TRAVEL GUIDE TO MOSES LAKE, WA
Moses Lake is in unique Grant County Washington. Believe it or not, Grant County has over 120 miles of shoreline along Moses Lake and the Potholes Reservoir. The city is located close to the Columbia National Wildlife Refuge, home to a large number of migratory birds and other animals native to the area. Potholes Lake is part of the Potholes State Park and is a popular vacation destination for swimming, boating, and fishing. If you're into off-road adventures, the Moses Lake mud flats and sand dunes are for you. It is a great place for four-wheel adventure ATVs and camping.
Let us help you get the most out of your Moses Lake getaway with our travel guide and tips. Find out more below:
- Best time to visit
- How to get there
- Travel requirements
- Getting around
- Highlights and travel tips
- Suggested itineraries
- Recommended Hotels
BEST TIME TO VISIT
Best time to visit Moses Lake is during the spring and summer months. Most like offers plenty of outdoor adventures including off roading, camping and boating with plenty of sun and warm weather.
- Spring - Moses Lake hosts an annual spring festival on Memorial Day weekend and beginning of June. Check out the large number of fishing contests and golf tournaments.
- Summer - summer months offer plenty of sunny warm weather to enjoy all the outdoor parks and recreation around Moses Lake. Check out the large number of fishing contests and golf tournaments held throughout the season.
HOW TO GET THERE
Moses Lake is located near the center of Washington State, with Interstate 90 as the primary highway into the area.
GETTING AROUND
Moses Lake does offer public transportation. It would be recommended with the many parks and lakes around Moses Lake to have your own vehicle to be able to travel and explore the vast area.
HIGHLIGHTS AND TRAVEL TIPS
There are several great reasons why you should put Moses Lake on your travel bucket list:
- Grant County Fairgrounds - Grant County Fair starts in the middle of August
- Moses Lake farmers market - open from May until October on Saturdays 8 AM to 1 PM
- Moses Lake Museum and Art Center - the museum is home to the Adam East collection of Native American artifacts, local history exhibits, fine art and a giant Columbian mammoth metal sculpture.
- Surf ‘N Slide waterpark - waterpark is open from Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day weekend
- Moses Lake sand dunes
SUGGESTED ITINERARIES
Moses Lake is a great spring and summer location with good weather and warm temperatures. It would be recommended for a weekend getaway. Great for playing on the lake during the day and enjoying great food at night. In the winter, there are plenty of skiing, ice skating, and other outdoor activities to enjoy.
RECOMMENDED HOTELS
Here is a list of the hotels we have found in this area:
- Ramada by Wyndham Moses Lake
- Wingate by Wyndham Moses Lake
- Best Western Plus Lake Front Hotel
- Inn at Moses Lake
- Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Moses Lake
- Comfort Suites Moses Lake
- Holiday Inn Express & Suites Moses Lake, an IHG Hotel high
