Ellensburg

Manastash Ridge is a popular hike in Ellensburg, Washington, attracting many locals and students of Central Washington University. While attending school, I climbed the Ridge a handful of times, always with struggle. After making my resolution of 40 hikes in 2015, I decided to tackle this hike for #22 with a couple of my college roommates. Let's just say my stamina has done a 180 because this h...

Starting at an elevation of 2050 feet and immediately off the gravel parking lot to the side of Canyon Road, begin the uphill charge on the vast, empty Rattlesnake Dance Trail. A few steps in, the tone will be set as to what you are up against.Although less than a mile and a half in distance, do not be fooled, the trail is not for the faint of heart. It is a continuous uphill battle that, from ...

Umtanum Creek Falls Trail is an out-and-back trail that is good for all skill levels located near Ellensburg, Washington.

Park your vehicle at the Umtanum Creek Canyon Recreation Area. Be aware that from mid-May to mid-September there is a $5.00 per vehicle, per day parking fee since the land is owned by Bureau of Land Management.Grab your gear and head for the swinging suspension bridge that will lead you over the Yakima River and to the beginning of the Umtanum Creek Canyon Trail.Follow the trail under the railr...

Umtanum Ridge Crest Trail is a loop trail that takes you by a river located near Yakima, Washington.

Squilchuck Trail is an out-and-back trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Cashmere, Washington.

Wenas OHV Loop is a loop trail that takes you by a river located near Naches, Washington.

Upper Wheeler Reservoir is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a lake located near Wenatchee, Washington.

Squilchuck State Park Loop is a loop trail that takes you through a nice forest located near Wenatchee, Washington.