Yakima River Canyon Campgrounds
Open year-round. Reservations available May 1 through September 30 via Recreation.gov. First-come, first-served October 1 through April 30. Construction at Big Pines and Roza during summer 2026 may result in temporary closures of up to two weeks; exact dates will be posted when schedules are finalized.
From Recreation.gov
Our facility will be undergoing construction that could impact the availability of some campsites for a few weeks in the summer of 2026. Your reservation maybe cancelled if it conflicts with the construction period.
About
The Yakima River Canyon Campgrounds encompass four developed Bureau of Land Management recreation sites along Washington State's Scenic Highway 821. Big Pines is the largest with 42 campsites and a non-motorized boat launch. Roza offers 6 shaded sites near Roza Dam. Umtanum has 18 sites and a historic footbridge providing the only pedestrian crossing to the west side of the river. Lmuma Creek is the smallest with 7 campsites and a scenic overlook. The gentle Yakima River winds through massive basalt cliffs rising over 2,000 feet and rolling desert hills, creating excellent habitat for bighorn sheep, birds of prey, and mule deer. The river is classified as a Blue Ribbon trout stream with catch-and-release fishing only. Summer floating from Umtanum to Roza is popular, as the Class 1 water has no rapids. All sites are primitive with vault toilets, fire rings, picnic tables, and dumpsters, but no potable water or hookups. Campers are limited to 7-day stays, 10 people, and 2 vehicles per site. Dogs must be leashed.
Directions
Located along Washington State Scenic Highway 821 (Canyon Road) between Ellensburg and Yakima. Umtanum is near milepost 16, Lmuma Creek near milepost 12, Big Pines near milepost 8, and Roza near milepost 7.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $15 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| blm_or_sp_yrc@blm.gov | |
| Phone | +1 (509) 665-2100 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
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