Understand

Prepare yourself for an extraordinary experience at the small segment of the Columbia River located at Grand Coulee. But be ready for a surprise – unlike its usual flow from Canada to the Pacific Ocean, this river miraculously defies convention and flows northward! As you capture the beauty of this incredible phenomenon through your camera lens, you may encounter some challenges due to the grandeur of the massive dam towering before you. Nonetheless, armed with a wide-angle lens and strategic timing to avoid the sun's bright glare on the dam's face, you will be rewarded with breathtaking photographs of this exceptional sight.

Get in

Are you ready for an adventure? Don't confuse the town of Coulee City with the incredible Grand Coulee. Located in a remote part of Washington state, Grand Coulee is a sight to behold. If you're coming from the west, take US Hwy 2 east to WA State Hwy 155 north. Travelers in the Seattle Metro area can find shortcuts to US Hwy 2 from Bothell on WA State Hwy 522 or Duvall on WA State Hwy 203. If you're in Everett, take I-5 Fwy exit #194 to start your journey on US Hwy 2. The distance from Seattle is 230 miles, so get ready for a beautiful ride. Coming from the east? Take US Hwy 2 west to WA State Hwy 174 west (but runs northwest). The distance from Spokane is 88 miles, so get ready to explore the stunning landscape Washington has to offer.