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Taneum Creek offers a select number of good spots right along the river. It is located between Cle Elum and Ellensburg and actually lies quite close to the American River, so it shares the same dry topography of the leeward side of the Cascades.
There is one main road that follows Taneum Creek and it can be accessed from either Cle Elum or from the more convenient Elk Heights Road. The creek is fairly small so fishing access is limited, but the camping sites are of high quality. More spots can be found south of the stream as FS3300 gains elevation. The spots here do not have water but they are still pretty good and close to Taneum Lake. The lake requires about a one mile hike.
Taneum Creek is located in prime mountain biking country. The trail which follows the north fork is a challenging and beautiful ride. There are a number of other trails and roads that can be biked as well. However, the area is also popular with motorcycle rides so there is some competition. The trails can be pretty torn up after heavy use.
Located.on the I-90 corridor, Taneum Creek is fairly close by and offers a number of things to do. It is a short trek suitable for a long weekend or a multi-day camping trip.
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Directions to Taneum Creek
- I-90 Eastbound Exit 93 (Elk
Heights Road).
- Left at offramp and cross over the freeway.
- Right at stop sign. North of freeway follow Elk Heights Road for 4 miles.
- Right on Taneum Road.
- Cross over highway and turn right on Taneum Creek Road.
- Continue 9 miles to FS 3300.
- Once the pavement ends, there will be a number of campsites along the creek about a half mile or so up the dirt road.
Location Information
Elevation: 2963 ft.
Waypoint: N47° 6.6742' W120° 56.3247', N47° 6.8068' W120° 56.7058'
Green Trails Map: Cle Elum - No. 241
Other Map: Here