Guidebook for Yakima River Ranch

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Guidebook for Yakima River Ranch

Things to Do

Suggestions for enjoying all things Kittitas County and the neighboring area.
Visiting the Joe Watt Canyon elk feeding area and sledding hill is a fun winter activity for all ages.
Watt Canyon Road
Watt Canyon Road
Visiting the Joe Watt Canyon elk feeding area and sledding hill is a fun winter activity for all ages.
Excellent views of Mt. Ranier, Mt. Adams and Mt. Hood from this ridge just a few miles east of Ellensburg. The renewable energy facility has interesting displays and information and tours are available from April-November. Closed to the public from December-March.
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Wild Horse Wind & Solar Facility
25901 Vantage Hwy
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Excellent views of Mt. Ranier, Mt. Adams and Mt. Hood from this ridge just a few miles east of Ellensburg. The renewable energy facility has interesting displays and information and tours are available from April-November. Closed to the public from December-March.
Only an hour's drive from the house, you'll feel as though you're in the Swiss Alps. Hiking, swimming and fishing opportunities abound here.
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Cooper Lake
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Only an hour's drive from the house, you'll feel as though you're in the Swiss Alps. Hiking, swimming and fishing opportunities abound here.
Take time to visit the historic mining town of Roslyn, just a short 30 minute drive from the house. Dining, shopping and the Roslyn Museum are just a few of the activities in this quirky historical town that boasts the oldest continuously operating tavern in Washington state.
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Roslyn
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Take time to visit the historic mining town of Roslyn, just a short 30 minute drive from the house. Dining, shopping and the Roslyn Museum are just a few of the activities in this quirky historical town that boasts the oldest continuously operating tavern in Washington state.
Just a 45 minute drive away from the house is Yakima Valley wine country. There are over 120 wineries to choose from, so be sure to research which wines most interest you.
Wine Yakima Valley
Just a 45 minute drive away from the house is Yakima Valley wine country. There are over 120 wineries to choose from, so be sure to research which wines most interest you.
Whether you've visited Leavenworth before or not, it's a great way to spend the day driving over Blewett Pass. You can experience a bit of Bavarian culture, enjoy some great food, music and beverage- and it's only an hour's drive from the house!
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Leavenworth
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Whether you've visited Leavenworth before or not, it's a great way to spend the day driving over Blewett Pass. You can experience a bit of Bavarian culture, enjoy some great food, music and beverage- and it's only an hour's drive from the house!
Upscale restaurant featuring New American dishes & fine wines, plus a patio with golf course views.
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Swiftwater Cellars
301 Rope Rider Dr
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Upscale restaurant featuring New American dishes & fine wines, plus a patio with golf course views.
Take an easy-going route through the Yakima River canyon. If your not in a hurry, stop and get a bite to eat in one of the many find pubs/tasting rooms in Yakima. For the families nothing beats Miner's Burgers, a regional favorite.
Yakima River Drive
Yakima River Drive
Take an easy-going route through the Yakima River canyon. If your not in a hurry, stop and get a bite to eat in one of the many find pubs/tasting rooms in Yakima. For the families nothing beats Miner's Burgers, a regional favorite.
Located just five minutes from the house by bike or hike is the Palouse to Cascades Trail. For the best scenery head west toward Cle Elum along the Yakima River. Forget your bicycles? No worries, you can rent any of four Rad City ebikes from our rental shop and enjoy the river and wildlife.
Palouse to Cascades State Park Trail
Palouse to Cascades State Park Trail
Located just five minutes from the house by bike or hike is the Palouse to Cascades Trail. For the best scenery head west toward Cle Elum along the Yakima River. Forget your bicycles? No worries, you can rent any of four Rad City ebikes from our rental shop and enjoy the river and wildlife.

Food Scene

Excellent bakery with freshly-made baked goods, cheeses and specialty foods.
Vinman's Bakery
700 E University Way
Excellent bakery with freshly-made baked goods, cheeses and specialty foods.
Good sushi and fun atmosphere with the hibachi chef preparing the food.
Oyama Japanese Steak House
506 S Main St
Good sushi and fun atmosphere with the hibachi chef preparing the food.
Excellent pasta, steaks and seafood specials. Includes a great bar and outdoor patio next to the restaurant called "Bruce's Place".
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Ellensburg Pasta Company
600 N Main St
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Excellent pasta, steaks and seafood specials. Includes a great bar and outdoor patio next to the restaurant called "Bruce's Place".
Best pizza in Ellensburg, and menu includes something for everyone. One of my favorite places to eat and enjoy Northwest craft ales in Ellensburg. Outdoor seating and live music during the summer months.
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Cornerstone Pie
307 E 5th Ave
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Best pizza in Ellensburg, and menu includes something for everyone. One of my favorite places to eat and enjoy Northwest craft ales in Ellensburg. Outdoor seating and live music during the summer months.
Basalt, a new restaurant located in the Windrow Hotel, is an excellent choice for fine dining. A well-crafted menu from chef Kelly Cook combined with a rooftop cocktail bar with amazing views of Kittitas Valley make Basalt an experience you won't soon forget.
Basalt
502 North Main Street
Basalt, a new restaurant located in the Windrow Hotel, is an excellent choice for fine dining. A well-crafted menu from chef Kelly Cook combined with a rooftop cocktail bar with amazing views of Kittitas Valley make Basalt an experience you won't soon forget.
Located across the street from Owen's Meats is the historic Cle Elum Bakery. Grab a latte and a bacon-maple bar or any of the finest baked goods you'll ever taste!
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Cle Elum Bakery
501 E 1st St
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Located across the street from Owen's Meats is the historic Cle Elum Bakery. Grab a latte and a bacon-maple bar or any of the finest baked goods you'll ever taste!
One of the best, if not the best butcher shops in all of Washington state! Pick up some fresh steaks to put on the barbeque and be sure to get some beef jerky- it's delicious. Lots of specialty foods including cheeses, wines and sauces make Owen's Meats a must stop in Cle Elum- only 20 minutes from the house.
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Owens Meats
502 E 1st St
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One of the best, if not the best butcher shops in all of Washington state! Pick up some fresh steaks to put on the barbeque and be sure to get some beef jerky- it's delicious. Lots of specialty foods including cheeses, wines and sauces make Owen's Meats a must stop in Cle Elum- only 20 minutes from the house.
Easygoing eatery in an old-filling station serving burgers, street tacos, fried chicken & fries. The Chorizo burger is one of the best burgers I've ever tasted. Full bar and a rotation of various craft beers.
The Red Pickle
301 N Pine St
Easygoing eatery in an old-filling station serving burgers, street tacos, fried chicken & fries. The Chorizo burger is one of the best burgers I've ever tasted. Full bar and a rotation of various craft beers.

Drinks & Nightlife

Noisy, but well prepared food and an excellent variety of drinks and ales on tap. Outdoor dining available.
The Porch
608 N Main St
Noisy, but well prepared food and an excellent variety of drinks and ales on tap. Outdoor dining available.
Best burgers in Ellensburg with a fine rotation of craft ales and mixed drinks. The outdoor dining area is a must on a sunny afternoon.
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Tav
117 W 4th Ave
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Best burgers in Ellensburg with a fine rotation of craft ales and mixed drinks. The outdoor dining area is a must on a sunny afternoon.
Excellent brewery with a variety of craft ales. Try my personal favorite "Stumpblower" IPA. Food truck available on site.
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Whipsaw Brewing
704 N Wenas St
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Excellent brewery with a variety of craft ales. Try my personal favorite "Stumpblower" IPA. Food truck available on site.
Cozy bar with tasty food and excellent drinks.
The Mule
119 East 4th Avenue
Cozy bar with tasty food and excellent drinks.
Excellent selection of wine and craft ales on tap to complement very tasty pizza, paninis, appetizers and salad. A local favorite.
BRIX Wine Bar & Restaurant
109 W 3rd Ave
Excellent selection of wine and craft ales on tap to complement very tasty pizza, paninis, appetizers and salad. A local favorite.
Fantastic wines, tasty appetizers and comfortable seating make this an easy place to burn an hour or two.
Gard Vintners Ellensburg Wine Tasting, Craft Beer & Food
311 N Pearl St
Fantastic wines, tasty appetizers and comfortable seating make this an easy place to burn an hour or two.
Many locals feel The Pearl has having the best mixed drinks in Ellensburg...and the food is very good as well.
The Pearl Bar & Grill
402 North Pearl Street
Many locals feel The Pearl has having the best mixed drinks in Ellensburg...and the food is very good as well.