Umtanum Campground campground
Umtanum Campground
One of the nearby points of interest is the Yakima River Canyon Scenic Byway, which is a 27-mile drive that offers visitors breathtaking views of the Yakima River and the surrounding landscape. The area is also home to a variety of wildlife, including elk, deer, and bald eagles.
The campground offers a variety of amenities, including picnic tables, fire rings, and restrooms. There are also several hiking trails in the area, including the Umtanum Creek Trail, which is a 2.5-mile hike that takes visitors through a scenic canyon.
Interesting facts about the area include that the Umtanum Creek was once a popular spot for gold mining, and that the area was also used by Native American tribes for hunting and fishing.
The best time of year to visit the Umtanum Campground is during the summer months when the temperatures are warm and the hiking trails are open. The average temperature during this time of year is around 85 degrees Fahrenheit. Visitors can also enjoy fishing and swimming in the Yakima River during the summer months.
What's on-site at Umtanum Campground
Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.
Plan your trip down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.
Other campgrounds in the area
Snoflo-tracked campsites within driving distance of Umtanum Campground, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Umtanum Campsite 2 | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Umtanum Campsite 3 | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Umtanum Campsite 1 | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Umtanum Campsite 4 | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Umtanum Campsite 5 | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Umtanum Campground -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Yakima River At Umtanum | 2,320 cfs | → |
| Ahtanum Creek At Union Gap | 68 cfs | → |
| Yakima River Above Ahtanum Creek At Union Gap | 4,160 cfs | → |
| Crab Creek Near Beverly | 163 cfs | → |
| Columbia River Below Priest Rapids Dam | 146,000 cfs | → |
| American River Near Nile | 244 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Umtanum Campground -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nohrsc Trough | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Trough | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Grouse Camp | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Grouse Camp | 0.0 in | -1.0 in | → |
| Upper Wheeler | 1.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Upper Wheeler | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
Parks
- Olmstead Place State Park
- Lower Naches Community Park
- Yakima Sportsman State Park
- Fulbright Park
- Wenatchee National Forest
- Wanapum Recreational Area
Boat launches
Camping essentials & Leave No Trace
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
- Know before you go
- Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
- Minimize campfire impact
- Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
- Leave what you find
- Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Umtanum Campground as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Umtanum Campground
Can I make reservations at Umtanum Campground?
This campground does not appear to accept reservations -- it's typically first-come, first-served. Arrive early on summer weekends.
How fresh is the weather data on this page?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data is pulled live from USGS streamgauges and snowpack from the NRCS SNOTEL network.
What's the best time of year to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation. For longer trips, the 5-day hourly meteogram shows snow + rain accumulation hour-by-hour.
How do I get to Umtanum Campground?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the campground.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this campground, set a threshold (temperature, snowpack, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other campgrounds near here
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within driving distance of Umtanum Campground.