3 Cheap Places Near Yakima to Go Camping This Spring

Sure, you could rent a rustic cabin to go camping this spring for $100 a night or upgrade to one at resorts like Silver Beach, but it sure would be a lot lighter on the wallet if you found a place that's free or cheap.

Camping newbies don't know where to find cheap camping spots near Yakima and I've found three, so keep reading for the inside scoop.

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You can always turn to Reddit for great recommendations about everything from where to get your gowns hemmed to the cheapest places to camp near Yakima. The latter one caught my eye because I have a whole closet stuffed full of camping gear just begging to be used.

Below you will find a combination of the suggestions I found from various sources, including The Dyrt.

Before you go camping, keep these local tips in mind first:

• Clean Up After Yourself! 'Leave no trace', as the Burning Man people say.
• Get the right permit, especially if you're camping/visiting public state land. If you can't afford a Discover Pass you can rent one from the library.
• You will have limited if any access to drinking water or public toilets. When you go camping at dispersed campsites, it's a BYOW party (Bring Your Own Water)!

3 Cheap Places Near Yakima to Go Camping This Spring

#1: Rimrock Lake

It takes about 45 minutes to get from Yakima to Rimrock Lake.

#2: Soda Creek Campground

Expect to arrive at this campsite in Naches about an hour's drive from Yakima.

#3: Fish Creek/South Fork Tieton Campground

This camping spot in Tieton will take you about an hour and ten minutes to get to from Yakima.