Yampa River Cleanup
Cleaning up the Yampa River has been an annual tradition for Friends of the Yampa. We love our creeks, rivers, and streams for many reasons and by picking up all the trash alongside, next to, and in the river, we play our part in keeping the riverine ecosystem clean.
Steamboat Cleanup
Saturday, July 11, 2026
Hayden Cleanup
Saturday, July 25, 2026
Craig Cleanup
Note to Volunteers: Please wear adequate footwear for walking along the riverbank and bring thick gloves and other items you might need to stay comfortable for a few hours. Don’t forget to pack layers, sunscreen, bug spray, and snacks. Trash bags and limited pick-up sticks will be provided.
Steamboat Cleanup
Saturday, July 11, 9-11:30am
We will focus on 15 different stretches of the Yampa River along with surrounding areas and downtown tributaries.
Volunteer check-in starts at 9am meeting at Little Toots Park, 55 12th Street, downtown Steamboat Springs. The cleanup takes place from 9 to 11:30am. Lunch and free drinks will be serves at Little Toots Park after the cleanup for all volunteers.
To help streamline the check-in process, we ask that volunteers be signed up by Friday, July 11, at 2 pm. When signing up, you will be able to choose a stretch of river to clean.
*Volunteers: please wear adequate footwear for walking along the riverbank, bring thick gloves, and other items you might need to keep you comfortable for a few hours. Expect mosquitoes, so long-sleeved shirts and bug spray is suggested. Trash bags and limited pick-up sticks will be provided.
THANK YOU to the City of Steamboat Springs for your support and partnership in making this cleanup happen! Thank you to Storm Peak Brewing Co. for sponsoring the cleanup!
Craig and Hayden Cleanup
Craig Cleanup, dates: Thursday, Aug. 13, 2026
This time around we will focus on Craig River Park, Pebble Beach, Loudy-Simpson and South Beach boat ramps.
Volunteer check-in starts at 5 pm at the Craig River Park (accessed off of the Yampa Valley Golf Course road, Moffat County Road 184)
Cleanup areas: Pebble Beach, Loudy-Simpson, Craig River Park and South Beach boat ramps Bring trash back to Craig River Park for disposal. Post-cleanup details to come!
*Volunteers: please wear adequate footwear for walking along the riverbank, bring thick gloves, and other items you might need to keep you comfortable for a few hours. Expect mosquitoes, so long-sleeved shirts and bug spray is suggested. Trash bags and limited pick-up sticks will be provided.
THANK YOU to the City of Craig and Northwest Colorado Chapter of Parrotheads for your support, sponsorship, and partnership in making this cleanup happen!
Hayden Cleanup
Saturday, July 25
This time around we will focus on Hayden Pump Station, Yampa River State Park and Dorsey boat ramps.
Volunteer check-in starts at 9am meeting at Yampa River State Park for Hayden cleanup. Once you are assigned a spot, you are free to head out and clean up the area.
The cleanup takes place from 9-11am. Snacks and drinks will be available after the cleanup for all volunteers!
*Volunteers: please wear adequate footwear for walking along the riverbank, bring thick gloves, and other items you might need to keep you comfortable for a few hours. Expect mosquitoes, so long-sleeved shirts and bug spray is suggested. Trash bags and limited pick-up sticks will be provided.
THANK YOU to Colorado Parks and Wildlife for your and partnership in making this cleanup happen!
Yampa River Cleanup Photo Gallery
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