The best parks & outdoor spots in Kittitas County

3 parks & outdoor spots we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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Palouse to Cascades State Park Trail

Parks & Outdoors

Stretch your legs on Palouse to Cascades State Park Trail, a non-motorized route you can hit by bike, foot, or horse. The western portion…

1099-1001 E 8th Ave (Ellensburg)

“Stretch your legs on Palouse to Cascades State Park Trail, a non-motorized route you can hit by bike, foot, or horse.”

From the Ellensburg newsletter, September 15, 2026

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Olmstead Place Historical State Park

Parks & Outdoors

Swap screen time this week for a stroll through homesteader history at Olmstead Place Historical State Park. Wander the Altapes…

921 N Ferguson Rd (Ellensburg)

“Swap screen time this week for a stroll through homesteader history at Olmstead Place Historical State Park. Wander the Altapes Interpretive Trail, peek at the heirloom garden and vintage farm gear, then book a tour to step inside the 1875 log cabin and Smith House Museum, a low-key Kittitas reset.”

From the Kittitas County newsletter, September 5, 2026

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Mountain View Park

Parks & Outdoors

Need an easy win with the kids or a spot to run off the week? Mountain View Park has a legit play structure, hoops, roller hockey, and…

E Seattle Ave &, S Willow St (Ellensburg)

“Need an easy win with the kids or a spot to run off the week? Mountain View Park has a legit play structure, hoops, roller hockey, and plenty of field space for soccer or a casual toss, plus a picnic shelter when you’re ready to call halftime.”

From the Kittitas County newsletter, September 10, 2026

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