Cannot praise this place enough. Really feels like they have thought of and have everything. One…read morething omitted from other reviews is how lush the grass is. Maybe we got lucky and they just replaced it or something but it helps keep cool, barefoot, comfy while sleeping in a tent, and helps not feel like you're in a desert in 100F temps. Another thing is proximity to the venue. It's prob not encouraged but you can easily walk to / from if you're not feeling the shuttle.

Just back from an incredible weekend seeing Brandi Carlile at The Gorge, made easy and fun by…read morestaying at the Wild Horse Campground. Our little cabin was a delight, especially since we were coming from California without camping gear. It was perfect for the three of us and we even had a semi-private bathroom right outside our door. If we were tent or RV camping, this would also be my first choice versus camping at The Gorge. The sites were grassy, everything was super clean, nice family vibe, helpful staff, felt very safe, and even some fun activities like crafting and tie-dyeing shirts. One of the best features of staying here is the shuttle service to The Gorge. You can enjoy the show, then come back to a well-run, charming campground that makes everything better!

The owner is so nice and his dog, "Mia" is the BEST! The tent area has lush grass and there is…read moreplenty of space so you're not squished together like at other campgrounds. There's a chill party atmosphere and Africa makes really great food. I will definitely be returning!!

Tim is the best! Super helpful, chill, organized and kind! He helped us get a last minute spot for…read morelast night of Labor Dave weekend! Forever grateful. Have been coming here for years and will never stay anywhere else if I can help it! Facilities were super clean and listening to after party karaoke as I fell asleep was entertaining and still makes me smile. Thanks for creating a safe space to have a great time!!!

Stayed here over Memorial Day Weekend. I was a bit skeptical driving out to Desert Aire because…read morethis campground has very little internet information. Well internet, IT EXISTS and I survived to tell the tale. The campground is in Desert Aire which is a little community south of Matawa on the Columbia River. lf you're interested in boating or want a base to explore the rest of the area this is a great place to stay. During memorial day weekend the place was full (so reserve online ahead), the people there were mostly families and it wasn't very noisy at night. If you have a boat, the boat launch was rebuilt this year and is really nice. Couple of downsides to keep in mind: there's only pit toilets and no showers, there's one water tap from a well near spot 14, it can get windy in the evening so if you have wind protection you can put up bring it, the grills are near the lake and not by the camp spots so if you have a portable grill/firepit etc. bring it too. Closest big grocery store is in Mattawa, but there's a gas station and convenience store in town.

I really had a great time here. This place is well maintained and is a great place for the kids…read more The scenery is gorgeous. My only complaint is that the boat launch isnt next to the beach area. It would be great if they put up another dock but overall it was a great day and can't wait to go back!

Russ is the man!!! There was a big snafu with our trailer drop off and Russ was so helpful and so…read morekind to us as was Bailey! They really took care of us and made sure we had a good experience. The bathrooms and showers were super clean and the views were AMAZING! The dedicated shuttle to the concert was so convenient.

Camping here for a concert at the Gorge was amazing. Facilities very clean and routinely monitored…read more Amazing view with a nice soft spot on the grass to pitch a tent. Shelly and her crew were super nice made us all feel comfortable and didn't mind a little loud craziness. Guest services was accommodating, shuttles to the venue were great, my suggestion would be to have a few more for the ride back after the concerts. All in all great experience mahalo terrace crew

Granted, we only saw a small portion of the available trails and camping space, but we did see it…read morewas quite nice. We stopped in for some family pictures and ended up hiking about a quarter of a mile down the main path. The bridge was uniformly enjoyed by everyone! There's some great small trails that run right next to the river and lots of things to look at and explore. To anyone looking for a nice break, check out this area in the fall when the leaves are changing, it gives you a whole new appreciation for beauty. It's one of those things that I definitely did not appreciate when I was younger, but now it's just spectacular the colors that you see! It's five dollars per day to park here, so definitely make sure you have some cash on hand, and make sure it's exact change as there's not anything giving you change there. Well worth checking out!

Creek hike was beautiful but overgrown and eventually became impossible to hike without something…read moreto cut foliage. Turned back and did part of the hike up to the ridge. Beautiful views of the canyon. Suspension bridge = amazing. Umtanum campground was another story. It has beautiful desert scenery and easy river access. However, only two of seven sites have a tiny bit of shade. If you are tent camping, then bring a pop up for shade. Also be prepared to listen to RV generators all day and night. We also had an unforgettable set of neighbors. On our first night, they had a major domestic dispute between the hours of 2AM and 4AM. They apologized profusely the next day, and we ended up being friendly with them, but I think this qualifies as a party campground. At least it was entertaining!

Great considering it IS a rest area after-all. :)…read more Going on 90 from East heading towards West, Seattle, the mile marker just after it is 125 Usually very busy but no waits 2 Coke brand drink vending machines that also have bottled water Tons of grass for kids to get out energy ----WOMAN'S BATHROOM---- (Not sure about men's) Women's bathroom was very clean. Four stalls with one of them being for disabled. Two of those gigantic ground toilet paper dispensers in each stall. No baby changing station. Two faucets. One being the kind you have to press down and it turns off automatically after X seconds. One with a handle that you turn on and off yourself Two air hand dryers. No paper towels One random outlet in the middle of one wall but it is not anywhere near the sink Huge skylight so great lighting Beautiful close-up view if windmills

I pulled in to the Ryegrass Rest Area on the 12th of August as I was heading west back home to…read moreShoreline after a day exploring in central Washington. As I pulled in to the parking lot I noticed movement in the grass of the large open grassy lawn area. I maneuvered in to a parking space closer to the movement and opened my car window to watch for the little critter I had seen. Turned out to be a baby chipmunk!!! There was also a small dark brown rodent with no tail, maybe a shrew, dashing back and forth. Birds flitted around the bushes enjoying the evening meal time as well. After watching the wildlife for a little while, I made my way to the restrooms exploring the grassy area and keeping my eyes peeled for the rodents. Both port-a-potti and restroom building options were provided. I used the restrooms in the building. Everything was cleanly and guidelines for using the rest area during COVID-19 were posted in notices on the buildings. Informational placards provide background about the wind turbines around the rest area as well as ideas for more places to explore both nearby and around Washington State at large. Very pleasant place to stop and rest.

Driver (Shawn) arrived for pickup on time and got us to the airport on time. He is nice enough…read more.. rough around the edges. He drove too fast for our comfort; radio was too loud for early AM commute; he exited the highway unexpectedly and urinated standing outside the car rather than looking for a rest stop. Kinda weird.

The owners foul mouth and cheating women and the elderly out of their spot in gas station plus…read moreusing foul language when asked. Our community does not need unsafe people around our children and the elderly. I would not trust him after seeing how he treated people at the gas station and calling her names. You cut an elderly lady and another from gas that's just wrong and disrespectful! And then tell the lady off! Unprofessional!

seriously, this is about the third least safe feeling place I've been to but this time it's not…read morebecause of potential malingerers; the Vernita Rest Area abuts and is surrounded by a mothballed United States Department O' Energy Nuclear research facility..! what could possibly go wrong? angry giant lizard? possibly with radioactive breath? nahh... plenty of parking and room to stretch and run about in panic. a couple of insufficient information boards and brick shelters that will provided scant cover from the mutant lizard's wrath. the main building housing the toilet facilities appears pretty well kept and provides protection from the elements but unless it has been specially reinforced it won't hold up against King Zilla. meanwhile, the fence around back should keep the dose rate to a minimum, and even if the water seems a bit heavy I'm pretty sure it's fine so sit back and relax, enjoy the view, and hope for a fortunate plot twist...

I stopped at the Vernita Safety Rest Area on a recent driving adventure in Central/Central Eastern…read moreWashington State. I had read up on the Hanford Reach National Monument in advance and knew there weren't facilities on site so I needed to find an alternative. As I was about to reach the national monument I found this rest area. The rest area is clearly marked along the highway heading north/eastbound so I knew it was coming up and it was easy to spot and turn in from Highway 24. There is a designated pet area that I explored and found has an excellent view of a rocky landscape in the distance. A handful of different birds were poking around on the ground and flitting about tree-to-tree as I explored the pet area and the grassy area. The grassy area around the restroom building is large and a great place to roam around. Abundant picnic tables sprinkle the lawn. Restrooms were clean and safety measures for COVID-19 were communicated in posted notices. Vernita Bridge which crosses the Columbia River is also visible from the rest area. Its yellow metal arches/frame beckoning to get closer and scope the bridge out.