Wanapum State Park RV & Campground Guide
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Wanapum State Park is a waterfront recreation area in the town of Vantage, two hours east of Seattle. As part of the Ginkgo Petrified Forest State Park, Wanapum is nestled against the Columbia River banks. Visitors find the park to be a peaceful paradise for hiking, enjoying water activities, camping, and appreciating the area's breathtaking scenery and history. The towns of Renslow, Wanapum Village, and George are nearby locations where you can find dining, shopping, and attractions.
Spring 26-66 F
Summer 52-91 F
Fall 29-80 F
Winter 22-46 F
RV Resorts & Campsites in Wanapum State Park
Traveling in an RV is the best way to immerse yourself in the Wanapum Lake-area campgrounds. If you don't have your own RV, you can find the perfect rental through RVshare. In addition, RVshare offers peace of mind with 24/7 roadside assistance and nation-wide insurance coverage, which is especially helpful for first-time RVers.
Wanapum State Park
Wanapum State Park has a convenient on-site campground that offers 50 sites for tents or RVs with electrical, water, and sewer hookups. Each campsite includes a table and a grill for cooking. Guests can enjoy hiking and boating during the campground's operation from March to October. Some campsites offer direct views of the Columbia River. Nightly rates range between $30 and $50.
Water hookup: Yes
Electrical hookup: Yes
Sewer hookup: Yes
Wi-Fi: No
Pet-friendly: Yes
Other amenities: Two vault toilets, boat ramp, sandy beach, dump station, showers
Sage Creek Campground
A short jaunt across the Columbia River is the Sage Creek Campground in Quincy, Washington. The campground is popular for concertgoers to the nearby Gorge Amphitheater and offers on-site food and free shuttles to the arena. Three levels of camping sites are available: full hookups, partial hookups, and no hookups with generators allowed. Rates range between $110 and $270 nightly.
Water hookup: Yes
Electrical hookup: Yes
Sewer hookup: Yes
Wi-Fi: No
Pet-friendly: Yes
Other amenities: Outdoor showers, ice machines, horseshoe pit
Vantage Riverstone
The Vantage Riverstone campground in Vantage, Washington, offers spacious campsites on the river's edge or inland. Most sites include a fire pit and picnic table to make your stay more comfortable. Nightly rates range from $36 to $55.
Water hookup: Yes
Electrical hookup: Yes
Sewer hookup: Yes for inland, no for riverside
Wi-Fi: No
Pet-friendly: Yes
Other amenities: Laundry, showers, dump station
What to Do at
Wanapum State Park
Inside Wanapum State Park
Wanapum State Park features shoreline on the Wanapum Reservoir along the Columbia River. Visitors can take part in swimming, boating, fishing, camping, hiking, and bird watching. Three miles of hiking trails provide ample opportunity to observe local wildlife while water activities give you a chance to cool down. Stop at the Interpretive Center to see exhibits where you can learn about the area's history and geology.
How to Get to
Wanapum State Park
From I-90, take Exit 136, Huntzinger Road. Turn south of Huntzinger Road and travel three miles to the Wanapum Recreational Area and Campground entrance at 4511 Huntzinger Road, Vantage, WA 98950.
Entering Wanapum State Park
Wanapum State Park is open March 1 through Sept. 30 with hours that vary seasonally. You can make all Discover Pass payments via automated pay stations on-site.
Wanapum State Park One Day Pass (per vehicle) : $10.0
Wanapum State Park Annual Pass : $30.0
valid for all Washington state parks
An RV trip to Wanapum State Park brings all of nature's beauty and wonder directly to your doorstep. Enjoy time with your family and create fun memories while exploring everything this area of the country has to offer. Don't forget to tag RVshare on social media during your adventures. Also, take the time to email us at memories@rvshare with your favorite trip photos and helpful tips. We may feature you on RVshare social media or blog posts.
Frequently Asked Questions About Wanapum State Park
Summer is the ideal season to experience what Wanapum State Park has to offer. The 27,000 feet of Columbia River shoreline offers a great spot to enjoy water activities when it's hot out.
Wanapum State Park experiences four distinct seasons, with summers reaching over 90 degrees Fahrenheit and winters dipping into the 20s. The spring and fall months are generally mild and hover in the 60s.
Badgers, bobcats, deer, muskrats, and marmots populate the Ginkgo Petrified Forest section of this park. If you prefer bird-watching, you can catch a glimpse of quail, snipes, and herons.
Wanapum State Park includes 50 RV camping sites spread out between two camping loops. Each site has full hookups and is well-maintained. Fire pits and picnic tables are available at each site as well.
During the off-season, campsites are given out on a first-come, first-served basis, but reservations are recommended from April to October. Full-hookup sites run from $40 to $50 per night during peak season.
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