Gem of a spot. 6 BLM spots next to the Yakima River in Yakima Canyon. Gorgeous ride in. 13 miles from I90. Foot bridge nearby over the river. Boondock spots with nice tables, fire rings, pit toilets. $15 / night, half price with senior pass. Can handle big rigs with no problem.

Umtanum is a BLM managed primitive campground on the Yakima River with 6 mostly gravel sites on a loop. Each site has a picnic table, fire ring, at least space for 1 tent, and easy access to vault toilets. Camp sites were $15/night or $7.50/night with an America the Beautiful, Senior, or Access pass. There is a 7-day limit due to it be... more

The Ellensburg Canyon is a beautiful scenic route between Ellensburg, WA and Yakima, WA. The route follows the course of the Yakima River through dramatic hills and cliffs. It's popular with hikers, mountain bikers, river rafters and fishermen. The BLM maintains several primitive campgrounds in the canyon on the east side of the river.... more