Boat ramps on Yakima River
We count 3 places to get onto Yakima River, Washington, from Cle Elum to Ellensburg. 3 are boat ramps for trailers.
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Memorial Park Boat Ramp
Cle Elum -
WDFW Boat Ramp (West)
Cle Elum -
WDFW Boat Ramp
Ellensburg
Launching on Yakima River
| Launches | 3 |
|---|---|
| Boat ramps | 3 |
| Towns | Cle Elum, Ellensburg |
- Some Washington ramps, such as the City of Lakewood launches, ban power loading.
Helpful: launching a boat, ramp etiquette, launch fees.
Small things for ramp day
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Illustration Bestseller Attwood 7524A7 snap-handle drain plug The forgotten drain plug is the classic ramp mistake. A spare in the glove box saves the day. View on Amazon -
Illustration Top pick Bungee dock lines with quick connect, shock absorbing Clip on in seconds while your partner parks the trailer. The bungee keeps the boat off the dock in wakes. View on Amazon -
Illustration Master Lock trailer coupler lock (fits 1-7/8", 2", 2-5/16") Your trailer sits alone in the ramp lot all day. A coupler lock keeps it where you left it. View on Amazon
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Yakima River: questions and answers
How many boat ramps are on Yakima River?
We list 3 public launches on Yakima River around Cle Elum and Ellensburg: Memorial Park Boat Ramp, WDFW Boat Ramp (West) and WDFW Boat Ramp.
Does it cost money to launch on Yakima River?
Fees on Yakima River aren't in our data; ask the managing agency or check the signs at the ramp.
Can you kayak on Yakima River?
There's no dedicated kayak launch on Yakima River in our data, so use the edge of a boat ramp or the end of a dock and keep the lane free.