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From the mighty Columbia River to the snow-capped Cascade Mountains, Kittitas County is a premier destination for outdoor adventure, sunshine and unique cultural offerings.
Attractions
In a single day, you can fly fish the Yakima River, take in a jazz concert at Central Washington University and visit one of historic downtown Ellensburg's wine shops. Or you might want to explore Roslyn's mining history and hike in the Alpine Lakes Wilderness. There's boating the Columbia River near Vantage, snowmobile trails near Cle Elum and Roslyn and all kinds of offerings at Suncadia resort. We have plenty of places for horseback riding, hunting and shopping.
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Hidden Treasures Don’t Miss Attractions Scenic Drives Field & Farm Brews & Vines Arts & Culture
Communities 33 34 38 40 42 44 46
Ellensburg Cle Elum Roslyn Lower Kittitas County - Kittitas, Vantage, Thorp Upper Kittitas County - South Cle Elum, Ronald, Liberty Map of Kittitas County History of Kittitas County
Recreation 51 54 56 58 60
Cycling Experiences Hiking Experiences Water Experiences – Fishing, Floating, Boating & Watersports Outdoor Experiences – Wildlife Viewing, Birding, Golfing, Horseback Riding Winter Experiences
Accommodations 64 66
Lodging in Kittitas County Dining in Kittitas County
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MAY 4 - 5 IRON HORSE MOTORCYCLE SHOW
MAY 19 BARES N BRONCS
MAY 6 EASTON FISHING DAY
MAY 25 - 27 EQUESTRIANS INSTITUTE HORSE TRAIL
Red Horse Diner
Easton Ponds
MAY 11 - 13 CWU FAMILY WEEKEND
Various Ellensburg Locations
MAY 12 BLUEGRASS CONCERT
Swauk-Teanaway Grange
MAY 12 CHILDREN’S DAY AT THE FARMERS MARKET
Ellensburg Downtown – Various Locations
MAY 12 17TH ANNUAL GET INTIMATE WITH THE SHRUB-STEPPE Helen McCabe State Park
MAY 18 EASTERN WA BREWFEST
Iron Horse Brewery Pub
MAY 18 - 20 WESTERN ART ASSOCIATION (NATIONAL ART SHOW & AUCTION)
Rodeo Arena
Washington State Horse Park
MAY 26 EASTON MEMORIAL DAY PARADE & CAR SHOW Downtown Easton
MAY 26 VERITAS MEDIEVAL FAIRE
Dusty’s Nursery, Ellensburg
MAY 26 ROSLYN VETERANS CEMETERY MEMORIAL DAY SERVICE Roslyn Cemetery
MAY 27 ROSLYN RIDERS POKER RIDE
Roslyn Riders Playfield
JUNE
JUNE 1 - 2 CRUISIN FOR HOSPICE CAR SHOW
JUNE 16 - 17 ROSLYN VINTAGE TRAILER SHOW
JUNE 3 COAL MINE TRAIL RUN SERVICE
JUNE 20 - 24 ALPINE PREVIEW HUNTER JUMPER SHOW
JUNE 3 - 4 CENTRAL WA ART CONFAB
JUNE 30 ROSLYN RIDERS FAMILY FUN PLAY DAY
Downtown Ellensburg
Roslyn Cemetery
Gallery One
JUNE 9 EASTON PONDS FISHING DERBY Easton Ponds
JUNE 9 CWU GRADUATION Central Washington University
JUNE 10 - SEPT 9 ROSLYN FARMERS MARKET Pennsylvania Ave, Roslyn
JUNE 11 KIDS FISHING DERBY AT LAVENDER LAKE Exit 71 off I-90 – Lavender Lake
JUNE 13 - 15 SWIFTWATER INVITATIONAL HUNTER JUMPER SHOW
Washington State Horse Park
Kittitas Valley Event Center
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Runje Field (Roslyn City Park)
Washington State Horse Park
Roslyn Riders Playfield
JUNE 30 PIONEER DAYS CELEBRATION
Various Cle Elum Locations
JUNE 30 PIONEER DAYS FIREWORKS DISPLAY Wye Park, Cle Elum Dusk
JUNE TBD RAT PAC MTN BIKE FESTIVAL
JULY
JULY 1 37TH ANNUAL “THE RUNNER STUMBLES” 10K BY 24 HR GYM Suncadia Resort
JULY 6 - 8 COWBOY TRADITIONS RANCH ROPING SUMMER SOLSTICE
JULY 14 ELLENSBURG SPRINT TRIATHLON Irene Reinhart Riverfront Park
JULY 21 CROATIAN PICNIC
Runje Field (Roslyn City Park)
Kittitas Valley Event Center
JULY 27 - 29 ROSLYN INFORMAL MOOSEFEST
JULY 7 RONALD HERITAGE FESTIVAL
JULY 27 - 29 JAZZ IN THE VALLEY
Hawthorne Hall, Ronald
JULY 8 - 13 NORTHWEST WOOD CARVING ACADEMY Kittitas Valley Event Center Ellensburg
JULY 13 - 15 BLUES, BREWS & BBQ Wye Park, Cle Elum
JULY 13 - 15 BUCK BRANNAMAN CLINIC Kittitas Valley Event Center Ellensburg
JULY 14 AARF DOGGIE & TROLL OLYMPICS
Runje Field (Roslyn City Park)
Roslyn Café
Various Downtown Ellensburg Locations
JULY 27 - 29 CLE ELUM ROUNDUP
Washington State Horse Park
JULY 28 WINE IN THE VALLEY Gallery One
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AUGUST AUGUST 3 - 6 ROSLYN ART FESTIVAL
Various Downtown Roslyn Locations (Displayed until 8/20)
AUGUST 3 - 31 CELEBRATION OF ART Downtown Roslyn
AUGUST 6 - 7 GUN SHOW
Kittitas Valley Event Center Ellensburg
AUGUST 11 KRUISIN KITTITAS CAR SHOW, BURNOUTS AND MANIFOLD COOK-OFF Downtown Kittitas
AUGUST 18 CRUISE CLE ELUM CAR AND MOTORCYLE SHOW
SEPTEMBER
AUGUST 18 ELLENSBURG RODEO KICK-OFF BREAKFAST
Chamber Cowboys/Rotary Downtown Ellensburg
AUGUST 25 COURAGE CLASSIC BICYCLE RIDE 173 mile bike ride over 3 passes – Blewett Pass
AUGUST 25 - 26 NORTHWEST REINED COW HORSE SHOW Washington State Park
AUGUST 29 ELLENSBURG RODEO HOEDOWN IN THE DOWNTOWN Downtown Ellensburg
AUG 31 - SEPT 3 ELLENSBURG RODEO
OCTOBER
Rodeo Arena
SEPTEMBER 15 - 18 CWU WILDCAT WELCOME
OCTOBER 5 - 6 THORP COMMUNITY DAYS
OCTOBER 13 HUNTERS BREAKFAST
SEPTEMBER 1 - 2 HIGH COUNTRY LOGGING SHOW
SEPTEMBER 18 BITE OF THE BURG
OCTOBER 5 - 8 ELLENSBURG FILM FESTIVAL
OCTOBER 13 - 14 SUNCADIA HARVEST FEST. WEEKEND TWO
OCTOBER 5 - 27 HUFFMAN FARMS HAUNTED FOREST & CORN MAZE
OCTOBER 20 CLYMER RENDEZVOUS
Runje Field (Roslyn City Park)
SEPTEMBER 1 - 3 KITTITAS COUNTY FAIR
Kittitas Valley Event Center Ellensburg
SEPTEMBER 1 - 3 COAL MINERS PARADE AND FESTIVAL Downtown Roslyn
SEPTEMBER 15 - 16 EARLY IRON CLUB THRESHING BEE AND ANTIQUE EQUIPMENT SHOW
Various Ellensburg Locations
Downtown Ellensburg
SEPTEMBER 22 PAINT ELLENSBURG Gallery One
SEPTEMBER 22 - 23 EQUESTRIANS INSTITUTE HORSE TRAIL Washington State Horse Park, Cle Elum
SEPTEMBER 28 - 29 BUSKERS IN THE BURG Downtown Ellensburg
Community of Thorp
CWU McConnell Auditorium
Friday & Saturday 7pm-10pm (Weather dependant)
OCTOBER 6 - 7 SUNCADIA HARVEST FEST. WEEKEND ONE Suncadia Resort
OCTOBER 6 - 28 HUFFMAN FARMS U-PICK WEEKENDS Sat & Sun 10am-4 pm
Anderson Hay & Grain
OCTOBER 7 MANASTASH METRIC BIKE RIDE
Downtown Cle Elum
Mount Stuart Elementary School
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FIRST FRIDAY ARTWALK
KITTITAS COUNTY FARMERS MARKET
KITTITAS COUNTY AUDUBON SOCIETY BIRDWALK
ROSLYN SUNDAY MARKET
First Friday of every month – Downtown Ellensburg
First Saturday of every month / 8am Irene Rinehart Riverfront Park, Ellensburg
Every Saturday / 9am - 1pm / May through October Downtown Ellensburg Every Sunday / 10am - 2pm Mid-June through mid-September Downtown Roslyn
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OCTOBER 12 - 28 HAUNTING ELLENSBURG
Kittitas Valley Event Center Friday and Saturdays only
OCTOBER 13 MOUNTAIN ALE FESTIVAL
Swauk-Teanaway Grange
Suncadia Resort
Location TBD
OCTOBER 20-21 & 27-28 & 31 THE OLD HAUNTED RONALD SCHOOLHOUSE
Last 2 weekends of October and Halloween
OCTOBER 27 JUNK-TIQUEN IN THE BURG
Kittitas Valley Event Center Ellensburg
OCTOBER 31 TRICK OR TREAT Various Downtown Ellensburg Locations
OCTOBER 31 BOO-ELUM
Various Downtown Cle Elum Locations
OCTOBER 31 ROSLYN DOWNTOWN HALLOWEEN
Various Downtown Roslyn Locatons
Downtown Roslyn
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NOVEMBER NOVEMBER 10 GRANGE CHRISTMAS BAZAAR AND CHILI FEED Swauke-Teanaway Grange
NOVEMBER 11 VETERANS DAY PARADE AND LUNCH Downtown Ellensburg
NOVEMBER 23 PLAID FRIDAY – SHOP LOCAL Various Downtown Ellensburg Locations
NOVEMBER 23 COOKIE SCAVENGER HUNT Various Downtown Ellensburg Locations
NOVEMBER 23 MOMENTS TO REMEMBER HOLIDAY BAZAAR Various Downtown Ellensburg Locations
DECEMBER
NOVEMBER 24 HOLIDAYS IN THE COUNTRY BAZAAR
DEC 30 - JAN 1 MOUNTAIN VOICES CHRISTMAS CHOIR
NOVEMBER 26 MYELLENSBURG SNOWBALL DROP
DECEMBER 1 PARADE OF LIGHTS
MacIntosh Ranch
Downtown Ellensburg
NOV - DEC HOMETOWN HOLIDAYS
Various Downtown Ellensburg Locations
Cle Elum Community Church
Downtown Cle Elum
DECEMBER 1 SANTA PAWS PICTURES
Downtown Cle Elum Radio Shack 1 am – 3 pm
DECEMBER 1 CHRISTMAS IN CLE ELUM
Downtown Cle Elum Pensylvania Ave 2 – 8 pm
DECEMBER 1 CHRISTMAS IN KITTITAS
Downtown Kittitas
DECEMBER 2 TEDDY BEAR TEA Downtown Ellensburg
NOVEMBER 23 ROSLYN OLD TOWN CHRISTMAS
DECEMBER 2 GRANGE COMMUNITY CHRISTMAS DINNER
2019 EVENTS
JANUARY
Swauk-Teanaway Grange
WINTERHOP BREWFEST Kittitas County Chamber of Commerce
DECEMBER 6 GIRLS NIGHT OUT
SNOWMOBILE FUN RUN Upper County Rotary
Downtown Ellensburg
DECEMBER 7 TREE OF LOVE – HOSPICE FRIENDS Downtown Ellensburg
DECEMBER 11 TREE OF LOVE – HOSPICE FRIENDS Downtown Cle Elum
DECEMBER 15 WINTER SOLSTICE FESTIVAL TBA
DECEMBER 31 DAILY RECORD NEW YEAR’S EVE CELEBRATION
Kittitas Valley Event Center
Downtown Roslyn Locations
KEEN WINTER FAIR KEEN JAZZ, BITES & SIPS Lenny Price
FEBRUARY SPIRIT OF THE WEST COWBOY GATHERING Spirit of the West
RESTAURANT WEEK Ellensburg Downtown Association
MARCH KXLE HOME SHOW KXLE 95.3 BACKCOUNTRY HORSEMAN Kittits Valley Event Center SEUSSAPALOOZA Cle Elum Centennial Center
Downtown rodeo parade on Pearl Street in Ellensburg circa 1940s.
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ROSLYN STUDENT ART WALK Downtown Roslyn SWAUK TEANAWAY GRANGE CHILI COOK OFF Swauk Teanaway Grange AARF DOGGIE EASTER EGG HUNT AARF
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APRIL YAKIMA RIVER CANYON MARATHON Yakima Canyon SPRING GIRLS NIGHT OUT Ellensburg Downtown Association WASHINGTON RODEO ROYALTY ROUNDUP Damman School JUNK-TIQUEN IN THE BURG Kittitas Valley Event Center CWU COLLEGE RODEO Kittitas Valley Event Center
MAY IRON HORSE MOTORCYCLE SHOW Red Horse Drive-in CWU FAMILY WEEKEND Central Washington University WASHINGTON FLY FISHING CONCLAVE WFFCC EASTERN WA BREWFEST Iron Horse Brewery WESTERN NATIONAL ART SHOW WAA BARES N BRONCS Daniel Beard Rodeo Co.
KITTITAS COUNTY FAIR, 2018
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Family adventures, leisure scenic drives, arts, and entertainment... Whatever you are seeking Kittitas County will deliver.
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From peaceful hikes, awe-inspiring vistas and out-of-the-way fishing holes, Kittitas County is full of hidden treasures. Here are some of our favorite spots that are off the beaten path. Ellensburg Rodeo Hall of Fame
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ἀ is 20-acre park is off Judge Ronald Road. (Take Th Vantage Highway to Pfenning or Wilson Creek to access it). Keep an eye out, because there’s no sign on the road — look for the line of trees and a break in the rail fence. ἀ e park is primarily used by locals out for walk or jog, and by local birders. Pets are welcome on a leash.
ἀ is park is popular with locals, and includes a scenic trail along the Yakima River. ἀ e trail ends up at Carey Lake, with a connection to Rotary Park via a bridge under I-90. It’s popular with families. Pets are welcome on a leash. Take the I-90 Ellensburg exit 109. Turn right onto Canyon Road. Turn left onto Umptanum Road. Travel eastbound on Umptanum Road for approximately 1 mile. ἀ e entrance road to the park is on the right side of Umptanum Road just before crossing over the Yakima River.
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You might be surprised where you’ll find public art in Ellensburg. “ἀ e Bull” statue at Rotary Pavilion in downtown and the “Kitt Coyote” statue by at the Ellensburg
Public Library are worth a visit (photos with the Bull are an Ellensburg tradition). ἀ e two sculptures are by the renowned sculptor Richard Byers. ἀ ere also are a number of historic advertising murals in downtown Ellensburg. ἀ ere’s a large collection of public art at Central Washington University, including a tranquil Japanese garden in the center of campus near the SURC. Cle Elum and Roslyn also have a fantastic collection of murals. Check out the Marlon Brando at the Roslyn ἀ eatre, the Roslyn Cafe sign made famous by the 1990s television show “Northern Exposure,” and the Bull Durham mural in Cle Elum.
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The Umtanum Creek recreation area in the Yakima ἀ Canyon offers something for everyone — a scenic footbridge, a spectacular trail that’s accessible year-round, camping, picnicking, and fishing access. It’s also a great place to see bighorn sheep. ἀ e parking lot is owned by BLM and fees are in place yearround; $5 a car. For those familiar with the area, try the Umtanum Ridge Crest Trail or Umtanum Creek Falls. Go to the Washington Trails Association website for directions and more information. CENTRAL WASHINGTON | VISITORS GUIDE
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This day-use park is at the junction of Th ἀ ἀ rall and Canyon roads five miles southeast of Ellensburg, at the mouth of the Yakima Canyon. ἀ ere’s easily accessible fishing with a chance to catch trout and channel catfish, and an interpretive trail created by the Kittitas Environmental Education Network.
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This trail follows the former Milwaukee ἀ Railroad bed for 285 miles across two-thirds across most of Washington, from the Cascade Mountains to the Idaho border. In Kittitas County, the trail is part of Iron Horse State Park. ἀ e trail is easily accessible in Ellensburg, ἀ orp, Kittitas and South Cle Elum with easy trails that are great for dog walking or cycling. Railroad buffs will want to visit historic depots in South Cle Elum and Kittitas. ἀ ere’s a barbecue restaurant called Smokey’s inside the South Cle Elum station. ἀ e crown jewel of the Iron Horse tunnels is the Snoqualmie Tunnel, a 2.3-mile-long pathway underneath Snoqualmie Pass. Bring a flashlight or headlamp. ἀ e tunnel is closed Nov. 1 through May 1. Access it via Exit 54 off Interstate 90 to state Route 906.
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ἀ e Ellensburg Rodeo Hall of Fame Association is a non-profit organization founded in 1997 to preserve the history and traditions of the Ellensburg Rodeo. ἀ e Hall of Fame has collected saddles and tack, memoirs, photos, posters, buckles, programs and more from the rodeo, with some items on display at the Clymer Museum and Gallery in downtown Ellensburg.
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PHOTO BY ERIC MILLER
Lion’s Rock north of Ellensburg is a great place to explore by car, horse, or foot. From Ellensburg, drive north on Reecer Creek Road all the way into the mountains, when it changes into a Forest Service road. It’s the perfect place to hike, camp, picnic, stargaze, or search for wildflowers.
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If you are an adventurous eater, Ellensburg has a lot to offer. Here are just a few places to try based on a community survey:
Yellow Church Cafe: As the name implies, the Yellow Church was home to the Good Hope Lutheran Church until 1967. It’s known for its fresh, seasonal ingredients, and for its must-try Heavenly Loaf. ἀ e Red Pickle: ἀ is food truck, which is usually parked next to Whipsaw Brewing, serves up food with a Guatamalan flair. Try the bratwurst, fried chicken sandwiches or Gaucho burger with chimichurri. Brix: ἀ is wine bar in downtown Ellensburg has a wide selection of beer and wine, including many regional offerings. Rodeo City Bar-B-Q: ἀ is local institution serves up barbecue of all types, tri-tip dip, redneck nachos, and more. Snap a photo at the bar, where the stools are saddles. For a more extensive listing of restaurants in Kittitas County go to page 66.
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ἀ e Brick Saloon of Roslyn, circa 1889, is not only a historic structure in its own right, but also is the showcase of vintage interior fi xtures, including a 100-year-old back bar made in England and a 23-foot-long running-water spittoon. John Buffo and Peter Giovanni, original business owners, installed a gutter-like metal trough along the bottom of the bar that swishes away spit with running water.
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Cle Elum was one of the last cities in the country to use a manual telephone switchboard, and the museum displays cover the history of telephone technology from 1901 to 1970. ἀ e museum has several switchboards dating back to the early 1900s, and telephones kids can try. ἀ e museum is open Memorial Day until Labor Day at 221 E. First St. in Cle Elum.
This cabin off the Teanaway Road is available ἀ for rent during from June through midNovember and mid-December through early April. It was originally constructed by gold miner Archie Redding, who built the cabin near Mineral Springs. When he died in 1978, it came into Forest Service possession and was used as a fire guard station until it was open to the public for reservations in 2004. For more information, contact the Cle Elum Ranger District. Reservations are available online.
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Learn about wind power, take in an eclectic collection of yard art or visit a historic mill. Whether you are visiting for the day or a long-time resident, these Kittitas County attractions are worth a stop.
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This pioneer farm east of Ellensburg was homesteaded ἀ by the Olmstead family for 100 years before it was donated to the state of Washington. Most of the original buildings are still intact, including the original cabin and farmhouse. Volunteers help keep up the historic gardens, and interpretive programs are planned (check ahead for information). www.parks.wa.gov 921 Ferguson Road, Ellensburg
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Puget Sound Energy’s Wind and Solar Facility has a visitor center east of Ellensburg with interactive displays, tours, and a great view of the surrounding area. ἀ e center is open April 1 to Nov. 30, weather permitting, seven days a week. Outdoor trails lead to a solar array, blade, turbine generator and additional displays. www.pse.com 25905 Vantage Hwy, Ellensburg
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Local artists Jane Orleman and her late husband, Dick Elliott, have spent more than 35 years amassing an eclectic collection of artwork from more than 40 Northwest artists in their home and yard at First Avenue and Pearl Street. Nearly every post and fence is covered with highway reflectors, 10,000 bottle caps, colored glass bottles and bicycle wheels. ἀ e pieces in the yard are ever changing — as old pieces decay, new ones are added. www.reflectorart.com First Ave. and Pearl St., Ellensburg
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The ἀ ἀ Thorp Mill was a gathering place for area farmers who brought their grain to be milled from 1883 to 1946. ἀ e mill was placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1977, and restoration work went into high gear in the late 1980s and through the early 1990s. Self-guided outdoor tours are available year round, with guided indoor tours offered in the summer. ἀ e mill is on North ἀ orp Highway northwest of ἀ orp’s small residential area and ἀ orp School District buildings. www.thorp.org 11640 Thorp Hwy N., Thorp 16
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The Suncadia resort near Roslyn and Cle Elum ἀ provides activities and events all year round, from ice skating the winter to cycling in the summer. ἀ e resort is home to three golf courses — Rope Rider, Prospector, and the private Tumble Creek. Suncadia and Swift water Cellars host concerts and other activities. A popular fall festival is held at the old Nelson Dairy Farm at Suncadia, and a mud run and downhill dummy race draw enthusiastic crowds. www.suncadiaresort.com www.swiftwatercellars.com 3600 Suncadia Trail, I-90 Exit 80
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Officially known as the Cle Elum Supplementation and Research Facility, the hatchery opened in 1997 with the goal of boosting the spring chinook salmon population and supporting research. It is sponsored in part by the Yakama Nation and Bonneville Power Administration. Visitors can see the facility from a sheltered viewing area. ἀ e hatchery is open for tours in the summer. Call 509-674-3701 for more information. South Cle Elum
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The mountain lake is a popular destination summer ἀ and winter. In the summer, it’s a great place for fishing, boating, kayaking, canoeing and paddle boarding. ἀ e campground is full most weekends, and the day-use parking lot fi lls up on sunny days. Camping reservations are recommended. In the winter, the park offers cross-country and snowmobiling trails. 150 Lake Easton State Park Road, Easton I-90, Exit 70
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Taking a drive anywhere in Kittitas County is sure to live up to expectations. Enjoy the leaves changing colors in the fall and the livestock grazing in the spring. In the summer, roll down that window and let the fresh rural air cool you off. Scenery can be spectacular in the winter too with the surrounding hills covered in snow.
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Drive the 22-mile Yakima River Canyon Highway (state Route 821) southeast of Ellensburg to Selah, and you might catch a glimpse of bighorn sheep, deer, or bald eagles. Any time of year, you’ll view stunning scenery and interesting geology. Turn around at Selah and come back through again and you’ll see things differently the other direction. ἀ e U.S. Bureau of Land Management offers recreation areas, restrooms, hiking trails, and campsites along the highway. ἀ e river offers world-class fly fishing and is popular with floaters during the summer.
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This scenic drive goes 23 miles from the ἀ Kittitas Valley floor up steep slopes north of Ellensburg to an elevation of 6,300 feet. Head north on Reecer Creek Road, and go past its end on gravel to Forest Service Road 35.
Drive along state Route 903 north of Roslyn for tremendous views of jagged Cascade peaks, the Cle Elum River and quiet mountain lakes. ἀ e paved route ends at Salmon la Sac, which has 67 camp sites and a free day-use picnic area nestled between the Cle Elum and Cooper rivers. ἀ e area is popular for camping, hiking, boating, cross-country skiing, berry picking, kayaking, picnicking, and more. ἀ e Gallagher trailhead near the Salmon la Sac area provides a popular motorized off-road vehicle area. Horses can be lodged in the corrals at the Forest Service’s Cayuse Horse Camp, near the Salmon la Sac guard station. ἀ e road is plowed all the way to Salmon la Sac in the winter.
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If you are looking for a scenic alternative to the traffic on Interstate 90, try state Route 10, which runs from Ellensburg to Cle Elum. ἀ e route follows the Yakima River. You’ll see picturesque farmland, wind turbines, and people fishing and floating. It’s a particularly scenic drive in September and October when the leaves begin to change color.
The Teanaway Road offers dazzling ἀ views of the Teanaway River and valley. While the paved portion of the Teanaway Road is in good condition, high-clearance vehicles are advised for the unpaved portion of the road about 15 miles into the valley.
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Starting in 2012, a group of local volunteers made it their mission to set up a self-guided route of folk-art murals on barns around Kittitas County. ἀ ey quickly succeeded. Today there are more than 100 murals on area barns, and each painted quilt block has its own story. Visitors will be able to spot some of the quilt squares at the Kittitas County fairgrounds and in downtown Ellensburg, but there also are several scenic routes you can take to find the quilt squares. ἀ e county’s arid climate has preserved old barns, and many are still in use today for hay and livestock. For more information and maps of the locations, go to myellensburg.com or stop by the Kittitas County Chamber of Commerce office in Ellensburg or Cle Elum.
TOPPENISH The City of Murals & Museums... Where the West Still Lives.
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Farming is a way of life in Kittitas County. While the area is known for Timothy Hay and cattle, it also has a thriving 4-H program, two popular farmers markets and a number of small scale producers offering seasonal produce, meat and other products. Here are some ideas for farm and field adventures in Kittitas County:
field & farm ■ a g a pe WeLLs Fa r Ms Beef and cows; Upper Badger Pocket Road; visitors welcome, call ahead at 509-968-3365, agapewells@fairpoint.net
■ d o Min io n Far M/ d Us t Y’s nUr s er Y 1116 E. Mountain View Ave., Ellensburg, 509-925-7878
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Goat milk body products, farm visits by appointment only, No. 81 Road, Ellensburg, Andersonfamilyfarm1979.com, andersonfamilyfarm@live.com (email only)
Eggs, quail eggs, dried/fresh herbs, sold at Gibson’s Produce, exit 101 Interstate 90, ἀ orp (behind ἀ Th Thorp Fruit)
■ Br ic k ro a d La Ven de r Farm stand only – lavender and flowers, mid June through end of July, Brickroadlavender@gmail.com; Northwestrainhandcrafted.com
■ c o o k e c r eek sh ee p c oMp a n Y Pasture raised lamb and wool, www.cookecreeksheep.com
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Farmers Markets ■ The Kittitas County Farmers Market in Ellensburg runs from May through October. The market is open from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturdays on Fourth Avenue between Pearl and Ruby streets downtown. Market-goers often are treated to live musical performances.
■ In the Upper County, the Roslyn Farmers Market runs 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Sundays from mid-June through mid-September. It features an array of fruit, vegetables, flowers, baked goods and crafts, and often includes live music.
■ eLLen s BUr g Ber r ies U-pick berries and other fruit; 420 Canyon River Terrace; Ellensburg; contact via Facebook at Ellensburgberries
■ eLLen s BUr g c a n Yo n Win erY Tasting hours February through November, 221 Canyon Vista Way, 509-933-3523, Facebook at EllensburgCanyonWinery
■ gre en Bo W Far M Pasture raised meats, soaps, yarn and lambskins; on-site farm store; 3890 Vantage Highway, Ellensburg, Greenbowfarm.com, info@greenbowfarm.com, 206-369-5854
■ h UFFMan Far Ms U-pick pumpkins and family fall adventures, 6181 Wilson Creek Road, Huff manfarms.com, Facebook: Huff manFarms
■ h o n es t c Ut M ea t s Grass fed beef, Vantage Highway, 509-899-2123; Facebook: Honestcutmeats
■ k it t it a s Va LLeY gre enh o Us e Tomatoes sold at farmers markets around the region, Kittitasvalleygreenhouse.com, 509-925-5596
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field & farm ■ Mo r eL a d VentU r es Guided morel mushroom hunting during the season, 509-312-9596, https://moreladventures.com
■ o LMs t ea d p La c e s t a t e park 921 Ferguson Road near Kittitas, 509-925-1943, Parks.state. wa.us/556/Olmstead-Place
■ park e c re ek Far M Yarn, wool, pasture raised lamb, produce, on-site farm stand; Facebook: ParkeCreekFarm; parkecreekfarm@fairpoint.net; 509-968-9630
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Seasonal flower stand with lavender and cut flowers; hours vary by appointment; call, email, or check Facebook for hours and make appointments.; Rader Road, Ellensburg; 509-925-1295; info@springcreeklavender.com
■ t er r a Vin e g r o Wer s Vegetable and herb garden, call for more information, 509-968-4040, contact@terravinegrowers.com
■ t hr a LL and d o d g e Winery, tasting room at 109 N. Main St., Kittitas
■ Ver h eY’s pea c h es
Farm store and U-pick, 12610 Hwy 10, 509-607-9495, Facebook: riverfarmellensburg
Peaches, vegetable and herb garden, Facebook: verheypeaches
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Pasture raised organic meats, farm tours and pending farm stays, 3650 Passmore Road, Ellensburg, Windynranch.com, 509-962-4873
Airbnb rooms for overnight reservation, 3 outfitted rooms, RV & LQ space with power and water. Jump off point for hiking, fishing, raft ing, trail rides, snowmobiling, and hunting. (Facebook: rustyironfarm.wa), Westside Road, Cle Elum
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Whether you are a fan of crisp Chardonnay or hoppy craft brew, Kittitas County’s wine and beer options won’t disappoint. The number of options for tasting wine and beer has grown over the past few years, aided by a strong entrepreneurial spirit.
Barrel storage room at Swiftwater Cellars
brews & vines Tasting R�oms Basecamp Books & Bites 110 W. Pennsylvania Ave. Roslyn
Marko’s Place 106 N. 1st St. Roslyn
Brix Elevage Wine Co. 109 W. Third Ave. Ellensburg
Parlour Car Bistro 105 N Pennsylvania Ave. Cle Elum
Ellensburg Canyon Winery 221 Canyon Vista Way Ellensburg
Pioneer Coffee 121 N. Pennsylvania Ave. Cle Elum
Gard Vintners 311 N. Pearl St. Ellensburg
Springboard Winery Main Street and Fifth Ave. Ellensburg
Grapes and Crepes 115 E. Fourth Ave. Ellensburg
Swiftwater Cellars Suncadia Resort
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ach year brings new beer and wine tasting opportunities in Kittitas County, as breweries and wineries continue to flourish. Breweries include Iron Horse Brewery in Ellensburg with a pub on Main Street, Whipsaw Brewing on Wenas Street in Ellensburg, DruBru at Snoqualmie Pass, Mule and Elk in Cle Elum, the Roslyn Brewing Co. on Pennsylvania Avenue in Roslyn and the new Taneum Creek Brewery in Cle Elum. A new distillery opened in the NWI building in Roslyn in 2017. Two big beer tasting events happen each year — the WinterHop BrewFest in January, which brings breweries from around the region to venues in downtown Ellensburg, and the Mountain Ale Festival in
Roslyn in early October. Both are popular with locals and visitors alike. For more information and tickets, contact the Kittitas County Chamber of Commerce. As for wine, Kittitas Valley falls in the western-most part of the Columbia Valley Appellation. Varietals grown or produced in the Kittitas Valley include Cabernet Franc, Chardonnay, Riesling, Merlot, Malbec, Syrah, Muscat Ottonel, and Sauvignon Blanc. Downtown art galleries also host special wine tasting events during Jazz in the Valley in July. Central Washington University offers a bachelor’s degree in global wine studies and craft beer certificates.
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Adams Apple Cider 221 Canyon Vista Way Ellensburg
Iron Horse Brewery 412 N Main St, Ellensburg www.ironhorsebrewery.com
Canyon Mist Vineyards 800 Canyon Ranch Road, Ellensburg
Mission Peak Vineyard 75 Klocke Rd, Ellensburg
Dru Bru 10 Pass Life Way, Snoqualmie Pass www.drubru.com
Mule and Elk Brewing Co. 418 E. First St., Cle Elum www.muleandelk.com
Ellensburg Brewing Co. 206 N. Main St.
Roslyn Brewing Co. 208 Pennsylvania Ave., Roslyn www.roslynbrewery.com
Ellensburg Canyon Winery 221 Canyon Vista Way, Ellensburg ellensburgcanyonwinery.com
Taneum Creek Brewing 811 Highway 970, Cle Elum (near the I-90 exit)
Ellensburg Distillery 4621 Rader Rd., Ellensburg
Wheel Line Cider 15730 Upper Badger Pocket Rd. Ellensburg
Heritage Distilling Co. NWI Building, 101 E. Pennsylvania Ave., Roslyn
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WHIPSAW BREWING 704 N. Wenas Street Ellensburg, WA 98926 (360) 463-0436 Whipsaw Brewing is a 3 Barrel system artisan NANO-brewery. Every batch of beer is personally hand-crafted and tasted to ensure the highest quality product for our Patrons.
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GåRd VINtNERS ICICLE BREWING COMPANY 935 Front Street Leavenworth, WA 98926 (509) 548-2739 iciclebrewing.com While experiencing downtown Leavenworth, visit our production craft brewery and family friendly tasting room. Here you will enjoy fresh ales and lagers with locally produced artisan foods. From the top of the mountains to the bottom of your glass! Cheers!
311 N. Pearl St. Ellensburg, WA (509) 925-1095 GardVintners.com Award-winning estate wine, regional craft beer and great food in historic downtown Ellensburg. Our portfolio of 90+ point wines includes reds, whites, rosés and dessert wines, all grown sustainably at Lawrence Vineyards on the Royal Slope. Family owned and operated. Live music on 1st and 3rd Friday nights.
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HERItAGE dIStILLING COMPANY INC. 101 E. Pennsylvania Ave. Roslyn, WA 98941 (509) 904-0957 HDCRoslyn@heritagedistilling.com Head to Roslyn’s hometown craft distillery – Heritage Distilling Company (HDC) in the historic NWIC Building. Treat your palate to a flight of award winning whiskeys, gins & vodkas while taking in the unique space. The family friendly tasting room is open daily and boasts an extensive selection of barware, cocktail supplies, memberships, merchandise, customizable gift packs and of course, spirits. Heritage Distilling Co. – Trusted. Local. Spirits.
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IRON HORSE BREWERY PUB - 412 N Main St. Ellensburg, WA (509) 933-3134 ironhorsebrewery.com We make beer for your mouth parts. We think it is delicious, but we can’t speak for you, since we are not friends. Unless we are friends and you are reading this, in which case, why aren’t you at [the pub], friend? We now have food and beer.
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Kittitas County has an active, vibrant community of artists, musicians and performers. There’s a wide array of galleries, and performances are scheduled throughout the year.
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Live music is offered at a number of local venues. Local jazz musician, Lenny Price, hosts Jazz Bites & Sips events in downtown Ellensburg. ἀ e county also plays host to a number of music festivals during the year. ἀ e Jazz in the Valley music festival, held on the last weekend of July, brings musicians from around the Northwest to Ellensburg for a weekend of music and dancing. If western music is more to your liking, Spirit of 28
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the West over Presidents Day weekend each February brings top-name singers and cowboy poets to town. Buskers in the Burg, held in downtown Ellensburg in September, features street performers, giant puppets and an outdoor concert. Swift water Cellars, Suncadia and the Canyon River Ranch offer popular summer concert series in the summer. ἀ e city of Ellensburg also runs a free concert in the park series in August.
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Community theater is alive and well in Kittitas County with performances throughout the year from Valley Musical ἀ eatre in Ellensburg and Boulet Productions in Upper Kittitas County. ἀ e Orchesis Dance Company presents shows at CWU, and there are a number of private dance studios in the county. ἀ ere are regular contra dances at the Hal Holmes Center, a private dance club called Rigadoon, a swing dance club at CWU, and Tusuy Peru, which performs traditional Peruvian dances.
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Music and theater productions at Central Washington University are some of the community’s best-kept secrets. ἀ e McIntyre Music Building hosts numerous performances. Student jazz, orchestra and
choir concerts are not-to-miss, and visiting performers often play in concerts open to the community. Central ἀ eatre Ensemble presents musicals and dramatic productions during the school year. Past musical productions have included “Mary Poppins” and “Legally Blonde.” For more information, go to cwu.edu/ tickets.
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High Country Artists (www. highcountryartists.com) in the Upper County puts on a Fresh Air Festival each summer with a focus on plein air painting and workshops. ἀ e Roslyn Art Festival in the summer brings people together with art and music offerings.
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416 N. Pearl St., Ellensburg The Clymer showcases the work of one of Ellensburg’s most celebrated artists, John Clymer. Through the course of his career, Clymer gained recognition through the Saturday Evening Post.
408 N. Pearl St., Ellensburg A nonprofit gallery that features local artists as well as those from outside the community. The gallery offers classes, summer camps for children and has a ceramics studio. It hosts a variety of community events throughout the year.
• 420 Loft, 420 N. Pearl St., in Ellensburg; rotating exhibits and events. The building also is home to Ellensburg Community Radio.
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• Fused, 101 E. Pennsylvania Ave., Roslyn, glass studio and gallery with classes and instruction.
Western art association and goodey gallery 416 N. Pearl St., Ellensburg The Western Art Association’s National Fine Art Show and Auction is held the third full weekend in May in Ellensburg. The Goodey Gallery showcases Western and regional artists.
ellensburg rodeo hall of Fame 416 N. Pearl St., Ellensburg The Ellensburg Rodeo Hall of Fame showcases the people and events that have made the Ellensburg Rodeo a destination for more than 100 years. Collections include photos, posters, saddles, buckles and other artifacts.
CWU campus, Randall Hall on Dean Nicholson Blvd., Ellensburg It is dedicated to showing CWU student, faculty and alumni artwork, and has special events throughout the year.
c arpenter h ouse Museum and ga llery 302 W. Third St., Cle Elum This 1914 mansion is the former home of Cle Elum banker Frank Carpenter and his family. High Country Artists, an upper Kittitas County art group, displays art with a featured artist exhibit on the main floor each month.
• r oxy a llen a rts, 301 N. Pine St.; Ellensburg; offers art classes, private events and artwork.
• Basecamp Books and Bites, 110 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Roslyn; rotating art exhibits. • n ielsen g allery of Fine a rt, 109 S. First St., Roslyn; Aboriginal, nautical, Western American Indian, Asian and English fox hunting pieces.
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Unique, eclectic, real — three words that easily describe what you’ll discover within the communities of Kittitas County. Each has a distinct history that adds depth and character to its identity.
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something f� everyone Ellensburg is known for Central Washington University and its famous rodeo, but it is also art and music destination with easy access to the outdoors.
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n the north side of town is Central Washington University, which first opened its doors as the Washington State Normal School in 1891, two years after Washington became a state. ἀ e normal school became Central Washington College of Education in 1937, Central Washington State College in 1961, and Central Washington University in 1977. About 9,000 students attend CWU’s Ellensburg campus. Its nearly year-round offerings of events and activities bring vibrancy to the town. Ellensburg boasts a successful lineup of festivals and community events year round that bring in tourists, entertain the locals and celebrate the town’s history, including Spirit of the West, Dachshunds on Parade,
Jazz in the Valley and Buskers in the Burg. Ellensburg’s historic downtown is a destination that offers small-town charm, a vibrant history and a diverse collection of shops, restaurants and galleries. Much of downtown was destroyed by the Great Fire of 1889 and the community quickly rebuilt. As a reminder, a mural on the side of the Davidson building on Pearl Street depicts a phoenix rising from the ashes. ἀ e city is a leader in renewable energy. Wind farms are scattered throughout the valley, and a community solar electric project gives Ellensburg residents an opportunity to invest in locally produced energy and receive a credit on their electric bill in return.
Ellensburg Rodeo & Kittitas County Fair The Ellensburg Rodeo Arena and the annual Ellensburg Rodeo attract champion cowboys and thousands of fans every Labor Day weekend. The rodeo is paired each year with the Kittitas County Fair. The Ellensburg Rodeo is one of the Top 25 PRCA rodeos and host to the Xtreme Bulls Tour finale. The fast-paced, bull-riding only competition showcases the top cowboys and bovine athletes in the world. The fair also offers a plethora of entertainment options for all ages to enjoy, as well as exhibits ranging
from photography to hand-crafted goods. 4-H and FFA members show their livestock throughout the weekend as well. ELLENSBURG RODEO: www.ellensburgrodeo.com 509-962-7831 or 800-637-2444 KITTITAS COUNTY FAIR: www.kittitascountyfair.com 509-962-7639 or 800-426-5340
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cle elum
a recreational mecca The city of Cle Elum, nestled amongst the eastern Cascades’ towering evergreens and located within sight of jagged peaks, has evolved since its incorporation in 1902 from a mining and logging town into a hub for Upper Kittitas County’s burgeoning recreation scene.
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le Elum boasts a population of about 1,870. ἀ e name Cle Elum derives from the Kittitas Native American word for “swift water,” a reference to the currents of the Cle Elum river. In the winter, skiers, snowmobilers and snowshoers still pass through town on their way to nearby Snoqualmie Pass or the backcountry of the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest. In the summertime, the town plays host to anglers, hikers, bikers and outdoor enthusiasts of nearly every variety. Within town, history and recreation often blend. Visitors can enjoy the Coal Mines Trail, a former railway bed that links the towns of Roslyn, Ronald and Cle Elum, as it meanders past the sites of several historical coal mines. Motorized vehicles are only
teanaway – a feast for your eyes Spring comes early to the Teanaway area, and trees changing colors during the fall are spectacular. The area offers camping, hiking, fishing, horseback riding and other opportunities to explore the backcountry. The picturesque Swauk-Teanaway Grange on Ballard Hill Road offers a number of activities throughout the year, including a popular hunters breakfast, bluegrass concerts and a holiday bazaar.
permitted on the trail during winter months, when it opens for snowmobile use. ἀ e historic Carpenter House offers visitors a glimpse at life in early 20th century Cle Elum. ἀ e Historical Society also operates Cle Elum’s telephone museum, which documents the switch from manual phone service to automatic dialing. Coffee houses, restaurants and shops are spread throughout the streets of downtown Cle Elum. Some of the most popular draws include Owens Meat, a 100-plus year old meat market, Glondo’s Sausage Co., an old world-style Italian market, and the Cle Elum Bakery. For more information, go to www.discovercleeleum.com
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KVH Hospital is a critical-access hospital and a Level IV trauma facility. The hospital’s Emergency Department is staffed 24/7 by an emergency physician. Learn more about KVH at kvhealthcare.org.
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KVH Hospital also offers inpatient and outpatient surgical services; critical care; a family birthing center; cardiopulmonary services; and lab, imaging, and pharmacy services.
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The Emergency Department at KVH Hospital offers a full complement of emergency patient services, which includes Ouchless ER for pediatric patients.
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Roslyn started as a coal mining settlement in the late 1800s. Today, it is a well-preserved historic town with plenty of artists, small businesses and community volunteers.
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oslyn’s history has followed a series of booms and busts. Between the late 1800s and 1910, the population of Roslyn swelled from a few hundred to more than 3,000 — its all-time high. ἀ e last coal mines shut down in 1963, and today the population is just under 1,000. Roslyn boomed again when the awardwinning television show “Northern Exposure” came to town in 1990. ἀ e fi lm crews and actors left when the show ended in 1995, but “Northern Exposure” gifts are still for sale at Cicely’s Gift Shop. Dedicated fans travel from all over the country for Moosefest, a “Northern Exposure” fan festival, and tourists take photos in front of the Roslyn Cafe mural in the summer. Today, 25 cemeteries highlight the city’s
the historic roslyn cemeteries The Roslyn cemeteries cover 15 acres and consist of 25 separate cemeteries formed prior to the turn of the 20th century. The cemeteries reflect a rich ethnic mix that came to the area to work in the coal mines. A visit is a step back in time. Getting there: from Pennsylvania Avenue, head west and up the hill, merging on to Fifth Street and then Memorial Drive.
diversity and heritage, as do the Croatian Picnic, heritage dinners, Coal Miners Days and other yearly festivals. ἀ e town is bordered by a 300-acre, city-owned forest. Miles of nonmotorized trails wind through the mixed forest of pines and firs and connect with the nearby Coal Mines Trail, a five-mile railroad easement between Cle Elum and Ronald. ἀ e tall trees in the forest hide slag heaps and remnants of mining infrastructure. Other destinations near Roslyn include the Alpine Lakes Wilderness north of town and the Brick Saloon, which is the oldest continuously operating bar in the state.
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ittitas was founded as part of the westward expansion of the Chicago, Milwaukee, St. Paul and Pacific Railroads. ἀ e community was established in 1889 and was incorporated as a city within the state of Washington in 1931. Today, Kittitas is a friendly, hometown community. Visit Olmstead Place State Park, a working pioneer farm at 925 Ferguson Road. ἀ ere’s an old log cabin, farmhouse, tools, farm implements and machinery.
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he community of Vantage sits on a scenic bluff overlooking the Columbia River about 28 miles east of Ellensburg off Interstate 90. Vantage may have only 100 or so full-time residents, but it welcomes many more guests throughout the year. ἀ rough the summer, Vantage swells with people traveling to and from concerts at the Gorge Amphitheater near George, across the Columbia River in Grant County. ἀ e Ginkgo Petrified Forest Interpretive Center features displays on the geological history of the area and Native American culture, along with spectacular views of the Columbia River, Sentinel Gap and the surrounding Ice Age flood-carved basalt landscape. Petrified wood was discovered in the region in the early 1930s, leading to the creation of the state park.
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lthough the rural community of ἀ orp northwest of Ellensburg is easily accessed from Interstate 90, most of it is far enough away from the freeway and deep into the rural area of the Kittitas Valley to provide a unique mix of farm and ranch lands, quiet country homes with accompanying acreage, and small niche agricultural operations including organic farms. At the ἀ orp Mill. ἀ e old grist mill, nearly fully equipped just as it was when it stopped operating in 1946, is maintained as a major tourist destination by the nonprofit ἀ orp Mill Town Historical Preservation Society. For visitors, there are self-guided outdoor tours available year-round and guided indoor tours from Memorial Day through Labor Day.
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he 17-acre town site of Liberty, more than 10 miles northeast of Cle Elum off U.S. Highway 97 and along Liberty Road, once was a busy gold mining town in the late 1890s. ἀ ere are still gold-mining claims in the area that are worked off-and-on by locals and out-of-towners. Visitors can pan for gold, but must be careful not to trespass on private property or a claim. ἀ e fire hall has an exhibit of historic photos of life in Liberty and information about local hard-rock mining.
ἀ e town was officially recognized as a historic district in 1974 and is surrounded by U.S. Forest Service lands that are known for great camping, hiking, horseback riding, mountain biking, cross-country skiing, snowmobiling and four-wheel-drive trips in approved areas. Explore the Old Blewett Pass Highway during the summer. It parallels Highway 97 from Liberty to Leavenworth. You can explore the old summit, the old Blewett town site and Echo Point.
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onald is a jumping off point for outdoor enthusiasts venturing into the Lake Cle Elum area, Salmon la Sac or other parts of the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest and Alpine Lakes Wilderness. ἀ e tiny community has historical ties to the coal mining and logging industries, and Hawthorne Hall is often used for ethnic heritage celebrations. Salmon la Sac has been a favorite recreation area for locals and visitors alike for generations. In the summer, there’s hiking, picnicking, kayaking, berry picking and camping. In the winter, there’s cross-country skiing and snowshoeing.
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outh Cle Elum grew up around the Milwaukee Rail Depot, while its counterpart to the north developed along the Great Northern Railroad. ἀ e process formed two distinct towns separated by a river. ἀ e town sprang to life in 1908 when the Chicago, Milwaukee, and St. Paul Railroad (the Milwaukee Road) arrived and built a depot, roundhouse, and rail yard. Today, about 500 people live in South Cle Elum. At the old South Cle Elum train depot. ἀ e Iron Horse State Park trail runs past it, and interpretive signs provide information about railroad history.
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Looking Back
the history of Kittitas County residents maintain a strong connection to their past, and that heritage is visible today. A variety of museums celebrate the area’s history, and historic buildings provide a window in that history in downtown Ellensburg, Cle Elum and Roslyn.
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113 E. Third Ave. • Ellensburg The museum in the historic Cadwell Building in downtown Ellensburg is dedicated to the history of Kittitas County. It includes antique automobiles, Native American heritage items, a stunning rock and mineral collection and much more.
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First floor of Dean Hall Central Washington University, Ellensburg This museum offers changing exhibits on Central Washington’s history and biodiversity. The museum is on the first floor of Dean Hall at Central Washington University. Admission is free.
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s early as the 1700s, the Psch-wan-wappams, forerunners of the contemporary Yakama Nation, lived along the Yakima River and Kittitas Valley. ἀ e tribes who inhabited the valley were known as the Kittitas or Upper Yakama Indians. During the spring, the Kittitas Valley was one of only a handful of valleys in the state where tribes could dig for roots, such as camas and kouse, both of which were staples in the Indian diet. As a result, the Kittitas Valley was a traditional gathering place for tribes east of the Cascades. By the 1860s, the first white settlers began to arrive, and several cattle ranchers established land claims. ἀ e first wheat crop was planted in 1868. William Bud Wilson
built the first log cabin in 1868 where Ellensburg now stands, and AJ Splawn and Ben Burch moved a log house to a spot nearby so they could open a store in 1870. In 1872, John A. Shoudy bought the store, called Robbers Roost, and 160 acres of land. Ellensburg was named after his wife, Mary Ellen, in 1875. A phoenix painted on the side of the Davidson building in downtown Ellensburg symbolizes the community’s rise from the ashes after a fire destroyed most of downtown in 1889. At the time, Ellensburg was in the running to be the state capital, a title which went to Olympia instead. Meanwhile, the discovery of coal in Roslyn sparked a migration of immigrants from all over Europe to come
work in the mines. Roslyn’s history has followed a series of booms and busts. Between the late 1800s and 1910, the population of Roslyn swelled from a few hundred to more than 3,000 — its all-time high. ἀ e last coal mines shut down in 1963, and today the population is just under 1,000. ἀ e coal mines also played a big role in the community of Cle Elum. Both Roslyn and Cle Elum have strong ethnic ties that go back generations, and that heritage is celebrated throughout the year at special dinners, a Croatian Picnic, Coal Miners Days and other yearly festivals.
cLe eLUM historicaL teLephone MUseUM 221 E. First St. • Cle Elum
Cle Elum was one of the last cities in the country to use a manual telephone switchboard, and displays cover the history of telephone technology from 1901 to 1970.
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302 W. Third St. • Cle Elum The museum is the former home of Cle Elum’s former mayor and banker Frank Carpenter. It also features a gallery run by High Country Artists.
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203 W. Pennsylvania Ave. • Roslyn Features displays on coal mining, baseball and everyday life in the Upper County.
rosL Yn ceMeteries The cemeteries cover 19 acres and consist of 26 separate cemeteries formed prior to the turn of the 20th century. The cemeteries reflect a rich ethnic mix that came to the area to work in the coal mines. At least 24 nationalities are represented within the nearly 5,000 graves. The cemeteries were listed on the National Historic Register in 1978. From Pennsylvania Avenue in Roslyn, go past the museum and up the hill merging into Fifth Street. Turn left off Fifth Street onto Memorial Drive and enter the lower section of the cemetery. Walk up the hill to the right to get to the upper portion of the cemetery complex.
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Kittitas County offers some of the state’s best cycling. Riders can go out on their own or participate in organized tour rides; either method is full of scenery and exciting, challenging terrain.
cycling Experiences r o a d & e a s Y t r a iL r id in g Kittitas County features several popular road biking loops of various distances. ἀ e Cle Elum Loop goes from Ellensburg to Cle Elum and back along State Routes 10 and 940 with some scenic views and climbs over 61 miles of road. ἀ e Double Loop Cemetery Road Ride is about half as long, but takes a figure-8 route from West Ellensburg Park to and through ἀ orp past the High Valley Cemetery. For great views of countryside with some elevation change, try the Badger Pocket Loop, a 42-mile ride that takes riders into Ellensburg and Kittitas farmland. A similar route, the Look Loop, goes east from Ellensburg, north of Kittitas, and back. North Fork Taneum is technically a trail, but with a minimal grade of no more than 2.2 percent. ἀ e wide and well-worn trail meanders through eclectic scenery, from rivers to forest and desert land. Head east on Interstate 90 and take exit 101 (ἀ orp
Highway), turn left. ἀ e trailhead is just behind the ἀ orp Fruit Stand. Considered good for novices or just the laid back ride. ἀ e Iron Horse State Park/John Wayne Pioneer Trail, which follows the old roadbed of the Chicago, Milwaukee, St. Paul and Pacific railroads, is another popular mountain biking spot. It stretches 300 miles from the western slopes of the Cascades to the Idaho border, and the 100-mile portion that extends from Cedar Falls to the Columbia River, known as Iron Horse State Park. It has several access points in Kittitas County, including Hyak, Easton, Cle Elum, ἀ orp, Kittitas and Ellensburg. Included in the western portion of Iron Horse is a trip through the Snoqualmie Tunnel, a 2.3-mile tunnel that goes through Snoqualmie Pass.
area. ἀ e trailhead starts at the Taneum Junction campground. ἀ e stiff climb and loose/rutted/steep conditions going down make this route unsuitable for beginners. In the Upper County, the near Roslyn and Cle Elum is a four-mile downhill, fast, swoopy trail that’s been growing in popularity. It’s accessible via Cle Elum Flagpole Park and the Coal Mine Trail. Follow the trail until you get to Alliance Road, which crosses the trail, and turn north, or right.
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ἀ e Cooper River Trail travels for 10.8 miles through the Wenatchee National Forest. It uses about two miles of paved and gravel roads before it heads onto the Cooper River Trail. ἀ ere are no extended climbs, which makes it great for the beginner to intermediate biker. Access the trail off of I-90 on exit 80, then take Bullfrog Road and head toward Salmon La Sac. For more information about mountain biking in the area, talk to the experts at the ReCycle Shop in Ellensburg or Northwest
Bicycle Improvement Co. in Roslyn. ἀ e Evergreen Mountain Biking Alliance is another source of information. A new mountain bike skills park recently opened in at Rotary Park in Ellensburg.
Ma n a s t a s h metr ic ἀ e Manastash Metric Bike Tour — often called “ἀ e Drier Ride” due to the complete absence of rain in the event’s 20-year history — is the first Saturday of October and provides riders a unique opportunity for a
scenic ride while testing their endurance. Riders start and end at Mount Stuart Elementary School in Ellensburg and have two choices — ride a 50-kilometer route around the Ellensburg and ἀ orp area, or a 100-kilometer route to Cle Elum and back, and along the Yakima River. Proceeds benefit the Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) and Volunteer Center of Kittitas County. For more information, contact RSVP at 509-962-4311, or visit drier-ride.org.
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For up to date information on local trails and interactive maps go to centralwashingtoncolor.com/travel-maps/ The Washington Trails Association and its website also offer updated trail reports and information.
Communities in Kittitas County offer readily accessible hiking, and stunning views with a little effort. Most local residents have a favorite hike, whether it’s along the Yakima River, up to a lookout in the Alpine Lakes Wilderness, or to a beautiful waterfall.
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Outdoor tips for Kittitas County • The weather can change quickly. Be prepared with extra clothing, fire starter, emergency shelter and extra food. • Let someone know where you are going and when you are expected back. Cell service is not available in many backcountry areas. • Check on passes beforehand. State-owned recreation sites often require a Discovery Pass. Forest Service sites require a Northwest Forest Pass. BLM passes are required on many locations in the Yakima River Canyon.
Easy-Breezy c o a L Min es t r a iL c Le e LUM t o r o n a Ld ἀ is trail runs from Cle Elum to Roslyn and Ronald, and was established in 1994 in dedication to the pioneers who first settled in the area. A walk on the trail affords visitors a first-hand look at the coal-mining heritage through the remains of Roslyn’s mines, at the railroad depot site and barn, and at Powder House Road where dynamite was stored. ἀ e flat, easy trail is open to walkers, horses, bicyclists, cross-country skiers and snowmobiles. Mines in Roslyn operated from the late 1880s to 1963.
g in g k o p et r iFied F o r es t s t a t e pa r k Va n t a g e ἀ e Trees of Stone interpretive trailhead, located two miles west of the Gingko Petrified Forest State Park interpretive center in Vantage, guides visitors through an ancient fossil bed with nearly twodozen petrified logs exposed along this one-mile loop trail. Along the trail you will find ice-rafted erratics remaining from Ice Age floodwaters thousands of years ago. Part of the trail is paved, with a longer loop through the shrub steppe. Drive east from Ellensburg on Interstate 90 to exit 136 for Huntzinger Road. Turn left and drive 2.3 miles past Vantage on the Old Vantage Highway to the trail parking lot.
ir en e r in eh a r t r iVer Fr o n t p a r k e LLen s BUr g ἀ is Ellensburg city-owned park along the Yakima River is accessed off Umptanum Road. It’s a prime bird watching area, and an easy stroll. Take Main Street South until it turns into Canyon Road. Take a left at Umptanum Road (there is a Subway and McDonalds at this intersection.) After about a mile, the park entrance will be on the right.
not your average hike Fo r es t d is c o Ver Y t r a iL BLeWet t p a ss ἀ is three-mile trail near the top of Blewett Pass on Highway 97 offers scenic hiking in the summer and accessible snowshoeing in the winter, with interpretative signs to guide your visit. U.S. Forest Service permit needed.
UMt a nUM F a LLs e LLen s BUr g ἀ is one-mile, relatively flat trail ends at a 40-foot punchbowl waterfall, and is a favorite with locals. Hikers should be cautious about their footing, especially during the winter when there’s ice. Drive east on Interstate 90 to exit 109 in Ellensburg. At the end of the exit ramp, turn right to drive under the freeway and at 0.7 mile turn left at Umtanum Road at the traffic light. Stay on this road, which turns to gravel at 5.2 miles, for a total of 10 miles from the freeway exit. Discover Pass required.
UMt a nUM c r eek c a n Yo n Y a k iMa r iVer c a n Yo n ἀ e Umtanum Creek Canyon hike starts with a hike over a suspension bridge crossing the Yakima River and travels into a shrub-steppe environment full of wildlife and birds. ἀ e trailhead is at the Umtanum Recreation Site along state Route 821. A BLM permit is required during the summer and is available at the parking lot.
c o pper r iVer t r a iL sa LMo n L a s a c , n o r t h oF r o s LYn ἀ e trail follows the Cooper River valley upstream to Cooper Lake, and offers good berry picking opportunities in late summer. ἀ e trailhead to Cooper Lake is found at Salmon la Sac campground north of Roslyn. U.S. Forest Service permit needed.
For up to date information on local trails and interactive maps, go to centralwashingtoncolor.com/ travel-maps/ The Washington Trails Association and its website also offer updated trail reports and information.
r o s LYn Ur Ba n F o r es t Hikers can take various loops on the multi-use trail system around the city of Roslyn. ἀ e trail system isn’t fully developed with signage, but it offers stunning views and is popular with local residents. Start in Roslyn at the Coal Mines Trail and head east on a gravel area. Turn left and head up a gated forest road. ἀ ere will be a shorter, steeper forest road that heads up the ridge. Follow it two miles where it branches with the Rat Pac mountain biking trail. Stay left, go through a gate to the west and follow the slope toward the ridge. Once on the ridge, you’ll see views of Mount Stuart and other peaks. Maps of the various loops and routes are available on the Roslyn Trails Alliance website or at Basecamp Books and Bites.
break a sweat Ma n a s t a s h r id g e e LLen s BUr g ἀ is wildflower-rich hike is in the hills southwest of Ellensburg and has become popular for locals as well as visitors. ἀ is hike provides enough elevation gain to qualify as a workout, but wildflower enthusiasts will want to dawdle. ἀ e hike is considered difficult, and some routes are more difficult than others. It is a six-mile roundtrip hike from the trailhead to the top and back. ἀ ere are two main trails to the top, the Westberg Trail, named after a popular Ellensburg coach, and the Boy Scout Trail, accessed further to the west after hiking along an irrigation ditch. ἀ ere is a logbook at the top. From eastbound Interstate 90, exit 101 (ἀ orp Highway). Right off the exit, two miles, right on Cove Road, past two stop signs, parking is on the right just after the second stop sign. CENTRAL WASHINGTON | VISITORS GUIDE
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Kittitas County has some of the country’s best fly fishing in the Yakima River, quiet mountain lakes, plus opportunities for boating on the Columbia.
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Kittitas County offers unparalleled fishing opportunities, from fly fishing the Yakima to reeling in a sturgeon on the Columbia. ἀ e Yakima River is a year-round fly-fishing destination. It is a catchand-release river for wild trout. ἀ ere are multiple fly fishing gear and guide services in the county, including Red’s Flyshop, Troutwater, ἀ e Evening Hatch, Worley-Bugger Fly Co., Ellensburg Angler, and Emerging River Guide Services. ἀ e Columbia River on the eastern edge of the county is also a prime spot for sturgeon, walleye, salmon and steelhead. In addition to the rivers and streams, the county is dotted with lakes. Lake fishing opportunities begin at Snoqualmie Pass with Keechelus and Kachess and continue through the lower valley. In the lower county, Mattoon
Lake, Fiorito lakes and Lavender Lake are popular destinations, particularly for families with children. Other options? Cooper Lake, Easton Ponds, Kiwanis Ponds, Lost Lake and Quartz Creek Pond. Many of the ponds are stocked by the Department of Fish and Wildlife and there are derbies and events at the lakes in the spring and summer. A license is required to legally fish in Washington, except for children under 14 years old. For those looking for fishing off the beaten track there are a multitude of lakes in the Alpine Lakes Wilderness Area.
FLo a t in g Floating the Yakima through the Yakima River Canyon is an awe-inspiring adventure. ἀ e canyon features massive and weathered basalt cliffs, and rolling, high shrub-steppe hills. ἀ e stretch of river southeast of
Bo a t in g & W a t er S po r t s ἀ e area’s many lakes and rivers offer exciting boating, kayaking and, in designated areas, jet skiing. ἀ e Columbia River east of Ellensburg is a favorite in the summer with boaters, jet skiers and water skiers. Multiple boat launches are available in the Vantage area. ἀ e Roza Recreation area between Yakima and Ellensburg on the Yakima Canyon is a good spot for boating and water sports. Motorized vessels are permitted from the Roza boat launch down to the Roza dam. Upstream from the launch is limited to non-motorized boats only. Lake Cle Elum, eight miles northwest of Cle Elum, is a good spot for water spots. Boat launch sites are available. Lake Easton is a popular destination for fishing, boating, kayaking, canoeing and paddle boarding during the summer.
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Ellensburg from Ringer Loop Road to the Roza Recreational Site sees the most float and raft traffic when temperatures rise in Central Washington. Although a Yakima River float trip provides spectacular scenic views and wildlife viewing, it can be dangerous for those who don’t pay attention to common sense safety practices, recreational rules and hazardous river sites. Well before planning a trip, call the Kittitas County Sheriff’s Office marine patrol at 509-925-8534 to find out current river conditions and problem spots. ἀ e nonprofit Kittitas County Field and Stream Club has produced a recreational users’ map of the Yakima River, and it is valuable for those boating, floating or rafting the river. ἀ e map, in a booklet form, is sold by a number of Kittitas County area retailers, including Mountain High Sports in Ellensburg, (509) 925-4626.
No matter the season, Kittitas County offers picturesque scenery and a chance to get outdoors.
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For those who are patient, viewing wildlife in Kittitas County is possible just about any time of the year. Depending on the season, the Yakima Canyon southeast of Ellensburg provides dramatic views of eagles, hawks and other raptors, a variety of birds nesting in the canyon walls, big horn sheep, deer, elk, coyotes and smaller mammals. From late December through as late as early April, state Fish and Wildlife Department personnel daily provide hay to a herd of elk at the end of Watt Canyon Road, 15 miles northwest of Ellensburg. Feeding begins at 8 a.m. and visitors can watch from behind a wildlife fence and parking area. Wildlife viewing also is possible on designated state-owned wildlife areas in Kittitas County — the Colockum, L.T. Murray, Quilomene, Whisky Dick and Wenas areas.
Late winter is prime time for viewing bald eagles in Kittitas County. ἀ e best place to view bald eagles is northeast of Ellensburg in the Fairview and Naneum areas during calving season from February through late April. In addition to the late winter/spring visits, bald eagles also can be found in the fall, feeding on salmon. ἀ e Umtanum Creek Trail in the Yakima River Canyon is a good location to find golden eagles and other birds. ἀ e Kittitas Audubon Society organizes a guided birdwalk the first Saturday of the month at 8 a.m. at the parking lot to Irene Rinehart Riverfront Park on Umptanum Road.
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g o LFin g Kittitas County is a great place for golf in the spring, summer and fall. ἀ ere are three main options — the Ellensburg Golf Club, SunCountry Golf near Cle Elum and courses at the Suncadia Resort.
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QUICK CONTACT NUMBERS goLFing: Ellensburg Golf & Country Club, 509-962-2984 Sun Country Golf & RV, 509-674-2226 Suncadia, 866-715-5050
ἀ e Ellensburg Golf & Country Club is a nine-hole course with alternate “back nine” tee boxes that provide an 18-hole experience. ἀ e course covers 2,988 yards from its longest tees. Practice facilities also include a driving range and putting green, and the club has a lounge and restaurant. 3231 S ἀ orp Hwy, Ellensburg, WA, 509-962-2984. SunCountry Golf & RV is an 18-hole course coupled with an RV park. ἀ e course covers 5,715 yards and is open from April through October. 841 Saint Andrews Drive, Cle Elum, WA, 509-674-2226. Suncadia Resort has two public and one private 18-hole course. ἀ e public Prospector course offers 7,100 yards of championship golf, and it was named one of the best new public courses by Golf Digest magazine in 2006. Rope Rider is a public course that was built along the site of historic Roslyn mines. A practice range, private instruction, junior golf, group instruction and golf clinics are available for players of all ages and skill levels. ἀ e private Tumble Creek Course provides picturesque views over a par-71,
7,070-yard Tom Doak signature layout. For tee time reservations, instruction, or more information, call 866-715-5050.
H or s eba c k R id ing Horseback riding is a way of life in Kittitas County, and there are many places for backcountry and trail adventures. ἀ e county is home to the Washington State Horse Park in Cle Elum, which has events throughout the summer, including major hunter-jumper shows, horse trials, numerous small clinics, camps and breed clubs. ἀ e horse park also serves those interested in less formal equestrian activities such as trail riding and back country packing. For more information, go to www. washingtonstatehorsepark.org, 877-635-4111 or 425-486-0272. Ellensburg plays host to the annual Backcountry Horsemen of Washington Rendezvous in the spring. A variety of groups — from the Roslyn Riders to the Kittitas County Roping Club — host events throughout the year, and offer encouragement to riders.
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Winter is prime time to explore Kittitas County whether you are a fan of the speed of snowmobiling or the stillness of Nordic skiing. The county offers hundreds of miles of groomed trails and winter recreation options for a variety of skill levels.
winter Experiences Flocks of visitors journey to Kittitas County each winter, but few activities draw more outdoors enthusiasts to the area than snowmobiling. ἀ e county offers 2,300 square miles of terrain to explore and 450 miles of groomed trails. Riders are treated to spectacular views of jagged peaks and wooded valleys. Find up-to-date information about snoparks on the Washington State Parks website. Also check the state’s avalanche hotline at 206-526-6677 before heading out. www.parks.wa.gov/winter, information on local clubs at www.wssa.us
stamina with a grueling hill climb or provide a flat and mellow experience for trail users seeking leisurely sojourns into nature. Popular places for snowshoeing and cross-country skiing include Snoqualmie Pass, the Hyak area, and Blewett Pass along Highway 97. Several shops in the area offer gear rentals, and visitors can find more information about snowshoeing, crosscountry skiing and other activities by checking in at the Cle Elum Ranger Station at 803 W. Second St. in Cle Elum. ἀ e U.S. Forest Service offers guided snowshoe hikes at Snoqualmie Pass in the winter. ἀ e visitor information center at Snoqualmie Pass can be reached at 425-434-6111.
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Ellensburg has offered ice skating and tubing, weather permitting, in the winter. Rental equipment is available.
s k iin g & s n o WBo ar di n g Downhill skiers and snowboarders can find their fi ll of excitement at the Summit at Snoqualmie ski area, about 50 miles
MORE INFORMATION The Washington State Ski & Snowboard Museum at Snoqualmie Pass highlights the sport throughout the state with 12 exhibits featuring videos for phone, artifacts and photographs. Admission is free.
from Ellensburg. Beginning skiers can visit Summit West to acquire skills, intermediate skiers can go to Summit East, and those who desire advanced runs can hit Alpental. Summit Central, the most popular destination, boasts something for everyone. In addition to the ski runs, ἀ e Summit at Snoqualmie also has multiple options for snowboarders. ἀ e ski area also offers a tubing area along with cross-country skiing and snowshoeing trails. www.summitatsnoqualmie.com.
Call ahead at 425-434-0827 for a recording with exact hours. The museum is at 10 Pass Life Way, No. 2. www.wsssm.org
Fa t t ir e Bik in g Fat tire biking in the snow has grown in popularity in recent years, and Upper Kittitas County is a good place to try out the sport. ἀ e Northwest Bicycle Improvement Company in Roslyn rents out fat tire bikes. ἀ e bicycles have large tires that are designed for snow.
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Best Western plus Lincoln inn & suites
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1390 N. Dolarway Rd. Ellensburg
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1700 Canyon Rd. Ellensburg
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roslyn inn
102 S. 5th St. Roslyn
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102 E. Pennsylvania Ave. Roslyn
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805 W. 1st Cle Elum
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3600 Suncadia Trail Cle Elum
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3190 Red Bridge Rd. Cle Elum
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16170 Manastash Rd. Ellensburg
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410 W. 1s St. Cle Elum
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CAMPGROUNDS/RV days inn rV park/ e&J resort
901 Berry Rd. Ellensburg
509-933-1500
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kittitas V alley event center
512 N. Poplar Ellensburg
509-962-7639 • 800-426-5340
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koa campgr ound
32 S. Thorp Hwy. Ellensburg
509-925-9319 • 800-562-7616
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sun country golf & rV
841 Saint Andrews Dr. Cle Elum
509-674-2226
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Washington state horse park
1202 Douglas Munro Blvd. Cle Elum
509-635-4111
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Whispering pines rV park
Whispering Pines Dr. Cle Elum
509-674-7278
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Yakima river rV park
791 Ringer Loop Ellensburg
509-925-4734
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Boat launch
Beverly
25 miles north of Cle Elum on North Fork Teanaway Road 9737
Big pines recr eation site
At mile post 9.5 on State Route 821. Boat launch
cle elum river
Located at the head of Lake Cle Elum along the Cle Elum River. Salmon La Sac/Highway 903; 15 miles north of Cle Elum
icewater camp
20+ miles north of Ellensburg on Forest Service Road 3300
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indian camp
Northwest of Ellensburg along the middle fork of the Teanaway River. Approximately 12 miles northwest of State Route 970
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kachess
27 miles from Cle Elum , 5.5 miles off Interstate 90, Exit 62
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2 boat launches, picnic area
Lake easton state park
Located 15 miles west of Cle Elum and 15 miles east of Snoqualmie Pass. Take Exit 70 on I-90
90 tent 45 full RV hookup sites 2 hiker/biker sites
Dump station
Lmuma cr eek recr eation site
At mile post 12 on State Route 821
Manastash
26 miles west of Ellensburg on Forest service road 3104
Mineral springs
About 20 miles north if Ellensburg in U.S. 97
owhi
5 miles off the Cle Elum Valley road
red Mountain
16 miles north of Cle Elum on Highway 903
riders camp
25 miles west of Ellensburg on Forest Service Road 3100
roza recr eation site
At mile post 7, above the Roza Dam on State Rout 821
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salmon La sac
Located between Cle Elum and Cooper River. It’s at the end of Salmon La Sac road, 19 miles north of Cle Elum.
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south Fork Meadow
Approximately 23 miles north of Ellensburg on Forest Service Road 3300
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swauk
About 25 miles north of Ellensburg on U.S. 97
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taneum campgr ound
20+ miles northwest of Ellensburg on Forest Service Road 3300, located along Tanuem Creek
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taneum Junction
20+ miles north of Ellensburg on Forest Service Road 3300
Umtanum recr eation site
Near mile post 17 on the Yakima River Canyon Highway (State Route 821). Undeveloped boat access
Wanapum state park recr eation ar ea
About 29 miles northeast of Ellensburg in Vantage
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1201 Bagels
1201 S. Canyon Rd., Ellensburg
509-925-2122
aBc donuts
304 N. Pine St., Ellensburg
509-925-2266
arby’ s
1404 Canyon Rd., Ellensburg
509-962-5555
ar nie’s horseshoe sports Bar
106 W. 3rd Ave., Ellensburg
509-925-4044
Bleachers sports Bar & grill
730 E. University Way, Ellensburg
509-962-2337
Blue rock saloon
404 N. Pine St, Ellnesburg
509-933-1008
Brooklyn’s pizzeria
716 E. University Way, Ellensburg
509-925-9855
Brix by elevage Wine company
109 W. 3rd Ave, Ellensburg
509-933-2749
Burger king
1410 S. Canyon Rd., Ellensburg
509-925-9062
Buzz inn steakhouse
2202 S. Canyon Rd., Ellensburg
509-925-3922
canyon river grill
14706 Canyon Rd., Ellensburg
509-933-2309
carl’ s Jr.
1303 S. Opportunity St., Ellensburg
509-933-3006
cattledog pizza
409 S. Main St., Ellensburg
509-933-1212
china inn
1003 W. University Way, Ellensburg
509-925-4140
copper kettle
210 W. University Way, Ellensburg
509-925-5644
cor nerstone pie
307 E. 5th Ave., Ellensburg
509-933-3600
curbside on 5th
dakota cafe
109 W. 5th Ave., Ellensburg Corner of 4th Ave. & Pearl St., Ellensburg 1709 #2 S. Canyon Rd., Ellensburg 204 S. Water St. , Ellensburg 306 S. Main St. #2, Ellensburg 1601 N. Currier St, Ellensburg 1101 E. University Way, Ellensburg 417 N. Pearl St., Ellensburg
509-859-2004 509-962-9333 509-925-7410 509-962-6333 509-925-2253 509-925-5542 509-925-5442 509-925-4783
domino’s pizza
710 N. Anderson, Ellensburg
509-925-3800
el caporal
201 W. University Way, Ellensburg
509-962-5228
ellensburg pasta co. & Bruce’ s place
600 N. Main St., Ellensburg
509-933-3330
Fidelina’s Mexican restaurant
410 S. Main St., Ellensburg
509-962-2347
Fiesta en Jalisco
1315 S. Canyon Rd., Ellensburg
509-933-4422
Fire & smoke
213 W. 4th Ave., Ellensburg
509-859-6888
gar d Vintners tasting room
311 N. Pearl St., Ellensburg
509-925-1095
golden dragon
1302 S. Ruby St., Ellensburg
509-925-2272
grapes -n- cr epes
115 E. 4th Ave., Ellensburg
509-962-8463
happy’ s Market
207 W. University Way, Ellensburg
509-925-3500
ihop
2704 Triple L Loop, Ellensburg
509-925-2444
Jack in the Box
115 W. University Way, Ellensburg
509-933-2833
Jennika’s cof fee house
1300 N. Dolarway Rd, Ellensburg
509-925-3632
Jimmy John’s
1307 S. Canyon Rd., Ellensburg
509-933-4400
kabob house
119 W. 5th Ave., Ellensburg
509-201-1440
kiku-chan Japanese Food
702 E. University Way, Ellensburg
509-962-1200
koletty’s kof fee
105 E. Umptanum Rd., Ellensburg
509-925-7632
Los cabos Mexican restaurant
1318 S. Canyon Rd., Ellensburg
509-925-7898
Los chilangos
310 S. Main St., Ellensburg
509-398-8610
Lunchbox cafe
409 N. Ruby, Ellensburg
509-933-3332
Mcdonald’s
1304 Canyon Rd., Ellensburg
509-925-6101
Monster Melts
107 W. 3rd Ave., Ellensburg
509-968-5559
nirvana inn & grill
720 Canyon Rd., Ellensburg
509-968-5300
oyama sushi & steakhouse
506 S. Main St., Ste. 1, Ellensburg
509-933-3389
palace cafe
323 N. Main St., Ellensburg
509-925-2327
panda gar den
207 N. Main St., Ellensburg
509-925-2090
papa Murphy’s take-n-Bake pizza
205 W. Tacoma, Ellensburg
509-962-9282
perkins Family restaurant & Bakery
1504 Hwy 97, Ellensburg
509-925-4662
pita pit
111 W. 3rd Ave., Ellensburg
509-925-7482
pizza dirks
408 N. Main St., Ellensburg
509-925-7070
pizza hut
805 N. Main St., Ellensburg
509-925-7888
red horse diner
1518 W. University Way, Ellensburg
509-925-1956
rodeo city BBQ
204 N. Main St., Ellensburg
509-962-2727
rossow’ s U-tote-em
807 W. University Way, Ellensburg
509-925-1500
saks Family restaurant
2300 S. Canyon Rd., Ellensburg
509-962-3999
starlight Lounge
sugar thai cuisine
402 N. Pearl St., Ellensburg 1512 Hwy 97, Ellensburg 1301 Canyon Rd., Ellensburg 1005 E. University Way, Ellensburg 306 N. Pine St., Ellensburg
509-962-6100 509-925-5310 509-962-2383 509-925-4422 509-933-4224
taco Bell
1406 Canyon Rd., Ellensburg
509-925-4052
taco del Mar
1614 Canyon Rd., Ellensburg
509-962-3009
tacos chalito t ruck
209 S. Main St., Ellensburg
509-962-5643
teriyaki & Wok
1210 S. Canyon Rd., Ellensburg
509-933-7030
the Boss Brazilian Barbecue
1713 Canyon Rd., Ellensburg
509-968-5588
the early Bir d
108 S. Water St., Ellensburg
509-968-5288
the huntsman
307 N. Pearl St., Ellensburg
509-989-4141
the por ch
608 N. Main St., Ellensburg
509-925-4488
the pub by ir on horse Br ewery
412 N. Main St., Ellensburg
509-834-7838
the red pickle
704 N. Wenas St., Ellensburg
509-367-0003
the soup Bowl
429 Main St., Ellensburg
509-933-3354
the t av
117 W. 4th Ave., Ellensburg
509-925-3939
Utopia Frozen Yogurt & cof fee house
706 E. University Way, Ellensburg
509-933-1400
Vinman’s Bakery
700 E. University Way #2, Ellensburg
509-933-1850
Wendy’s
1510 S. Canyon Rd., Ellensburg
509-925-4404
Westside pizza
301 S. Main St., Ellensburg
509-925-3900
Wild goose casino
1600 N. Currier St., Ellensburg
509-925-5825
Wild huckleberry restaurant
105 W. 3rd Ave., Ellensburg
509-201-1725
Williams’ campus U-t ote-em
Wing central
810 E. University Way, Ellensburg 1013 University Way, Ellensburg 111 E. University Way, Ellensburg 1801 N. Walnut St., Ellensburg
509-925-1600 509-933-1821 509-933-1821 509-962-5400
Wing central’ s roadhouse grill
101 W. Umptanum Rd., Ellensburg
509-925-7200
Yellow chur ch cafe
111 S. Pearl St., Ellensburg
509-933-2233.
d & M cof fee daily Br ead & Mercantile
eLLensBUrg
dairy Queen
subway
Winegar’s
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509-968-4200
timeout saloon
101 S. Mai St, Kittitas
Beau’s pizza & pasta
124 E. 1st St., Cle Elum
Boxcar Billy’s
115 E. 1st St., Cle Elum
Burger king
808 W. Davis St., Cle Elum
509-674-7773
caboose Bar & grill
115 E. 1st St., Cle Elum
509-674-0467
cle elum Bakery
501 E. 1st St., Cle Elum
509-674-2233
cottage cafe
911 E. 1st St., Cle Elum
509-674-2922
dairy Queen
302 E. 1st St., Cle Elum
509-674-7172
el caporal restaurant
105 W. 1st St., Cle Elum
509-674-4284
glondo’s sausage co.
216 E. 1st St, Cle Elum
509-674-5755
gunnar’s Bistro
811 Hwy 970 #6, Cle Elum
509-674-6774
gunnar’s cof fee cabin
108 N. Oaks St., Cle Elum
509-674-2524
homestead BBQ restaurant
801 Hwy 970, Cle Elum
509-674-5956
Liberty cafe
19601 Hwy 97, Cle Elum
509-857-2030
Los cabos Mexican restaurant
812 W. Davis St, Cle Elum
509-674-5790
Mama Vallone’s
302 W. 1st St, Cle Elum
509-674-5174
Mcdonald’s
702 W. 1st St, Cle Elum
509-674-2005
Mckeans drive-in
1011 E. 11st St, Cle Elum
509-674-2254
Mike’s tavern
427 E. 1st St., Cle Elum
509-674-5252
parlour car Wine Bar Bistr o
105 Pennsylvania Ave., Cle Elum
509-260-0722
pioneer cof fee roasting co.
121 N Pennsylvania Ave, Cle Elum
509-674-3864
portals at suncadia
3600 Suncadia Trail
509-649-6400
or chard restaurant
212 1st St., Cle Elum
509-852-2900
owens Meats
502 E. 1st St, Cle Elum
509-674-2530
sahara pizza
513 E. 1st St, Cle Elum
509-674-5444
stella’s
316 W. 1st St Suite 1/2, Cle Elum
509-674-6816
subway
207 W. 1st St, Cle Elum
509-674-3777
sunset café
318 E. 1st St, Cle Elum
509-674-2241
swiftwater cellars
301 Rope Rider Dr, Cle Elum
509-674-6555
twin pines drive-in
1901 Hwy 970, Cle Elum
509-674-4362
#9 Miner’s grill
702 S. 1st St, Roslyn
509-649-3100
Basecamp Books & Bites
110 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Box 850, Roslyn
509-649-3821
Maggie’s pantry
107 W. Pennsylvania Ave, Roslyn
509-649-3771
Marko’s
106 N. 1st St, Roslyn
509-649-2349
red Bir d café
102 E. Pennsylvania Ave, Roslyn
509-649-3209
roslyn Br ewing company
208 W. Pennsylvania Ave, Roslyn
509-649-2232
roslyn café and rustic root catering
201 W. Pennsylvania Ave, Roslyn
509-649-2763
roslyn Mexican grill
103 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Roslyn
509-649-3599
roslyn roadhouse
204 W. Pennsylvania Ave, Roslyn
509-649-3125
the Brick
100 W. Pennsylvania Ave, Roslyn
509-649-2643
Village pizza
105 W. Pennsylvania Ave, Roslyn
509-649-2992
old number 3
8381 State Rt 903, Ronald
509-649-3301
the Last resort
14254 Salmon La Sac Rd, Ronald
509-649-2222
commonwealth
10 Pass Life Way #1, Snoqualmie Pass
425-434-0808
druBru
10 Pass Life Way #3, Snoqualmie Pass
425-434-0700
easton saloon
1860 Rail Road St, Easton
509-656-2309
Mountain high hamburgers
2941 W. Sparks Rd, Easton
509-656-3037
parkside café
2560 W Sparks Rd, Easton
509-656-2531
red Mountain cof fee
773 State Route 906, Snoqualmie Pass
425-434-7337
summit pancake house
601 State Route 906, Snoqualmie Pass
425-434-6249
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BREAKFAST • LUNCH DINNER
IN-HOUSE BAKERY - ACRES OF PARKING!
Big Rigs, Rv’s, Horse Trailers, & Snowmobilers Welcome!
911 911 E. E. First First St. St. •• Cle Cle Elum Elum •• 509-674-2922 509-674-2922 www.CottageCafeCleElum.com www.CottageCafeCleElum.com
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Wild Horse Renewable Energy Center
Open 7 days a week • 9am - 5pm Daily Tours at 10am and 2pm • April – November 15th wildhorse@pse.com • 509-964-7815 70
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Set high on a ridge, the Renewable Energy Center provides an up-close look at the facility’s 149 wind turbines, as well as 360 degree views of Mount Rainier, Mount Adams, and the Columbia River Basin. Go to pse.com/wildhorse for more information on our daily guided wind turbine tours.
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RODEO CITY BAR-B-Q 204 N Main Street,, Ellensbur Ellensburg, WA 98926 Main (509) 962-2727
BBQ AND BANQUET FACILITIES rcbbq@rodeocitybarbq.com
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Gather Together
Rodeo Room
Charlie & Debbie Tierney 704 N. Wenas Street, Ellensburg 1753592
(509) 968-5111
debbie@whipsawbrewing.com
Monday: 4-8pm • Tuesday: 4-8pm • Wednesday: 3-9pm Thursday: 3-9pm • Friday: 12-9pm • Saturday: 12-9pm • Sunday: 12-7pm Facebook.com/whipsawbrewing
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Roger Weaver
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Company C
Wayne Marlene Colleen Pfeifer Anderson Stroscher
Company D
Susan Ferrell
Company E
Craig M. Smith
Company F
Judy Jacobs
Company G
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