Overview
Republic is a small city in the Rocky Mountain foothills of northeast Washington State. It is the county seat of Ferry County.
3 sights · 3 things to do · 1 places to stay
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Best things about Republic
Stonerose Interpretive Center
Near a rich collection of fossils, including the petrified flowers that give the museum its name. At a nearby fossil bed you can collect your own fossils.
Curlew Lake State Park
A relaxing, 123-acre campground park. It is near a fossil dig and an airfield.
Ferry County Historical Museum
Ranald MacDonald's Grave
Ranald MacDonald was the first person to teach English in Japan. He has monuments to him in Japan.
Eagle Track Raceway
Small-town, dirt-track racing.
K-Diamond-K Guest Ranch
Enjoy the scenic horseback riding trails of the area
Plan your trip
Best time to visit & weather
Most comfortable: May–Sep. Summer highs reach about 87°F; winter lows dip to about 26°F. Cold months (Jan, Dec) can bring snow and ice; check road conditions. Wettest: Dec and Jan. (climate data from nearby Spokane)
Blue bars: average daily high and low (°F). Purple columns: average monthly rain and melted snow (inches).
Getting there
- From you: to see whether to drive or fly, and how long it takes.
- GEG Spokane International Airport, Spokane — 90 mi away (major hub). Directions
- EAT Pangborn Memorial Airport, Wenatchee — 110 mi away. Directions
State Route 20 (WA-20) connects to Tonasket in the west, and Kettle Falls in the east.
Full “Get in” guide ↓Budget & where to stay
No prices are listed for this place yet. See the Sleep guide ↓ for options.
Sample 2-day itinerary
Day 1
- Morning Stonerose Interpretive Center, Ferry County Historical Museum, Eagle Track Raceway
- Afternoon K-Diamond-K Guest Ranch, Curlew Lake State Park
Day 2
- Morning Ranald MacDonald's Grave
Stops are grouped by area so each day needs little backtracking. Check opening hours before you go.
Food for you
What to ask about, for your diet
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Get in
State Route 20 (WA-20) connects to Tonasket in the west, and Kettle Falls in the east.
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Sleep
Stay Klondike Motel
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