I enjoy camping. I am not a fan of sleeping outside in a tent, but I do enjoy the outdoors. My husband is aware of this fact, so few years ago he bought an RV. That was one of the smartest things that he has done in our marriage history.
Camping in Washington has, by far, the most beautiful scenery around. Washington RV camping is a great experience for anyone to have. It gives the freedom just to pick up and go. All your supplies are already packed in your RV. You can just get up and go.
When we are blessed with the sun in the summer, Washingtonians love to go out in the water. Our main festival that we look forward to every year is Seafair. It’s the Northwest’s largest festival in Washington.
Washington watersports is a big pastime, especially when we get to actually see summer. The most popular sport that takes place at Seafair is the hydroplane races on Lake Washington. There are different events that you can take part in as well. Events are as follows, The Milk Carton Derby, the Seafair Triathlon, Fleet Week, and the Torchlight Parade. All of the events are fantastic.
Niagara Falls has nothing on Dry Falls. The three and a half mile long precipice known as Dry Falls is ten times the size of Niagara. In fact, Dry Falls is thought to be the greatest waterfall that has ever existed. At the end of the last ice age, flooding on a tremendous scale rushed water at 65 miles per hour through the Upper Grand Coulee and over the 400-fot Dry Falls.
The flood covered parts of Washington, Oregon, and Idaho in hundreds of feet of water in a matter of days. Eventually, the ice sheets that blocked the Columbia River, creating the flood, melted and the river returned to its normal size and course. The Grand Coulee and Dry Falls have been left as geological evidence of the tremendous flood. Visitors to Eastern Washington resort areas often make the trip to witness fantastic views of the Dry Falls at Sun Lakes State Park. Admission is free.
If you’re looking for a scenic kayaking trip that’s not too difficult to navigate, then you’ll want to check out the Old Devils Lake Trip on Banks Lake. I found the route in the book Adventure Kayaking: Inland Waters of the Western United States. The trip is six miles long and can be completed in three hours.
During this Eastern Washington kayaking adventure you’ll witness all the beauty of a high-desert lake. You’ll want to paddle near Steamboat Rock, a peninsula that juts out into the lake. The basaltic cliffs are gorgeous to behold. When the journey is complete, be sure to check out the visitor center at Dry Falls or Lenore Caves.
Summer for many means hitting the shore. While most people think of the ocean, I prefer to head to the lake, Banks Lake, to be precise. The lake accommodates all sorts of water activities that are family friendly.
By far the best Eastern Washington boating site, Banks Lake accommodates party barges, fishing boats, jet skis and more. My kids love knee-boarding and wake-boarding day in and day out. Those who prefer to stay closer to shore can enjoy swimming or fishing from the lake shore. Even those who want to stay dry can appreciate the beauty of the lake from the many hiking and bike trails that ring the perimeter.
When I lived back east, my friends and I used to rent a beach house for a week in August. Now that the original group of friends is scattered around the country it’s been more difficult to coordinate vacation time. I recently decided that our summer vacation tradition is worth reviving, only this time I’m arranging for my friends to spend a week with me lakefront in Eastern Washington.
I’ve rented one of the five bedroom Banks Lake villas. The villa sits right on the lake and the large first floor decks provide spectacular panoramic views. In addition to all the water sports and outdoor adventures we can have, we can also enjoy each other’s company watching movies on satellite television, cooking meals in the spacious kitchen, and sipping wine by the fireplace. The villa also comes with a washer, dryer, and dishwasher which will make cleaning up after ourselves a lot easier. I can’t wait for my friends to get out here for the epic return of our summer vacation tradition!
This past summer I wanted to take our family on a vacation to Eastern Washington. I had visited Banks Lake a few years prior and thought it would be a great location to spend some quality time with the family before the hectic schedules of the fall began. Last time I visited, I had camped out, but with three kids, a husband, and a dog in tow, I felt it would be easier to stay in a cabin.
Fortunately, the resort complex we stayed in had waterfront cabins that sleep six comfortably and are pet friendly. The amenities offered in the Eastern Washington cabins suited our needs just fine and the views from the front porch were spectacular. A heated propane grill was provided, so we spent a lot of time grilling and eating outdoors, taking in all of nature’s beauty. During the day there were all sorts of water activities and hikes to be done. All in all, it was a memorable trip.
Camping has long been a favorite of families everywhere for developing better relationships and building stronger family bonds. When you camp with your family you face the elements together without the familiar comforts of home. These circumstances help develop teamwork and problem solving skills. They’re the perfect opportunity to encourage innovation and resourcefulness in your children and loved ones.
Banks Lake camping is no exception. When you camp on Banks Lake you’re camping in one of the most geologically rich areas on the planet. Its unique geography and the history of its formation make it perfect for exploration, learning and fun. As part of the Columbia Basin Project the lake is located in the northern portion of the Grand Coulee, a formerly dry coulee formed by the cataclysmic Missoula Floods of the Pleistocene epoch. The area boasts not only an exciting story of creation but also a luxurious and relaxing vacation spot.
The holidays are here and that means it’s time to get our shopping done. If you’re like me then you have a long list of friends, family and loved ones to shop for. Sitting in traffic, navigating huge crowds and standing in line all come with the territory and they can make holiday shopping a real chore. Luckily, though, there are a lot of great ideas out there that don’t involve dealing with the standard holiday shopping fare.
Give the gift of a quality vacation and you’ll be giving the gift of fun and relaxation. When the warmer months arrive we’ll all be aching to get back outside and enjoy the warm weather, the bright sun and the fun of our normal outdoor activities. Banks Lake in Washington continues to be a favorite vacation spot for hikers, boaters and outdoor enthusiasts of all kinds. Banks Lake boating is an exciting and rewarding experience for all those who take the time to enjoy it. Take the time to give a gift they’ll remember for the rest of their lives and you’ll be glad you did.
We all need a week or at least a few days to relax now and then, and when choosing the location for relaxation, it’s important to features with cost. Most people can’t afford the ridiculous prices luxury hotels charge for suites, but with some good choices, people can find a great location for relaxation that doesn’t break the bank. First of all, avoid booking rooms in expensive hotels. While these rooms look beautiful and have all kinds of contemporary comforts, for the price of one night it’s possible to stay for three or four days elsewhere. Instead of hotels, look at resorts, lodges, and bed and breakfast locations. For example, Sunbanks Lake Resort offers first-rate accommodations and gives you access to a host of outdoor activities. When shelling out a lot of cash, make sure that the services the location provides at least match the needs for fun and relaxation. Just purchasing a place to sleep while intending to go elsewhere for relaxing activities doesn’t make much sense.
Time can also be a factor in choosing a getaway. Far fewer people will be traveling in the autumn and winter, and it’s possible to save a lot of money as resorts, lodges, and bed and breakfast locations discount their rates to attract customers.
