Thorp Water Access Area in Kittitas County closed through end of September for bridge repairs

YAKIMA – The Thorp Water Access Area, located along the Yakima River in Kittitas County, will be closed July 15 through Sept. 30 while contractors make planned repairs to the Thorp Bridge. Entrance gates to the access area will be closed for the duration of the project.

The bridge repair project is being managed by Kittitas County. More information is available on the Kittitas County website (PDF).

The Thorp Water Access Area is a popular site for rafters and anglers. Alternative water access areas nearby for people to use during the construction project include Teanaway Junction, Kinghorn Slough, Mile Post 8, Mile Post 10, Highway 10 Take-out, and Thrall (also referred to as Ringer Loop).

The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) manages hundreds of water access areas throughout the state, providing recreational access to the state’s lakes, rivers, and marine waters. A Discover Pass or Vehicle Access Pass is required at all WDFW-managed lands.

WDFW works to preserve, protect and perpetuate fish, wildlife and ecosystems while providing sustainable fish and wildlife recreational and commercial opportunities.