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Umtanum campground

Umtanum Campground offers 6 BLM-managed campsites with direct Yakima River access, featuring a boat launch and historic suspension footbridge for crossing to west-side trails.

Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring on gravel pads, with vault toilets and trash facilities available, though no water or hookups are provided.

The campground is a popular put-in point for summer river floats and serves as a base for hiking and fishing, with reservations available May-September via Recreation. gov ($15/night).


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