Sometimes, the route to the destination is just as exciting as the destination itself. Breathtaking scenery and grand landscapes paint a picture of beauty along U.S. highways and byways. The Evergreen State is certainly no exception when it comes to picturesque winding roads waiting to be explored, and we've found a great one. Hop in the car and take a scenic drive to Grand Coulee Dam in Washington where you'll find the journey is almost as beautiful as the destination, maybe even more so!
Welcome to the Coulee Corridor National Scenic Byway, where you'll experience some of the most spectacular scenery in the state all in the span of about 150 miles.
Resplendent beauty surrounds you as far as the eye can see, so of course, you'll want to stop from time to time to really appreciate the view.
Carved out by Ice Age floods, the Columbia National Wildlife Refuge offers sweeping views of jagged cliffs, sagebrush fields, and lakes nestled in the Drumheller scablands of Central Washington.
Coulee Corridor officially starts in Othello and ends in Omak.
Naturally, you'll want to have a Discover Pass so you can enjoy amazing stops along the way like Potholes State Park. If you prefer, one-day passes can be purchased at the park.
Towering bluffs and clear blue lakes make up the topography of Dry Falls State Park in Grant County.
Further up the route, you'll encounter Steamboat Rock State Park, so named for the basalt butte towering over Grand Coulee.
Natural beauty surrounds the Grand Coulee Dam, the pinnacle of this scenic journey.
America's largest concrete dam features a visitor center, dam tours, and even a laser light show.
Complete your scenic journey with a pleasant drive through Omak's awe-inspiring backdrop of rolling hills and prairies.
Have you driven the Coulee Corridor National Scenic Byway? Did you take a Grand Coulee Dam Tour? What did you think of this scenic drive in Washington? Did you make any stops along the way? Tell us about your experience in the comments.
If you are interested in Washington dam tours, like the tours offered at Grand Coulee Dam, visit the Bureau of Reclamation website.
There is nothing quite like a scenic drive or road trip in Washington but before you spend that much time in the car, make sure you are prepared. Check out our ultimate road trip packing list. You can also check out the following Only In Your State video for more Washington adventures.
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