Potholes State Park
Washington

Potholes State Park

Available Activities
  • Hiking
  • Camping
  • Swimming
  • Fishing
  • Boating
  • Bird Watching
  • Paddling
  • Winter Sports
Verified by America’s State Parks Editorial Team – Updated February 2026

Potholes State Park is a desert oasis—181 campsites, 5 cabins, and a massive 14,000-acre reservoir teeming with walleye, bass, and perch in eastern Washington’s sagebrush landscape!

Camping & Cabins

AccommodationDetails
Standard Sites121
🔌 Full Hookup60 (RVs to 50ft)
🏠 Cabins5
🚿 FacilitiesHot showers, dump station

Fishing Paradise

FishNotes
🐟 WalleyeYear-round favorite!
🐟 Largemouth BassExcellent structure
🐟 Perch & CrappieAbundant
🌨️ Ice FishingWinter when frozen!

Desert Lake Boating

5 boat launches + 60ft dock on the 14,000-acre Potholes Reservoir. 50,000 trout stocked annually!

FAQ

Is this really a desert?

Yes! Eastern Washington’s high desert—sand dunes, sagebrush, and a massive oasis lake!

🏜️ Washington’s Desert Oasis

Reserve at WA State Parks.

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Last updated: February 20, 2026

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