off season is very pleasant. Peak season brings hordes of sun worshipers to the Sun Lakes State Park. Fishing Reports, Stocking Reports & Fish Counts from the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife. Things your need to know. Read Me disclaimer, warnings, paddle at your own risk.
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See some of the weather conditions in Washington State by viewing Web Cams in diffefrent locaitons before you head out paddling.
Approximate distance from:
Link to Topographic Map of the area from the USGS Store
GPS: 47.589564,-119.391781
Region: Coulee Corridor
Overall rating:
4 paddles.
Launch rating:
5 paddles.
Parking: Free parking in Sun Lake State Park. Washington State public lands parking permit
Highlights: Scenic, camping, sunshine.
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Last Update: 03.09.11 1:25pm