05/28/2026
Lake levels at Lake Roosevelt could rise quickly in the next couple of weeks, as much as 10 feet!
Lake Roosevelt is a working reservoir, so lake levels can fluctuate within a matter of hours. Lake level elevations can range between 1208 feet and 1290 feet over the course of the year. As lake levels rise, more boat launches will be available during the summer along Lake Roosevelt. Double check that lake levels are high enough at your preferred boat launch before hauling your boat.
Higher lake levels also mean less shoreline. If you plan to shoreline camp via boat over the next few weeks, make sure your campsite is set up far away from the water on dry ground. Keep an eye on your boat if it is anchored to the beach!
To check current lake levels, visit NOAA at https://water.noaa.gov/gauges/gcdw1 or call the Bureau of Reclamation at (800) 824-4916.
Boating at Lake Roosevelt: https://www.nps.gov/laro/planyourvisit/boating.htm
Shoreline camping at Lake Roosevelt: https://www.nps.gov/laro/planyourvisit/boat-camping.htm
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Image: A white motorboat with black awnings moves through reflective blue lake water. There are three people on board the boat. In the background, rolling tan hills spread along the landscape and puffy white clouds decorate a pale blue sky on a sunny day.
