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Wawawai County Park sits in the Snake River Canyon approximately three miles upstream from Lower Granite Dam. The park is open from 7am to dusk and for overnight camping year round. The 49 acre park is a popular place for families to picnic and camp. There is a half mile, interpretive, hiking trail. A nearby boat ramp facility provides access to the reservoir for fishing and water sports. Unique to the park is the earth-sheltered ranger residence.
For the safety of your pet, the wildlife, park visitors, and other domestic animals, always keep your pet on a leash.
Wawawai County Park features an earth-sheltered house which serves as the Park Ranger's home.
Half mile interpretive hiking trail - As you follow along the interpretive trail, you will learn geology, history, and natural features of the park and Snake River Canyon.
One large group shelter with ten picnic tables, a large barbecue grill, and electrical outlets (capacity of 100 people) (available first come, first serve and for reservations)
Seven small shelters, each with a picnic table and barbecue grill (capacity of 8 people each)
Wawawai Bay is a small bay off the Snake River at the base of Wawawai Creek - The bay offers recreational opportunities for non-motorized boating and fishing.
Bird viewing platform
Restrooms
Camping is allowed in designated areas only
9 sites available on a first come, first served basis
$15 a night and $5 for 2nd vehicle
Each site has a picnic table and grill
Restrooms available year round, no showers
NO water or electrical hook ups
Water available in select locations of campground on a seasonal basis
This is a gated park with no access into or out of park from dusk until 7am
From Pullman
Take Highway 195 that detours around Pullman and connects with the Lewiston highway
After driving approximately 1 mile, turn left (at the blinking amber light) onto Wawawai-Pullman Road (Road Number 9010)
Travel south 9.5 miles to the Wawawai Road (Road Number 9000)
Turn right on Wawawai Road (Road Number 9000) and travel 5.5 miles down the canyon to Wawawai County Park
From Colfax
Take Highway 195 South towards Pullman
Approximately 15 miles from Colfax, turn right on Wawawai-Pullman Road (Road Number 9010)
Travel 9.5 miles to the Wawawai Road (Road Number 9000)
Turn right on Wawawai Road (Road Number 9000) and travel 5.5 miles down the canyon to Wawawai County Park
One of the nicest places I found in the area. Amazing place to take the kiddos or doggos for a picturesque swim or quiet walk. Doesn't get very busy even when it is busy, compared to how packed the parks get on the other side of the mountains. And the drive there is an outstandingly beautiful trip through the rolling Palouse Hills. On the whole, visiting this park is a gorgeous experience
Beautiful, serene, quiet spot on the snake river, it has an inlet that is like a large pond, that is suitable for swimming, rafting, paddle boarding, kayaking, that has a small opening to enter the water. The waters edge for the most part are reeds and huge rocks. It has a nice covered picnic Pavillion with lots of picnic tables and 4 BBQ grills. There are scattered picnic tables throughout the park. The view is spectacular.
Wawawai client park is a beautiful thirty minute drive from Clarkston, Washington, along a very scenic route along the Snake River. It is well maintained and has a very large covered picnic area with a smaller covered picnic area that is also far enough distance for privacy. There is a very nice bathroom arrangement for guests, and the view is outstanding. There is plenty of room for kids to play on a grassy area with large trees for shade and it adjacent to the picnic area.
Beautiful place. One of the best places in east Washington to spend your weekend/holiday. You can spot many fishes and ducks swimming in the water. The green space also has so many ducks. This place is quite and peaceful to an extent that you happen to hear water and different bird sounds. This place has barbecue and water facilities. Washrooms are available.
Very nice and convenient park. Lots of large shade trees and well manicured picnic areas. A protected swim area with plenty of room for paddle boarding and swimming
