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RIVER CAMPING IN THE PACIFIC NORTHWEST AT THE ELLENSBURG KOA IS AWESOME!

WE  ARE OPEN ALL YEAR ROUND !
Riverfront Teepees, Deluxe Cabins, and KOA Camping Cabins are all equipped with a TV, Keurig coffee maker, microwave, mini-fridge with freezer, gas grills, patio furniture, and linens! Rent one of the teepees or settle into a prime spot right on the river and relax. You're well-situated to search for the Ellensburg blue agate, enjoy a concert at the Gorge Amphitheater, hike the John Wayne Pioneer Trail, or visit Roslyn, where Northern Exposure was filmed. Central Washington University's campus is also located in town. Visit during Jazz in the Valley & the Ellensburg Rodeo on Labor Day weekend. Enjoy full WI-FI access free to every customer, valet trash service at your site every morning, and the new, huge dog park.

Our pool is now open! 

** All rates based on the 1-2 people, 1 vehicle, & 1-2 friendly pets. All visitors must register at the office to obtain a parking permit at $5 pp & $5 pv.**

*NOTICE* Non-refundable summer rates will be applied. Please read the entire cancelation policy for more information on this KOA. 

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  • 50 Max Amp
  • 70' Max Length
  • Wi-Fi
  • Pool (5/22 - 9/16)
  • Snack Bar ($)
  • Propane ($)
  • Kamping Kitchen
  • Fishing
  • Firewood ($)
  • Pavilion
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KOA Journey

KOA Journey Campgrounds

KOA Journey campgrounds are the perfect oases after a day on the road. Whether it’s along the way or a quick getaway, they’ve got you covered. Located near the highways and byways of North America with long Pull-thru RV Sites, they deliver convenience to the traveling camper. Pull in, ease back and take a load off.

KOA Journeys Feature:

  • Pull-through RV Sites with 50-amp service
  • Premium Tent Sites
  • Well lit after hours check-in service

Latest Hot Deal

Big Weekend Care Camps

When: May 9 – 10, 2025

What: Stay at a participating KOA campground on May 9 & 10, 2025, and 50%* of the cost of the site on the second night will be donated to Care Camps!

Why: Your stay will make a difference in the lives of children with cancer, by helping raise funds for medically supervised pediatric oncology camps. These camps help children who have cancer enjoy care-free time focusing on fun, friends, and activities instead of on their illness. Funds raised from Saturday, May 10, will be donated to the Care Camps Foundation, which distributes $2 million annually to support 100+ pediatric oncology camps across the U.S. and Canada. Learn more at koacarecamps.org. * Only valid at participating KOA locations. Applies to one site, for two consecutive nights at the same KOA. Sites may be limited. Only KOA Rewards discounts apply.

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Quiet, shady pull thru sites situated on the Yakima River.

32 S. Thorp Hwy

Ellensburg, WA 98926

509-925-9319

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Museums

Olmstead Place State Park: This park is a 217 acre day-use park that features picnic space, beautiful gardens, walking trails and a small museum. The 217 acre farm has two houses: a farmhouse and a smaller Cabin. Samuel Olmstead and his family moved to the site in 1875, the same year Ellensburg was platted. The parks hosts a popular threshing bee each September and is at 921 N. Ferguson Road, about three miles west of Kittitas.
Kittitas County Historical Museum
114 E. Third Ave. | Ellensburg, WA 98926 (509) 925-3778
The Kittitas County Historical Society, founded by ancestors of valley pioneers, started the one-room museum in the 1960s and eventually moved the items, plus new ones, to its present-day location. At the museum, visitors will find nearly every era of life in Kittitas County. Permanent exhibits include the antique doll and buggy collection, historic photograph and slides, Mires glass plate negatives, Native American bag and basket collection and much more. The museum also offers several events for families.

217 Ferguson Road

Kittitas, WA 98934

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Roslyn

Roslyn is a historic coal mining town which boasts of a log cabin built in the 1880's, 25 old ethnic cemeteries and the quaint Roslyn Museum. Roslyn is the filming site of the television series "Northern Exposure."

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Red Top Lookout

There are few mountaintops in Washington that are accessible by such a short and easy trail. Red Top is a great trail for kids and for adults wanting a half-day hike in the Teanaways. This area is also considered one of the best by valley rock hounds.

From I-90, take exit 85 and go north on Hwy. 97 North for 18 miles. Just past the Mineral Springs Campground, go north on FR 9738. In 2.6 miles, go left on FR 9702. Drive 4.5 miles to the trailhead at the picnic area, elevation 5,000 feet. NW Forest Pass required.

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