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American River Boat Ramps

Every public boat ramp and launch on American River in Washington, with directions and what to expect when you get there.

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Before you launch in Washington

🧼 All boats, including paddlecraft, must stop at open inspection stations, and staff can require decontamination.

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Counties: Yakima County

Ramps and launches

American Forks Campground

Cle Elum, Yakima County

Nearest town
29 mi from Ellensburg

Managed by USDA Forest Service · (509) 653-1401

Directions: From Naches, travel west on US Highway 12 for 4.4 miles. Continue straight onto State Route (SR) 410 W for 27.5 miles. Turn left onto Bumping River Rd / Forest Road 1800. Turn left on Bumping River Road, cross the bridge over the American River, then turn left onto the American Forks Campground Road. From Enumclaw, depart SR 164/Griffin Ave toward Wells St. After ½ mile turn left onto SR 410/Roose

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American River Guard Station

Cle Elum, Yakima County

Nearest town
29 mi from Ellensburg

Managed by USDA Forest Service · (509) 653-1401 AFTER HOURS VOICEMAIL (509) 653-1436

Directions: Located off State Route (SR) 410 near milepost 88. For security purposes, access to the cabin is through a locked gate; Doors to the cabin are also locked. The combination to the gate lock will be included in your confirmation letter. This same combination will open a security box by the main cabin door, which contains the cabin key. Please contact the Ranger District at 509-653-1401 prior to your

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