About Senator Wash Boat Ramp Day Use Area
At the Senator Wash Boat Ramp Day Use Area, there is day use parking and a boat ramp on a water storage reservoir near Imperial Dam in California. This site provides opportunities for picnics, swimming, fishing, boating, skiing, and wildlife viewing. Wildlife species include waterfowl, shore birds, coyotes, quail, and reptiles. The site also provides access by boat to camping areas at Senator Wash North Shore and Senator Wash South Shore. Use is limited to day use only, 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. There are no lifeguards at the swimming area. Other rules are posted or available from on-site host. The site does not have boat access to the Colorado River. A valid Arizona license is required for taking wildlife (including fish) in Arizona.
How to Get There
From Interstate 8: Take the 4th Avenue exit to Imperial County Road S-24. Go north approximately 22 miles to Senator Wash Road. Turn left and follow signs 4 miles to Senator Wash Boat Ramp, 3/4 mile east of Hwy 78.From AZ 98: Travel north from Yuma on AZ 95. Turn left at Imperial Dam Road at the "Big Guns". Turn right onto Senator Wash Road and follow signs 4 miles to Xanyō Xamshré.
Driving directions (Google Maps) →Plan Your Visit to Senator Wash Boat Ramp Day Use Area
Heading to Senator Wash Boat Ramp Day Use Area? A few things to know before you go:
- Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
- Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
- Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
- Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
- Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a reservation for Senator Wash Boat Ramp Day Use Area?
No central reservation system listed for Senator Wash Boat Ramp Day Use Area. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/recarea/1881) for the latest entry policy and availability.
How do I get to Senator Wash Boat Ramp Day Use Area?
From Interstate 8: Take the 4th Avenue exit to Imperial County Road S-24. Go north approximately 22 miles to Senator Wash Road. Turn left and follow signs 4 miles to Senator Wash Boat Ramp, 3/4 mile east of Hwy 78.From AZ 98: Travel north from Yuma on AZ 95. Turn left at Imperial Dam Road at the "Big Guns". Turn right onto Senator Wash Road and follow signs 4 miles to Xanyō Xamshré.
How do I contact Senator Wash Boat Ramp Day Use Area?
You can reach the park at phone: 928-317-3200 or email: BLM_AZ_YFOWEB@blm.gov.
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