Wanapum State Park campground
Wanapum State Park
The campground amenities include picnic tables, fire rings, and a centrally located restroom with showers. The park has 50 campsites available on a first-come, first-serve basis. It is important to note that the park is dry camping only, meaning there are no hookups for water or electricity.
An interesting fact about the area is that the park is named after the Wanapum Native American tribe who inhabited the region for thousands of years. The Wanapum people were known for their fishing techniques and their use of the Columbia River as a major trade route.
The best time to visit Wanapum State Park camping area is during the summer months when the temperatures are warm, averaging around 80 degrees Fahrenheit. However, spring and fall are also great times to visit, with temperatures averaging in the mid-60s to mid-70s. It is important to note that the park can get very busy during the summer months, so reservations are recommended.
What's on-site at Wanapum State Park
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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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 Wanapum State Park, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wanapum State Park/Ginkgo Petrified Forest | ✓ | ✓ | → |
| Caliche Lake - Wdfw | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Saddle Mountains | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Evergreen East - Wdfw | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Burke Lake Southwest - Wdfw | ✗ | ✓ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Wanapum State Park -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Crab Creek Near Beverly | 163 cfs | → |
| Columbia River Below Priest Rapids Dam | 146,000 cfs | → |
| Yakima River At Umtanum | 2,320 cfs | → |
| Yakima River Above Ahtanum Creek At Union Gap | 4,160 cfs | → |
| Ahtanum Creek At Union Gap | 68 cfs | → |
| Crab Creek Near Moses Lake | 58 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Wanapum State Park -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trough | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Trough | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Upper Wheeler | 1.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Upper Wheeler | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Grouse Camp | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Grouse Camp | 0.0 in | -1.0 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
- Gingko Petrefied Forest State Park
- Wanapum Recreational Area
- Olmstead Place State Park
- Columbia National Wildlife Refuge
- Rock Island State Park
- Yakima Sportsman State Park
Boat launches
- Road 26 Southwest Desert Aire
- Road U Northwest 2522, Quincy
- Road 3 Northwest Grant County
- Grant County
- Road U Northwest Grant County
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 Wanapum State Park as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Wanapum State Park
Can I make reservations at Wanapum State Park?
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 Wanapum State Park?
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 Wanapum State Park.