Lake Wallula
Lake Wallula, located in northeastern Oregon and southeastern Washington along the Columbia River, provides for water fun and relaxation. Up-lake near the junction of Highways 12 and 730 in Washington is an area known as Wallula Gap where the canyon narrows. Wallula Gap is the site of colorful Indian lore and is a place where interesting natural phenomena occurred during an ancient catastrophic event known as the Great Missoula Floods.
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One mile east of Umatilla, OR, on Highway 730, and take the McNary Dam Road.
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Important Information
This zone has a bear box for shared food storage. It requires solid human waste be packed out. Waste bags for this purpose may be obtained at permits offices.
Facilities
HOOD PARK Campground
List of CampsitesOverview
Hood Park is located on Lake Wallula in eastern Washington. The lake is formed by McNary Lock and Dam on the Mid-Columbia River.Lewis and Clark camped two miles downstream at the confluence of the Snake and Columbia Rivers, which is now the location of Sacajawea State Park.
Visitors enjoy camping, fishing, boating, hiking, picnicking and swimming.
Recreation
The lake provides great boating and swimming opportunities, and a boat ramp is provided for guests.Fishing is also a popular pastime, and anglers will find excellent salmon and steelhead fishing on the lake.
Facilities
Hood Park offers 67 family sites and one day-use group picnic shelter, all with electric hookups.Natural Features
The campground is situated along the banks of the lake, offering sweeping views. Campers enjoy relaxing in the shade of the mature trees throughout the park.Nearby Attractions
The McNary National Wildlife Refuge is adjacent to the park. It provides habitat for migrating waterfowl, bald eagles, shorebirds and other wildlife. Nature trails and an environmental learning center are open to the public.Sand Station Recreation Area Facility
This recreation area is part of Lake Wallula
Pacific Salmon Visitor Information Center Facility
This recreation area is part of Lake Wallula
Columbia Park Facility
This recreation area is part of Lake Wallula