Splash in Soap Lake and camp beneath the trees on a trip near Wilson Creek.
An hour and a half west of Spokane, Wilson Creek offers a chance for a quiet camping retreat amid Washington state nature. Private campsites in the area include rustic tent and RV camping on an off-the-grid working farm, where campers can book hayrides and flower arranging sessions. Creekside camping spots offer hiking and fishing respites away from the crowds. Head to nearby Soap Lake for more relaxation and a soak in the mineral waters, then stay overnight at the full-hookup RV resort complete with laundry facilities and wifi. Day trips around Wilson Creek include hiking in Summer Falls State Park, where a trail winds up and behind the falls, as well as fishing and ice-fishing for walleye, yellow perch, and rainbow trout in Banks Lake. Finish with a visit to Spring Canyon and stay at campgrounds on the shores of Lake Roosevelt for easy access to swimming, boat launches, and the Grand Coulee visitor’s center.