Clear Lake Recreation Area

This is the place for families with young children. There is large covered areas to get out of the sun, big sandy beach that leads you to a safe roped off water play area. Boats, kayaks, etc. are available for rent. The fish had a few small fish and lots of turtles. A snack shack offered burgers, fries, soda and ice cream treats. I dry tent camped that offered porta potties. I opted to walk the 1 mile loop to the flushing toilets with showers. The restrooms/showers were in poor condition and dirty, there is nothing else to do in the area, the park was heavily populated with birthday parties, day visitors and every RV camp space was occupied. There was a group of 5-6 young people in their 20's, driving fast, playing music loudly, cussing, drinking, and carrying on in the same camping area as me. Another nearby camper told me they are the same group that was there the weekend before and did the same activity into very late hours. UGH. Not my scene, I enjoy camping, hiking, and watching wildlife. This place was a zoo, but a dream for younger people.

Just overnight for us on our way to JBLM from Malmstrom, AFB, MT. Very conveniently located off I-90 so easy in and out. The place seems to be frequented by regulars gathering under the big trees in front of the RV sites. Boat ramp in the other end and few cottages are for rent. Very busy when we got in and the check in office is a bit tricky to to find at first. We parked up top and walked down hill to check in. Luckily I did not drive my 5th wheel all the way down there. We like the location but it’s a bit rundown, very tight spaces and you can smell the dump tank vents every where. So we did not hoop up our sewer hose and waited until we arrived in the next campsite. For longer stay I would recommend reserving the very end spot. But all the utilities works so we got our AC running and have our hot showers.

Wound through the toolies forever to get here only to find it closed. No notifications on website. October 4, 2019

Just a overnighter for us. Great views. Very convenient near I-90, but you don’t hear it at all. Grounds appear to be overused, lots of dirt in the rv area. Parking is on an asphalt pad. Could use gravel or paving. Posted 5 MPH which most observe but dusty! Goose poop everywhere makes the grassy area tricky. But it’s beautiful area for picnics. Lots to do here if you’re into watersports. Only 30 Amp. RV spaces are tight but got in with no problems. Probably designed in the 60-70s with the small trailers in mind. I didn’t try to extend my awning, but our neighbors had theirs out....18” from our slide. Nice staff. Upon arrival, staff and I were the only three wearing a mask around the vicinity of the office. I’d stay here again. Nearly all spots taken so call in advance for reservations.

We stopped by to check out the Clear Lake Recreation Area and have lunch. Jim and Judy were very friendly and informative. They also make a great hamburger in the snack bar. With a good variety of watercraft for rent, this location makes for a wonderful vacation spot. Prices are still very reasonable. The RV sites were a bit close together, but all sites have a good view of the lake. I wish I had planned this trip better and had the time to take a pontoon boat for a day on the lake. Highly recommended!

Yes the spaces are tight, but lots of room behind your rig to hang out plus tables and fire rings. Yes there are a lot of geese, it's nature, deal with it. Price is good for what you get, however, I wish they had laundry facilities available. The closest laundromat is in Cheney (6 miles). The guy parked next to me had so much stuff in his space that he could have lived there forever. Outdoor kitchen, tables and a trailer for all his stuff. Seriously, fully equipped kitchen, fridge, hot and cold water to sink, grill and stove top. Don't know how he got away with it, guess he's pretty high up the COC to disregard all the rules. Anyway, nice lake and not terribly crowded on the weekend. Bonus that Spokane Riverfront Park is not far.

First the good: Checking in was very easy and staff is friendly and accommodating. Tuesday and Thursday, all recreation equipment is 1/2 off, a great value. Now for the not-so good: There is no parking “out of the way” when checking in. It would be nice to give you your site number when you make a reservation so one could just go to their assigned site, back in and then go into the office to do the paperwork. The sites are very tight so you had better like your neighbor. There was a lot of trash laying around and several sites with paper and even garbage all around their trailers. No one seems to care about enforcing the rules concerning keeping you site clean. We didn’t see anyone doing litter picking the whole time we were there. The kids driving around emptying the garbage cans drove very fast and seemed to be playing more than working. The 5 MPH is not enforced so a lot of dust is kicked up. Did not use the bathrooms but when I looked in and they were terrible. There is no way I would ever use those showers. At times, very poor, surging water pressure. I would stay here again but would try to get a site at the end of the row.

Nice Gravel and grass PARKING LOT, my site was 4 inches out of level from rear to front, there was 13 feet between my rv and the next one and my neighbor's sewer hookup was 10 feet from my door. Nice playground but goose poop was all over could not walk on the grass without stepping in it. Would not stay there again. Staff was nice and friendly.

A super place. We stayed at the end of the summer season and it wasn't crowded. Definitely a place to come back to. If you are traveling east/west across the top of the United States this place and the famcamp at Fairchild are both excellent stops.

WOW, what a great place. I couldn't believe how nice this place is. We got here the end of April and left in June. The staff is so friendly that I felt they were part of my family. The boat rental mainly taken care of by Jim, he was more the kind to answer all my questions even though they may have seemed a little on the dumb. RV sites were well mantained and the only problem I heard of was a late freeze the broke a couple if faucets. The staff was right there to assist in providing help in connecting the water to our RV. Clean and fresh all around. We will return to this place, its unbelievable. Thank you Clear Lake Resort, your my kind of people.

Man what a place, we had such a great time. We got there in May and didn't leave until Mid August. I can't say enough about the Staff, Mike Johnson is the manager and he will do everything he can to make sure your stay is the greatest ever. Fishing is great and you can rent a boat to go out on the lake. The picnic area is well maintained and the grass is cut every week, thanks to Judy and Chris. Everyone is incredible, Travis, Judy, Jim, Chris, Jason, Megan ZJ, and of course MIKE JOHNSON. I tired to make my reservations for next year but they said I would have to wait. Can't wait. Thank you guys! Don, Peggy. Bella and Rube

I have to agree with parts of many of the existing reviews. We have found our brief, mid-week stay to be a good one. The sites ARE close together. I understand that this is a RECREATION area, and it is busy with folks playing and having an active time. The exterior maintenance of the buildings is very good. There is attention being paid to the playground and the lawns. The marina appears to be very well run, and the equipment is in good to excellent condition. The Marina staff were thorough and on the ball. The Cafe in the "Lodge" is just fine, although I am not sure how they manage if there is a very busy time. The burgers were good and the fries top notch. Office staff were friendly and knowledgeable. That is the good ... now for the bad. The women's bathroom and shower was awful. On a Thursday at about noon, it was littered, muddy and in poor condition. The handicapped shower equipment was broken and on the floor. One of the sink faucets was unable to be shut off. Dressing room curtains were torn, one toilet bowl sagging (but useable) ... just not at all what I expected, compared to the outdoor experience. We have been warned that on the weekends there are large groups who party loudly and long past quiet time. There is no camp host here, just a caretaker. Perhaps that is why some long-term campers have been allowed to accumulate lots of junk piled under and around their units. Most sites are not bad, but I had to empty a tote filled with water & dirty dishes that had apparently been sitting outside my neighbor's rig for most of the week. It was breeding mosquitoes!! I hate to sound like a crab, but I am not used to seeing this kind of behavior at any military facility, on or off base. This facility could be a gem ... but there are some things that need to be looked at with fresh eyes.

Everything was First CLASS, we will be back.