Nestled just 1.5 hours east of Seattle off Interstate 90, Roslyn is a charming historic town in the Cascade Mountains. Once a bustling coal mining hub, it’s best known as the filming location for the iconic 1990s TV show Northern Exposure. Its Old West–style main street, lined with preserved false-front buildings and the historic Brick Saloon, feels like stepping back in time. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, Roslyn offers plenty to explore, from local museums and cozy cafés to nearby wine tasting at Swiftwater Cellars.
The event will primarily take place in Roslyn, Washington. Listed below are the primary locations of the event.
- Basecamp Books and Bites – Saturday Night Dinner and Activities
- Crow Creek Fly Shop – 113 W Pennsylvania Ave, Roslyn, WA 98941
- The Brick Saloon – 100 W Pennsylvania Ave, Roslyn, WA 98941
- Umtanum Recreation Area – Friday Social Fishing Day
- Whispering Pines Group Campsite – 100 Whispering Pines Dr, Cle Elum, WA 98922
Travel
Nestled just 1.5 hours east of Seattle off Interstate 90, Roslyn, Washington, is easily accessible by car, with the nearest major airport being Seattle–Tacoma International Airport (SEA), and additional regional options including Yakima Airport (YKM).
Travel Distances –
- Seattle–Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Roslyn is about 88 miles by car, about a 1.5 to 2‑hour drive.
- Yakima Air Terminal (YKM) to Roslyn is approximately 65 miles, about a 1‑hour drive.
- Spokane, WA to Roslyn, WA is approximately 200 miles, about a 3-hour drive.
Food
Participants are responsible for their own meals, other than Saturday night dinner, which is included in their registration. There are several restaurants nearby, and the closest grocery store is located in Cle Elum, Washington. Click HERE to see your restaurant options.
Public Transporation
Bellair Charters & Bellair Airporter Shuttle offers convenient shuttle service connecting central Washington locations, including a stop in Cle Elum at Warrior’s Quick Stop (off I-90, Exit 84), with Seattle and Sea-Tac Airport, making travel to and from the Roslyn Riffle event area easier for participants; advance reservations are required to guarantee pickup at the Cle Elum stop.
Camping
For the 2026 iFishiBelong Washington “Roslyn Riffle”, we are designating the Whispering Pine group campsite as our primary camping location.
We’ve reserved the group campsite at Whispering Pines Campground. Located just minutes from Roslyn, Washington, along the Yakima River, this group site offers 8 RV sites with ample space for vans and tents. Please note there is no potable water on-site, and a porta-potty is on-site.
Here are a few campgrounds offering additional amenities.
- Wish Poosh National Forest Campground – 7 Miles from Roslyn
- Eagle Valley Campground – 7 Miles from Roslyn
- Red Mountain National Forest Campground – 10 Miles from Roslyn
- Cle Elum River National Forest Campground – 13 Miles from Roslyn
- Umtanum Recreation Site Camping – 41 Miles from Roslyn
lodging
We have a block of rooms reserved at Best Western Snocap Lodge for the event. There is no group code, simply call the hotel and let them know you are with the Roslyn Riffle Group to book your room.
Roslyn, Washington offers a variety of lodging options, including cozy cabins, charming bed-and-breakfasts, hotels, and vacation rentals, all within easy reach of the town’s historic downtown and nearby fishing spots.
Near Roslyn, WA –
- Hotel Roslyn – Charming historic hotel in the heart of Roslyn.
- Roslyn Hideaway – Highly rated vacation rental cabin near Ronald.
- Suncadia Resort – High-end lodging and golfing.
- The Huckleberry House – Cozy inn within walking distance of town.
- The Spruce Moose – Local boutique-style lodging with character.
Near Cle Elum, WA (short drive) –
- Aster Inn – Quaint inn with boutique character.
- Best Western Snocap Lodge – Popular hotel in Cle Elum.
- Cle Elum Travelers Inn – Budget-friendly motel.
- Iron Horse Inn B&B – Well rated B&B in South Cle Elum
area resources & Tourism
The Roslyn area offers plenty of resources for anglers, including local blogs and guides with tips on fishing spots, seasonal conditions, gear, and DIY river access. iFishiBelong has compiled many of these resources on the event website to help participants plan their trip and make the most of their time on the water.
- Visit the City of Roslyn
- Why Roslyn?
- https://whyroslyn.com/
- Northern Exposure
- http://www.roslynmuseum.com/northern-exposure.html
