Road Trip - Grand Coulee Dam

We had been on a road trip to Grand Coulee Dam this spring and stayed there for a night. The dam produces hydroelectric power and provides for irrigation in the state of Washington.

Grand Coulee Dam, WA

Grand Coulee Dam, WA

We enjoyed the laser show at night projected on the water in the dam which tells the story of the Columbia River and the history of the dam.

Laser show on the water at night

Before heading back home we stopped at the 'Crown Point Overlook' which provides a beautiful view of the dam and the river. This viewpoint is just few minutes from the city of Grand Coulee.

View from the 'Crown Point Overlook'

View from the 'Crown Point Overlook'

On the way back on I-90 going west, before crossing the river at the vantage bridge, we stopped at a view point to see the Columbia River. The view of the gorge and the river from here is stunning.

Columbia River 

There is also a higher view point you can trek up to see the bridge and the river, called the Wild Horse Monument.