Camping near Yakima with horseback riding
Come for the wineries, but stay for the river rafting, fishing, and mountain hiking.
82% (806 reviews)
- Yakima
82% (806 reviews)
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Sara
6 days ago
34 ft Class A
With pets
Beautiful, peaceful property. Definitely can accommodate large RVs with no issue. Campsites have a nice firepit with benches and a couple chairs, and a nice sturdy picnic table. Brynn was available when needed, and very responsive. Otherwise we were just able to chill on our own. My family lives nearby and came to hang out and my preteen nephews enjoyed the pedal boat on the pond. Tons of space to walk around, and play outdoor games. It is Thorp, so expect breezy days (there is a reason why they have windmills on the ridge above the river). Also the camp is next to the Yakima River, a pond, and some small creeks, so be prepared for mosquitos. They were very happy for fresh skin when we first arrived and were getting set up. Brynn was kind to drop by a mini bug zapper and some spray. We will definitely stay here again! Thanks, Brynn and Bob!
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MARC
2 weeks ago
15 ft campervan
With pets
Kathleen greeted us when we arrived late. Pointed out their electrical outlet and water supply. She promptly replied to my messages. Not far from downtown Yakima. And they gave a really nice enclosed area for pets.
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Linda
2 weeks ago
24 ft travel trailer
Kent and Iza have a lovely spot. Quiet with a view of Mt St Helens. We enjoyed our brieft overnight stay.
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Sarah
2 weeks ago
20 ft pop-up camper
With kids
Host was helpful and let us change spots to get farther away from the pond as we have an adventurous and rambunctious 2 year old. We stayed in the back pasture and had a great time. Our kids loved watching the piggies run around.
I will say that Spot #7 “Willow shade” says it’s good for an RV on Hipcamp however it seems better suited for a tent. Not a problem for us as I said the host let us park our pop ip trailer in a different area.
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Jeremiah
2 weeks ago
18 ft travel trailer
With kids
We loved it here. The kids enjoyed petting the horses and the baby pigs. We were beside the pond and enjoyed watching the ducks. Very friendly host and will definitely stay again when passing through the area
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Elijah
2 weeks ago
Tent
Great spot with a very convenient shed/sleeping area in case you get too cold or rained out. Jim is a very kind host and our group of 3 adults had a wonderful time. The lights for the porta potty was greatly appreciated! Speelyi beach is nearby and a wonderful place to hangout while you're staying here too. We'll be back!
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Maya
3 weeks ago
Tent
With kids
We had a lovely time. Plenty of room for the kids to spread out and play. Lots of room for tents and adults to hang. Really appreciate this place!
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Julie
3 weeks ago
20 ft campervan
With pets
We explored the Cle Elum, Roslyn, Thorpe, and cle elum lake for hiking, bakeries, dog parks and outdoor public market. Can I just say the folks in the area are very kind and approachable too. When we were done for the day our campsite was waiting. It was especially enjoyable to have the folding chairs, fire pit, (stocked firewood was a reasonable $5/bundle) picnic table, awning, cabin space. In the cabin we took advantage of the mini fridge, microwave and heater.
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Elizabeth
3 weeks ago
20 ft campervan
With pets
Everything was absolutely wonderful, everything we could want was right there!
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Steve
3 weeks ago
16 ft car
With kids
This place was perfect!! The host were extremely accommodating and even with the winds we felt a bit of protection.
Highly recommend! The deer’s the river, the pond. We all loved it!!
Will absolutely go back.
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Marc
June 2025
16 ft car
With kids
Found this gem for a Father’s Day weekend trip with my kids and it exceeded every expectation. The wildlife viewing was incredible, the scenery was beautiful, and we had complete privacy to just enjoy nature together. Brynn’s hospitality was wonderful and really made the experience special. This is a special place to connect with nature, and we’re coming back as soon as we can. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a peaceful escape.
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Lisa
June 2025
40 ft Class A
Group trip
We stayed 3 nights at Buck Meadows/Dukes Roost in June. Great campsite and very welcoming! Brynn and Bob have a beautiful property along the Yakima River. Very fun campsite setups with seating and fire pits. Lots of walking paths to discover. We were there for a granddaughter’s graduation, so unfortunately we didn’t have much downtime to spend relaxing and exploring at the site. Would definitely recommend to other campers.
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Kelly
June 2025
Tent
With pets
We had such a great time at Humbug Ranch. The property is wonderfully maintained and is a few minutes' drive to river access. James came by to introduce himself and drop off some kindling for our fire which was greatly appreciated. As other have mentioned, be sure to bring enough water for your stay as there is none available at the site. I will definitely keep this site in mind for any future trips. 10/10
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Teresa
June 2025
30 ft travel trailer
Beautiful property and well maintained. Quiet and very accessible. Host super nice and helpful. Easy to find. We would stay again
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Joanne
May 2025
21 ft travel trailer
Friendly welcoming and accommodating
Very peaceful
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Jack
May 2025
23 ft travel trailer
With pets
This was our second time at Buck Meadows. The first was Ducks Roast. This time was Kicking Horse. Both were outstanding. The hosts were terrific, willing to help with anything you need.
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Brian
May 2025
21 ft travel trailer
With kids
This was our second time at the property and had a great stay. The owner was easy to communicate with ahead of our trip and checked in with us upon arrival. Access to the site is easy. We enjoyed the secluded space with room for our kids to run around and ride their bikes. Easy access to the river.
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Diana
May 2025
16 ft car
Cute little farm! Stayed one night. Loved all the animals. Clean bathroom was a plus! Would recommend/book again.
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Julie
May 2025
40 ft travel trailer
With kids
Great location to spend a couple nights. We stayed with our camper and they had water on site for us to fill up our tank. The area was clean and well kept. Highly recommend, would stay there again!
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Michael
May 2025
10 ft travel trailer
With kids
This is our second time staying at this property and at this specific site. The hosts are amazing communicators and generous with their hospitality. Supposedly the sites were all full, yet we never felt like we were camping amongst anyone else, aside from seeing people from time to time on the paths. The ground is firm and rocky under a couple inches of soil. We stayed late in the season our first time, and earlier this time, but the weather was pretty similar: dry and arid, with a little more than 30 degrees temperature swing between day and night. Bring mosquito repellent, bug zappers or whatever remedy you have because nature rules the roost. It should be expected when camping around any body of water.
It’s one of our favorite spots when we are looking for a little peace and quiet.
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Overview
With its vineyards and rolling hills, Yakima is a Washington state wine country dream. Spend your days biking through orchards or fly-fishing the Yakima River. At night, return to your campsite to sip a local craft beer next to the fire. With 300 days of sunshine each year, it’s always a great time for camping.
Just 4 miles from downtown, you’ll find shaded campsites at Yakima Sportsman State Park. The RV park offers full hookups and sites for campers up to 60 feet long. Come for the fantastic wetland birdwatching or fish in the stocked pond. A short drive away, Cowiche Canyon offers 30 miles of mountain-biking trails.
As you head north toward Ellensburg, check out four campgrounds in the Yakima River Canyon. From your tent, you can take a kid-friendly raft trip or fish for trout. On land, hike along basalt cliffs or enjoy the view from the campgrounds’ picnic tables and fire pits.
If you’re dreaming of a wooded campsite, head west to the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest. South Fork Tieton offers dispersed tent camping, and Windy Point puts you close to mountain hiking trails. Nearby, raft and fish the Tieton River as it runs into the Yakima Valley.
Have a few extra days? Leave central Washington and drive toward Seattle to reach Mount Rainier National Park. Or, book one of the Yakima RV parks and stay close to downtown breweries and galleries. Many offer free Wi-Fi and steamy showers for a truly relaxing trip.