Known for its harsh seasons and desert climate, Eastern Washington is home to many lakes that are used during the summer season for families and vacationers looking to partake in various water and outdoors activities. Along these lakes are a number of resorts that cater to those looking to enjoy the summer before the harsh winter comes along.
Located on the Banks Lake near the Grand Coulee Dam, the Sunbanks Lake Resort offers numerous stay options amidst the 27 miles of lakeshore beauty. From there resort there is access to a boating dock, camping spots, water sports, and hiking. For those looking to stay onsite, there are several stay options. The Lakeview Villas can fit up to 12 guests and are the newest addition to the resort grounds. The Lago Del Sol Villas are Spanish style condominiums that can fit up to four people for those looking for an intimate stay.
For those looking for a more rustic atmosphere, the Water Edge Cabin provides an outdoorsy feel right on the edge of the lake. The cabins can fit up to six people. The South Peninsula Cabins can fit up to five individuals. These cabins are raised off the ground to maximize the views of the surrounding areas. Finally, there is the Tent & RV sites which allow for an outdoors stay of up to six people per site. The Sunbanks Lake Resort is open year round.
Sunbanks Lake Resort
57662 HWY 155N
Electric City, WA 99123
888-822-7195
sunbanksresort.com
Klink’s Williams Lake Resort is a seasonal complex open from April to September on Williams Lake, thirty miles from Spokane. The resort grounds contain cabins for those who wish to stay indoors as well as RV and camping sites. There are five types of cabins to stay in. The Konakee and Brook Cabins are new additions to the resort and are larger with two beds, a mini kitchen and a bathroom.
The Kamloon cabin contains only one queen sized bed along with a kitchen and bathroom. The Rainbow and Cutthroat cabins are sleeping cabins only with only a bed and a mini kitchen. It is requested that visitors bring their own bedding to the resort. For those wishing to engage in any number of water sports, there are boat rentals available. Klink’s is home of Klink’s on the Lake, a casual dining experience with food created by Chef Jamie Lombardi. Throughout the summer season there are numerous events including fishing derbies and holiday activities.
Klink’s Williams Lake Resort
18617 W. Williams Lake Road
Cheney, WA 99004
509-235-2391
klinksresort.com
At the foothills of the Selkirk Mountains on Loon Lake lies the Shore Acres Resort. Containing cabins and RV sites, the resort is designed for those wishing to enjoy themselves on the four mile long lake. There are numerous cabin options available for guests. They can pick and choose which exact cabin they would like on the Shore Acres website.
Each cabin can fit from four to eight people. All are either one or two bedrooms with kitchenettes and bathrooms. A weekly rate is available. A marina is connected to the resort site for boat launchings and rentals. There is a golf course nearby as well as numerous hiking and backpacking opportunities.
Shore Acres Resort
41987 Shore Acres Road
Loon Lake, WA, 99148
509-233-2474
shoreacresresort.com
