Yakima Sportsman State Park

Nice state park in Yakima that provides access to many great breweries, wineries, and hiking. I recommend Yakima Public House East for a beer or glass of wine. (eh on their food). FHU for the site I was in (#15 PT) but the pads are very narrow. (maybe 10' but seemed more like 8') Many of them had tree roots that have begun to alter the asphalt but not so bad you couldn't get level. The wind does blow in Yakima, so any trees overhead will provide a cacophony of nightly music on your RV. Most of the PT sites have dried grass and debris that will infiltrate your camper unless you have a doormat or rug. All sound negative but just setting the bar low so it will be more impressive for the next camper. It was a nice stop and would stay again. Recommendations for food and drink. Crafted, Gilbert Cellars, Bale Breaker, and Triveri Cellars (Sparkling)

— Jay Lindstrom

Yakima has so many beautiful hikes, it is definitely a wonderful place to visit for an extended weekend. My favorite tends to be the trail that runs along the river, but it connects with Yakima Sportsman State Park too. Make sure you bring plenty of water and some good walking shoes!

— Timm Lovitt

Beautiful campground with full hook ups. Lots of grass and shade due to the sprinkler system. George was very friendly when we arrived. Must check in before dark. Nice trails around the park. We did come across a "homless" camper with lots of bikes near his tent. He was friendly, there are notices to lock up bikes.

— Hans Gritsch

DO NOT COME HERE IF YOU HAVE LARGER THAN 35’ RV! Low hanging branches caught my a/c, scratched the sides. No room to maneuver. There was no map and the park has no directions. Then I find out there is no water - this is a full hookup site. They never said a word until I was in the site. If you are a tent camper or have a small trailer it is a maybe. Be aware there are no showers and no toilet paper. No grass - all dead. Would never come back. I would have left if there was any other option.

— James Lowther

This park is located on the Yakima River near the city of Yakima. It is easy to find off I 82 and hwy 24. The campground is well managed with a staffed gatehouse and frequent patrols by park staff. The campground borders on a dike and wetlands. You will need bug spray at this park; particularly on the trails. There are both paved and dirt trials around ponds that provide habitat for birds and wildlife and trails along the dike. We saw lots of birds hiking the trails around the ponds. The Lily Pond in the picnic area is overgrown with brush. There is no beach and no swimming in this park. The playground is in good condition, close to the campground and there is lots of green grass. Lots of full-service spaces– both drive-through and back-in. Pull-thru spaces are very close together with barely room for an awning. The back-in spaces offer more room. None of the spaces offer much privacy. Lots of shade trees. Showers require tokens from machine near park office. The park map has a list of fines for violation of park rules ranging from $99 to $150 on the back.

— Michelle Nicholson