WALLA WALLA, Wash. -- The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Walla Walla District is reopening of six recreation areas for the fall recreation season beginning in late August and continuing into September.
Earlier this year, staffing constraints required the closure of select areas to allow Natural Resource Management personnel to focus on maintaining safe, high-quality service at priority locations. Due to changes in these constraints, select sites will reopen providing opportunities for autumn camping, fishing, and hunting across the lower Snake River system.
The following sites are scheduled to reopen:
- Little Goose Lock and Dam
- Lambi Creek Recreation Area – Sept. 19
- Willow Landing Recreation Area – Aug. 29
- Illia Dunes Habitat Management Unit – Sept. 19
- Lower Granite Lock and Dam
- Blyton Landing – Aug. 29
- Lewiston Levee Parkway confluence parking and restrooms (near D Street and the Lewis & Clark Interpretive Center) – Sept. 5
- Lower Monumental Lock and Dam
- Riparia Recreation Area – Sept. 19
“These phased re-openings reflect our commitment to safely managing public lands while supporting recreation opportunities for communities across the region,” said Lt. Col. Katie Werback, Commander of the Walla Walla District.
Levey Park and Fishhook Park are expected to reopen in 2026. Ice Harbor Lock and Dam recreation areas will close for the season on Sept. 2; Charbonneau Park will remain open until noon on Sept. 30 to provide additional recreation opportunities.
For the latest information on recreation site availability and service updates, visit www.nww.usace.army.mil or follow the Walla Walla District on Facebook and Instagram.
Release no. 25-033