Leave No Trace 
Senator Wash South Shore only covers 50 acres. If everyone who visited left even one bag of trash, it would quickly overwhelm the ground. Therefore, you should make sure to clean up after yourself to protect the land.
BLM Camping
Senator Wash South Shore
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is responsible for 1 in every 10 acres of land in the U.S.
Senator Wash South Shore is a 50-acre site with two gravel beaches along Senator Wash Reservoir. The reservoir captures water from the Colorado River, which is released when water levels get low. During the release, workers generate power at Imperial Dam. The beaches at this site, about 25 miles north of Yuma, Arizona, can be used to launch hand-carried watercraft. Senator Wash South Shore is about 155 miles from Joshua Tree National Park.
You can boondock at Senator Wash South Shore, and there are other nearby Bureau of Land Management campgrounds available. These facilities are great places to camp for up to seven months while paying minimal or no fee. When you are exploring Arizona, California and other Western states, be sure to look for "BLM camping near me". These sites are often secluded with very few services, but they are typically in immensely beautiful areas.
What to See and Do
Hiking and Biking
Palm Canyon Trail
This family-friendly trail is in the Kofa National Wildlife Refuge. It leads to a narrow place in the canyon where you can see palm trees growing at a distance. If you enjoy photography, try to reach the end of this trail at noon when the trees are in the sun because they lie in the shade the rest of the day. It is possible to get closer, but hiking becomes much more strenuous.
Length: 0.5 miles
Intensity: Easy
Telegraph Pass
The first part of Telegraph Pass is natural while the second half is paved. The second half gains almost 1,000 feet in elevation. Along the way, you will love seeing the 20-foot-wide ocotillos and the cactus along this trail.
Length: 6.3 miles
Intensity: Moderate
East Wetlands Interpretive Trail
This easy loop trail starts off at Levee Road in Yuma. Special activities are posted along this trail, making it a fantastic option for a family hike. Part of this trail runs along the Colorado River.
Length: 2.6 miles
Intensity: Easy
Fishing and Boating
Senator Wash Reservoir is a terrific place to go fishing. Anglers often catch largemouth bass, black crappie and channel catfish. Be sure you know your location or obtain Arizona and California fishing licenses. Public boat ramps are available.
Climbing
Picacho Peak, sometimes called Little Picacho Peak, is a terrific place to go climbing. Approach this mountain from the west to find amazing places to climb and rappel. You'll also find great rock scrambles to test your skills.
Wildlife Viewing
Kofa National Wildlife Refuge has been protecting animals since 1938. When you visit this refuge, you may see badgers, foxes, ground squirrels, pocket mice and kangaroo rats. This refuge is also a great place to see the endangered Sonoran pronghorn. The best time to visit is early morning or as the sun sets because the animals will be most active.
Picnicking
Colorado River State Historic Park is a fantastic place for a picnic. The five buildings at this site are among the oldest in Arizona and were used to supply the armies in five states protecting early settlers. Note that this park is only open on certain days of the week, so check with park staff before visiting.
Bureau of Land Management Camping
RV Camping 
You will not find a campground at Senator Wash South Shore, but you can find terrific options for RV camping nearby. The closest campground is Southern Mesa RV Park, and it is only about three miles away. You may also want to consider the Imperial Dam Long-Term Visitor Area, where visitors can pay $180 to camp for seven months or pay lower fees to stay 14 days or less. You can also find numerous campgrounds in Yuma.
Free Camping 
Bureau of Land Management free camping is available at Senator Wash South Shore and nearby Senator Wash North Shore. You can camp for free for up to 14 days at the Pilot Knob Long-Term Visitor Area from April 15 to September 15. Just outside of Yuma, you can camp around Fortuna Lake, which has a fishing pier.
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Planning your Senator Wash South Shore BLM trip
You can hand-launch a canoe or kayak at Senator Wash South Shore. It is always wise to check the bottom of the reservoir near the beach before proceeding for any sharp items that might hurt the vessel. Consider the tide. Generally, launching a boat during high tide is easier than at low tide. It is vital to watch the weather forecast and not try to launch your vessel during a storm.
Staying at Bureau of Land Management campgrounds gives you even more opportunities to explore nature and learn about history. This area has several long-term BLM campgrounds where you can stay all winter long for a very reasonable fee, but those areas usually allow much shorter stays. Before you leave on your fantastic camping trip, take a minute and read more about BLM camping.
Leave No Trace
Senator Wash South Shore Location
Use the 4th Avenue exit off Interstate 8 in Yuma to get on Imperial County Road 324. Go north 22 miles until you see Senator Wash Road. Turn left, and go until you see Southern Mesa Campground. Directly behind the campground, you will see the entrance.
Address: Senator Wash South Shore, Imperial County Road 324, Yuma, AZ 85365
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