Ellensburg, Washington
Top Spots in and near Ellensburg
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Ellensburg, Washington
Hike Manastash Ridge
4 mi / 1700 ft gainManastash 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 fo...Read more -
Ellensburg, Washington
Hike the Rattlesnake Dance Ridge Trail
4.72.6 mi / 1350 ft gainStarting 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 ...Read more -
Ellensburg, Washington
Hike Umtanum Creek Canyon
4.53 mi / 500 ft gainPark 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 ...Read more -
Cle Elum, Washington
Wenatchee Crest Trail
6.53 mi / 712 ft gainWenatchee Crest Trail is an out-and-back trail that provides a good opportunity to view wildlife located near Cashmere, Washington.Read more -
Quincy, Washington
Adventuring in the Frenchman Coulee
5.0Occupying a cluster of desert canyons and mesas perched atop the cliffs overlooking the eastern bank of the mighty Columbia River, the Frenchman Coulee is a rock climber’s paradise. Featuring dozens of world-class sport and trad routes, both single- and multi-pitch, the climbing around Vantage li...Read more -
Quincy, Washington
Rock Climb 'The Sunshine Wall'
5.00.5 miI had never been outdoor rock climbing before, but when I heard my school was offering a trip out to Vantage, Washington over the weekend I couldn't pass up the opportunity!Vantage, Washington is smack in the middle of Washington's two largest cities, Seattle and Spokane. With its close proximity...Read more -
Quincy, Washington
Catch the Sunset at Wild Horse Monument
4.00.4 mi / 150 ft gainIf you're traveling along Hwy 90 in the middle of Washington State, the Wild Horse Monument is a fun and rather quick area to explore. Located 30 miles east of Ellensburg and 60 miles northwest of Yakima, the monument is located just across the Columbia River as you head east. As you drive, there...Read more -
Cle Elum, Washington
Backpack to Navaho Pass
12 mi / 4220 ft gainThis is a beautiful trail in the Teanaway area, located in Washington State. The trailhead starts along the Stafford Creek Trail and follows the creek for the first couple miles of the trail. There are a number of different types of wildflowers out here that make the first few miles a nice warmup...Read more -
Quincy, Washington
Ancient Lakes Trail
4.74.34 mi / 213 ft gainOn the hunt for a dry, scenic backpack during a weekend of dreary, wet, early September weather in the mountains, we decided to head toward the high desert outside of Quincy, WA. After a short hike in, we found a site seldom seen - waterfalls and lakes in the midst of the desert - an area known a...Read more -
Wenatchee, Washington
Hike to Saddle Rock
3.02 mi / 920 ft gainStarting from the south end of Wenatchee, hike straight up the obvious wide trail to the south side of Saddle Rock. You'll wind around the iconic rock feature and approach it from the back. A short and steep hike will reward you with wide open views of the Wenatchee Valley as you crest the hill...Read more -
Ronald, Washington
Kayak at Cle Elum Lake
We launched our kayaks from Speelyi Beach right into Cle Elum Lake. Surrounded with views of the beautiful Cascades and the Cle Elum Dam on the northwest side, exploring is endless. Parking: There is a small parking lot at the top of Speelyi Beach or you can drive right onto the beach to launch ...Read more -
Quincy, Washington
Ancient Lakes via Judith Pool
3.64.44 mi / 558 ft gainAll around you, waterfalls pour over cliffs as you gaze upon colorful lakes. If you're lucky, a coyote scampers by through a patch of wildflowers – it's just another beautiful day in the Ancient Lakes basin, a gem tucked along the Columbia River Gorge in Central Washington. From the parking lot,...Read more -
Leavenworth, Washington
Backpack to Ingalls Creek
3.011 mi / 1450 ft gainAs attempting to find a good overnight spot, I stumbled upon the mostly overlooked Ingalls Creek trail. Seemingly easy to get to, this seemed like a solid option for Spring camping. When we arrived, there were about four other cars in the parking lot, and my guess is that was about how many cars ...Read more -
Ronald, Washington
Hex Mountain Trail
7.36 mi / 2710 ft gainHex Mountain is a steep but rewarding out and back hike/snowshoe with 360 views from the peak. On a clear day you can see Mount Rainier, the Teanaways, the Stuart range, and many other surrounding peaks. Low avalanche risk makes this an enjoyable winter destination for snowshoers and backcountry ...Read more -
Wenatchee, Washington
Stroll through Ohme Garden
This is a great place to take a stroll and stretch your legs. With waterfalls and other beautiful scenery, definitely make a stop here if you find yourself in the area. No pets allowed.Read more -
Leavenworth, Washington
Climb Mount Stuart
5.0Global climbing legend Fred Beckey once said, "[Mount Stuart is] without a rival as the crown peak in the central Cascades of Washington, Mount Stuart has been pronounced the single greatest mass of exposed granite in the United States".To ascend the mountain by is easiest route, the Cascading Co...Read more
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Camping and Lodging in Ellensburg
Ellensburg, Washington
Ellensburg KOA Journey
Set on the Yakima River, this KOA is a great base camp for fishing or rafting. You're well situated for touring the Clymer Museum of Art,...
Ellensburg, Washington
Yakima River Canyon Campgrounds
Overview
The gentle Yakima River winds for 27 miles through massive basalt cliffs and rolling desert hills between Ellensburg and Yakima,...
Thorp, Washington
Taneum Cabin
Overview
The Taneum Cabin is located in the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest, approximately 20 miles from Ellensburg, Washington. The c...
Cle Elum, Washington
Mineral Springs Group
Overview
At an elevation of 2,500 feet, Mineral Springs Group Campground sits in the mountainous terrain of the Okanogan-Wenatchee Nation...
Naches, Washington
Cottonwood Campground (Wa)
Overview
Cottonwood Campground is located along the Naches River in the Northern Cascade Range of Washington. Craggy peaks, mountain mead...
Naches, Washington
Sawmill Flat Campground
Overview
Sawmill Flat Campground is located along the Naches River in the Northern Cascade Range of Washington.
The campground provides...