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Moses Lake, Moses Lake, WA

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Moses Lake

· Moses Lake, WA

Why you should go…

The City of Moses Lake promotes its own community as a water-recreation destination in Washington's arid Columbia Basin, about ninety minutes from Spokane. The lake has more than 120 miles of shoreline for boating, fishing and swimming, and nearby attractions include the Moses Lake Sand Dunes and Potholes State Park. The city's visitor information office markets local parks, lodging and events.

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Good to know

General sightseeing guidance

Habits that pay off across this whole category, not rules for this one venue. Always check the official site for the specifics.

  • The forecast is part of the ticket

    Haze, low cloud, and rain flatten a view. Clear-day visits are worth rearranging your plans for.

  • Golden hour sells out first

    Sunset slots at observation decks and cruises are the first to go, so book those further ahead.

  • Dress a layer warmer

    It is always breezier up high and out on the water than it feels at street level.

  • Timed entry is common

    Plenty of landmarks release tickets in windows rather than at the door, so check before you walk over.

What's around here?

The closest stops to Moses Lake, ordered by straight-line distance. A few more like it, plus some different kinds of fun so you can build a full day.

  • Sightseeing
    Local Gem

    Grant County

    Free

    Central Washington county with lakes, sand dunes and the Grand Coulee Dam nearby.

    14 mi awayMore like this

  • Theatre & Events
    Iconic

    The Gorge Amphitheatre

    $50+

    See concerts and music festivals at an outdoor amphitheatre set above the Columbia River, with camping next to the venue.

    31 mi awaySwitch it up: Theatre & Events

  • Sport & Outdoor
    Outdoor Adventure

    Cascade Loop

    Free

    A 440-mile scenic driving loop through the North Cascades linking Wenatchee, Leavenworth, Chelan and Whidbey Island.

    49 mi awaySwitch it up: Sport & Outdoor

  • Sport & Outdoor
    Outdoor Adventure

    Wenatchee Outdoors

    Free

    Nonprofit trail and recreation guide connecting visitors to hiking, biking and outdoor info across the Wenatchee Valley.

    49 mi awaySwitch it up: Sport & Outdoor

  • Attractions
    Family Favorite

    Slidewaters

    $25–$50

    A lakeside water park in Chelan with ten slides, a lazy river and a surf wave pool.

    57 mi awaySwitch it up: Attractions

  • Sightseeing
    History Buff

    Grand Coulee Dam

    Free

    See a mile-long concrete dam on the Columbia River, tour the visitor center and watch a summer laser show.

    58 mi awayMore like this