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Deer Park, Washington
Deer Park is often referred to as the "Gateway to Panorama Land." Its proximity to numerous lakes and recreational areas, as well as a metropolitan area of a nearly 400,000 population, allows its residents to enjoy the best of both worlds. Deer Park has a population of 3,017 within the city limits, while an additional 20,000 live within 15 miles of downtown Deer Park. Deer Park is located just 22 miles north of downtown Spokane. Deer Park is easily accessible by two main highways with golden fields and pine forests surrounding it. Deer Park offers its own amenities and cultural experiences. There are twenty lakes within a 50-mile radius and eight within twenty minutes of downtown Deer Park for fishing and water fun. The local Arts Commission offers a gallery in addition to art classes. Deer Park boasts of having more per capita acreage dedicated to parks than other Washington city. There is a pool park, skate park (with ramps and grinding bars), basketball court park, sports complex, lighted ball fields, soccer fields and an arboretum. In addition, there are three RV parks, BBQs, picnic parks and a park with a gazebo for outdoor entertainment with a spring creek. Deer Park has a very challenging 18 hole public access golf course with beautiful home sites. The snow skiing opportunities abound near Deer Park—you can drive 20 minutes north or 40 minutes south to reach one of many ski resorts, or you can cross-country ski in Deer Park on trails surrounding the Airport.
Web site: www.DeerParkChamber.com
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January
Deer Park Kiwanis Club Presents Winter Fest
Mid to late January. Breakfast, snowshoe softball, outhouse race, vendors, booths, fireworks, Frostbite Fun Run, sled dog pull, chili cook-off, music, ice sculpting, children's activites. Held at Perrins Field and Civic Center. 509.276.2006, ceclark@cet.com
July
Free Music Concerts
Saturdays in July from 6 - 8:30 p.m. Rain or shine! 509.276.8884
Settlers Celebration
Fourth Saturday in July. Amateur Music Fest-Battle of the Bands (509.276.3123), parade, Kiddie Parade, Pro-West Rodeo, old-fashioned contests, music, food booths, car show, Tri-County Association of the Arts Art Show (509.258.7008). Celebration is held at Mix Park, Swinyard Park and Perrins Field. 509.276.2670 |
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Deer Lake
1200-acre, clear mountain lake is spring and snowmelt-fed. It is located approximately 2500 feet above sea level and averages 75 feet in depth. You’ll find a wealth of wildlife-deer, moose, Canadian geese, and many species of fish, including trout, bass and silvers. A fisherman’s or fisherwoman’s paradise!
Deer Lake Resort
RV and tent camping, cabins and condos, swimming, paddle boats, boat moorage, swimming, picnic area, store and laundry.
509.233.2081, www.deerlakeresort.com
Golfing
Loon Lake
Granite Point- A family friendly lake paradise! Enjoy the 3/4 miles of sandy beach with two swimming areas. Excellent fishing from one of our many docks or off the bulkhead. Large grassy and treed areas to enjoy a picnic. Head straight to the beach from your rented lake cabin. 41000 Granite Point Rd, 509.233.2100. www.granitepointpark.com
Shore Acres Resort.
Cabins, RV camping, store, Chippers Restaurant. 41987 Shore Acres Road, 509.233.2474, www.shoreacresresort.com
Skiing & Snowboarding
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