Klemgard County Park | The Bill Chipman
Palouse Trail | Wawawai
County Park
Welcome
to Kamiak Butte, recognized as a National Natural Landmark. The park has over
five miles of forested hiking trails. The 3.5 mile Pine Ridge Trail is
part of the National Trails System! Reaching an elevation of 3,641 feet
(second highest point in Whitman
County), the park offers visitors a
panoramic view of the Palouse region. Keep your eyes open as the park
plays host to over 150 bird, mammal and vegetation species. Pack a lunch
and spend the day hiking trails or utilizing the day use area!
For
additional information, please contact Whitman County Parks Department at (509)
397-6238.
Increased
Fire Danger Warrants Open Fire Restrictions In Whitman County Parks
Tim
Myers, Director, Whitman County Parks Department has indicated that fire
restrictions will be in effect as of Friday, July 16, 2010 at Kamiak Butte and
Klemgard County Parks as well as the Bill Chipman Palouse Trail. Fire
Restrictions have been in effect at Wawawai County Park since June 10th per
Whitman County RFD #14 guidelines. This restriction remains in effect. Restrictions
Include:' Fireworks, campfires and
smoking on trails will not be permitted within park boundaries. Cooking with
charcoal briquettes or a gas grill is still an option.' However, all park visitors need to be
prepared and vigilant, always keeping a bucket of water and shovel nearby when
cooking.' For additional information, please contact the Whitman County Parks
Department in Colfax at 509-397-6238.
Amenities: Picnic tables with cooking grills and
campfire pits, 3 small shelters (capacity 35), 1 large group shelter (capacity
100), amphitheater, hiking trails and playground. Kamiak Butte is
handicap accessible, except for some trails. Download a self-guided
nature walk brochure or pick one up at the Whitman County
Parks, Recreation and Developmental
Services Department in Colfax. The Pine Ridge Trail is recognized as a national
Recreation Trail. On average, the entire 3.5 mile trail may be
accomplished within one to two hours. This gated park is open from
7:00 am to dusk. Please note during the height of fire season, this park
may be closed to visitor usage.
Shelter Reservations (Day
Use Only): Reservation Requirements and Rules
|
Shelter
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Maximum Capacity
(Including Outside Seating)
|
Fee
|
Deposit
|
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Kamiak Butte
Larch Shelter
(Large Group
Shelter)
|
100
|
1
- 100 people = $ 100.00
Weddings/Receptions =
$250.00
minimum
|
$100.00
|
|
Kamiak Butte
Pine Shelter
|
35
|
1
- 35 people = $ 100.00
Weddings/Receptions
=
$250.00
minimum
|
$100.00
|
For
shelter reservations, contact the Park's Office at 509-397-6238.
Please note: Klemgard County Park's
Large Group Shelter can accommodate groups up to 200, for more information on
Klemgard, select Klemgard
County Park,
at the top of this page.
Camping: 7 sites are available on a first-come
first-serve basis. Campers please note this is a gated park with no access into
or out of the park from dusk until 7:00am. $15.00 per night with 1
vehicle allowed. Sites are limited to two vehicles total, please add
$5.00 to camping fee for second vehicle. Electrical and water hookups are
not available. Water is available in select locations of the campground
from April 15th - October 15th. Restrooms available year round.
Each camp site has a picnic table and grill. Camp sites are limited
to vehicles 18' in length or smaller. Larger vehicles are not permitted
on the campground road, however, the upper parking area may be utilized for
overnight accommodations.
Directions to Kamiak Butte
County Park:
From Pullman: Take State Highway 27 North 11
miles. Turn left on Clear
Creek Road for .5 mile. Turn left on Fugate Road (Road
No. 5100). Travel .5 mile to Kamiak
Butte County Park Road (Rd. No. 6710) to the park
entrance on the left.
From Colfax:
Take State Highway 272 (Palouse
Highway) East for 5 miles . Turn right onto Clear Creak Road
for 7 miles. Take a sharp right onto Fugate Road (Road No. 5100). Travel
.5 mile to Kamiak Butte County
Park Road (Road No. 6710) to the park entrance on
the left.
For
information or to reserve a shelter, contact (509) 397-6238
Whitman County
Parks and Recreation Department
310 North Main
Street, Colfax, WA 99111