Wanapum Dam Reservoir

Category: C/O Beaches

GPS GeoCoords: 46.994209,-119.985765

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Wanapum Dam Reservoir is located in central Washington a little upriver from the Vantage Bridge where I-90 meets the Columbia River about 5 east of Vantage. This is a popular watering hole for CO and Textiles so it might be advisable to use the farthest beaches on the weekends. The area has beautiful basalt rock formations good for rock climbing. The area also has good sailing and other water sports. It is also a popular spot for trail bikes along the sandy roads and trails.

The beach front is owned by the Grant County PUD and they have no objections to its use for nude sunbathing as long as there is no over night camping. Also the Grant county sheriff department has said the nude use is recognized and allowed as long as one uses commonsense when near others as not to offend any one. The owner of the adjacent property that is next to the beach itself has no problem at all with naturists. The only issue with him is that all people treat the property with respect by not defacing or littering. It is best to avoid being nude in view of the parking lot.

DIRECTIONS: Take I-90 to exit 143 (Silica Rd) about 7.9 miles east of Vantage. Turn under the overpass and follow approx. 1/2 mile to first intersection, turn left on Vantage Road, and follow to end about 4.5 miles. Road ends at waters edge and boat ramp. You will see a boat landing and a parking lot with no restrooms. Trail to left through gate about a 1/2 mile hike to beaches and a bluff with a good view.

Sources: Cheef's and NetNude; directions adjusted for actual mileage.