Steamboat Rock State Park
Washington State Park
Write a Review 51052 Hwy. 155 Electric City, WA 99123 509-633-1304 Reservations: 888-226-7688 Official WebsiteGPS: 47.855, -119.1298
Overview of Steamboat Rock State Park
Last Price Paid: $50
Reported by randy on 2/27/2024
Longest RV Reported: 38 feet (Fifth Wheel)
Reported by JB on 9/3/2020
Number of Sites 162
Pad Type asphalt
Reservations yes
Elevation 1,574 ft / 479 m
Max Length 50 ft
Tent Camping Yes
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Reviews of Steamboat Rock State Park 19 people have reviewed this location.
“Great park on Banks lake”
Reviewed 9/3/2020
Nightly rate: | $70 |
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Days stayed: | 2 |
Site Number: | 34 |
We enjoyed our stay at steamboat and would definitely stay here again. A couple of things to note: 1. firewood is stored in a box near the bathrooms and is an honor system. However, the firewood goes very quickly so I would advise getting some early or just buying some at the Safeway in town. 2. Cell service is very spotty. Other revie... more
We enjoyed our stay at steamboat and would definitely stay here again. A couple of things to note: 1. firewood is stored in a box near the bathrooms and is an honor system. However, the firewood goes very quickly so I would advise getting some early or just buying some at the Safeway in town. 2. Cell service is very spotty. Other reviews said ATT gets 3 bars but that’s simply not the case. We got 1 bar on ATT and 1 bar on Verizon’s extended network which wouldn’t even send texts reliably. As with most state parks, there is no WiFi. If you rely on internet or phone during your stay, you’ll have to go into town 15 mins away to get reliable cell service.
gmcelroy would stay here again
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“Very nice state park”
Reviewed 9/3/2020
Nightly rate: | $56 |
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Days stayed: | 2 |
Site Number: | B21 |
RV Length: | 38' (Fifth Wheel) |
The park was expensive for a state park, but it had full hookups and lots of space between sites. All campsites are walking distance to the beach. Pay showers, clean bathrooms. The park seemed newer. They are even building a new campsite, so this place has a ton of space. The BAY campground did not have as many trees, but the othe... more
The park was expensive for a state park, but it had full hookups and lots of space between sites. All campsites are walking distance to the beach. Pay showers, clean bathrooms. The park seemed newer. They are even building a new campsite, so this place has a ton of space. The BAY campground did not have as many trees, but the other 2 loops looked to have ample shade, though I'm uncertain on those hookups.
The Steamboat Rock trail is a must. One of the best hikes I have ever done.
Plenty of room for big rigs
Playground was closed, maybe because of "pandemic"
JB would stay here again
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“Great Facilities ”
Reviewed 6/14/2020
Nightly rate: | $50 |
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Days stayed: | 2 |
Site Number: | 50 |
A wonderful place for all family members - adults & kids.
We were hoping to work remote to extend our stay but only had 1 bar RTT (voice only) on Verizon. Just be aware and plan to be offline when you’re here.
We will return!
Shurd would stay here again
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Reviewed 9/26/2019
Nightly rate: | $40 |
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Days stayed: | 2 |
Site Number: | B12 |
RV Length: | 25' (Class C) |
Really nice park. B section has new washrooms etc. Bit expensive
Minnie would stay here again
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“Beauitful Autumn Color”
Reviewed 9/20/2018
Nightly rate: | $40 |
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Days stayed: | 3 |
Site Number: | 24 |
RV Length: | 31' |
This was our first time camping in this park, but we will return. It was perfect. The bike and walking trails are sweet with breathtaking lake views. We had deer and wild turkey come into camp and the weather was sweet, mostly sunny but with a little rain and wind. It was Autumn so we expected a little weather. The only problem th... more
This was our first time camping in this park, but we will return. It was perfect. The bike and walking trails are sweet with breathtaking lake views. We had deer and wild turkey come into camp and the weather was sweet, mostly sunny but with a little rain and wind. It was Autumn so we expected a little weather. The only problem that we had was that we could not have a campfire and we brought food for cooking over a fire and had to adjust to cooking inside. We love sitting around a campfire at night, so it was disappointing. On the other hand we do not want to be responsible for fires in the park. It would be a true sin for this beautiful park to be destroyed . . . so not having a fire was okay :) Also the area had sandy beaches everywhere and although the water was very cold it was perfect for kayaking.
Steve & Connie would stay here again
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“Great place to play on the lake”
Reviewed 8/10/2017
Nightly rate: | $45 |
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Days stayed: | 3 |
Site Number: | 86, 75 |
RV Length: | 32' (Fifth Wheel) |
Our first site 86, has a great view of the water, with close, easy access to a good beach for boats/watercraft. And it has a nice shade tree, not all them do, watch out for the sprinklers! Site 75 was near by but not facing the water and about 75 yards further from the water. Would have liked to stay in our first spot, but the park i... more
Our first site 86, has a great view of the water, with close, easy access to a good beach for boats/watercraft. And it has a nice shade tree, not all them do, watch out for the sprinklers! Site 75 was near by but not facing the water and about 75 yards further from the water. Would have liked to stay in our first spot, but the park is nearly always booked solid in the summer. Currently there are 3 areas but it looks like they're putting a fourth. This popular park can use it. Both sites had full hook-ups with 20-30-50 amp power.
Jarhead6433 would stay here again
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“This is for adults what Sun Lakes S.P. was to us as kids”
Reviewed 7/17/2016
Nightly rate: | $17 |
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Days stayed: | 3 |
Site Number: | 14 |
Steamboat Rock State Park (Grant County, Washington) is on a peninsula extending into Banks Lake near the Grand Coulee Dam, and is my favorite campground in Eastern Washington. It is the opposite of nearby Sun Lakes State Park -- with its "herds" of chubby kids with inflatable seahorses running like lemmings back and forth to Park Lak... more
Steamboat Rock State Park (Grant County, Washington) is on a peninsula extending into Banks Lake near the Grand Coulee Dam, and is my favorite campground in Eastern Washington. It is the opposite of nearby Sun Lakes State Park -- with its "herds" of chubby kids with inflatable seahorses running like lemmings back and forth to Park Lake, the small campsites, and the general crowding. Steamboat Rock is lush, spacious, has trails to little pockets of rock formations like the Magic Rocks we had as kids and, mercifully, places for the kids to be entertained apart from the camping area. Relax, climb the "Rock" with its view of the Grand Coulee Area, and enjoy the grandeur of this area. For more info click on http://campeverycountywa.com/campgrounds-by-county.html
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“Cool location at the base of Steamboat Rock”
Reviewed 5/9/2016
Nightly rate: | $35 |
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Days stayed: | 1 |
Site Number: | A-19 |
RV Length: | 23' (Travel Trailer) |
Lovely spot along Banks Lake. Nicely designed park with three distinct loops, clean restrooms and spacious sites. There are lots of activities to keep visitors busy— hiking, water sports, fishing. Beautiful views, lots of wildlife like Canada geese, wild turkeys, marmots and eagles. Don't miss hiking up to the top of the Steamboat ... more
Lovely spot along Banks Lake. Nicely designed park with three distinct loops, clean restrooms and spacious sites. There are lots of activities to keep visitors busy— hiking, water sports, fishing.
Beautiful views, lots of wildlife like Canada geese, wild turkeys, marmots and eagles. Don't miss hiking up to the top of the Steamboat Rock. Dicey footing but well worth the rewarding views at the top! A few miles south are the Lenore Lake Caves which are cool, too.
Two downsides: the coin-operated showers. 50 cents for 3 minutes, which is ridiculous considering the already high "shoulder season" rates; the redundant, cryptic check-in process which includes having to use a special yellow telephone and the overly-complex variable rates of the Washington state parks system. If you can overlook these, then you'll have a great visit here!
Chris&David would stay here again
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“Great access to Banks Lake, hiking to Steamboat Rock. ”
Reviewed 4/7/2015
Days stayed: | 1 |
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RV Length: | 23' (Travel Trailer) |
This is an expansive state park campground on the shores of Banks Lake. We stayed here on what had to have been one of the hottest days of the summer in 2012. And not being boaters or into water sports, we found ourselves without much to do. It was too hot to hike in the desert. Too hot to fish. All we could do was take occasional dips... more
This is an expansive state park campground on the shores of Banks Lake. We stayed here on what had to have been one of the hottest days of the summer in 2012. And not being boaters or into water sports, we found ourselves without much to do. It was too hot to hike in the desert. Too hot to fish. All we could do was take occasional dips in the lake.
If you're in to water sports, this is the park for you. There's a marina for launching bigger boats and numerous beaches and access points where you can swim and launch smaller personal watercraft (like rafts and canoes).
Banks Lake is surrounded by scablands, basalt cliffs, and sagebrush. There's Steamboat Rock, which is the most prominent basalt feature in the park. It's an uphill hike to the top through the scablands. Watch out for rattlers.
The campground offers something for everyone; full hookup sites to tent sites and everything in between. It can get noisy in the summer with families and loud boats.
Mike S would stay here again
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Amenities
Hookups
- 30 Amp
- 20 Amp
- water
- dry camping
- sewer
- Full Hookups
Recreation
- boat ramp
- fishing
- picnic area
- playground
- recreation trail
- swimming beach
- water access
Site Amenities
- big rig
- fire ring
- picnic table
Facilities
- dump station
- group sites
- restrooms: flush
- showers
- trash
- water available
Pets
- pets
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