Are ticks a problem in Yakima County?

There have been 70 tick reports near Yakima County, WA, with 0 bites and 70 sightings. The most common species reported is the Unidentified. Check the Tick Map for the latest 2026 tick activity.

What kind of ticks are in Yakima County?

The most commonly reported tick species in Yakima County include Unidentified, Deer Tick. Each species carries different disease risks — see our species guide for identification help.

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Ticks in Yakima County, WA

70 tick reports from the Yakima County, WA area.

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Total Reports

Sightings

Bites

Species Found in Yakima County

Unidentified69 (99%)

Deer Tick1 (1%)

Risk: High — carries Lyme disease

Tick Safety in Yakima County

Ticks are active in Yakima County, WA and surrounding areas. The most commonly reported species is the Unidentified, making up 99% of reports.

✓Wear light-colored clothing when walking in wooded areas or tall grass
✓Use EPA-registered tick repellent (DEET, picaridin, or IR3535)
✓Do a full-body tick check after being outdoors — especially behind ears, hairline, and waistband
✓Shower within 2 hours of coming inside
✓If bitten, remove the tick with fine-tipped tweezers and monitor for symptoms for 30 days