Ledgestone Hotel – YakimaMay 4 – 6 marks Fiesta Grande in Yakima Valley, the biggest party in wine country. The biggest cultural event in the region celebrates Latinx heritage and culture with restaurants and bars collaborating for a massive, city-wide fiesta. Live entertainment, a carnival, dancing horses, and of course plenty of delicious Mexican cuisine are the…
Category Archives: About Yakima
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Cinco de Mayo Fun
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Mt. Rainier National Park
You can see the peak of Mt. Rainier from much of the Yakima Valley, and exploring the sprawling, 369-square mile Washington State reserve is a must for outdoor lovers. Just southeast of Seattle, the mountain is capped with snow and glaciers for much of the year, and the 6,400-foot sunrise makes for a stunning start…
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Visit Agriculture Country
Just 50 miles from your Yakima Hotel is the sprawling agricultural destination of Mt. Rainier and Puyallup County. The local Native American tribe “pough-allup” (generous people) inhabited the area for thousands of years, and have been vital in nurturing the natural abundance in the area from nuts and berries to fish and game. Thanks to…
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Yakima Area Arboretum
What better way to usher in the month of romance than with a leisurely hike at the Yakima Area Arboretum? Located on the outskirts of the city limits at 1401 Arboretum Dr., there are 46 acres to explore. Marrying the arboretum with the riparian habitat of the nearby Yakima River, what used to be a…
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Yakima Valley Trolleys
Yakima is home to the last operating, turn of the century interurban electric railroad-and it’s a trip you have to take. At the Yakima Valley Trolleys museum, you’ll see modern trolley operations and can even charter your very own trolley for any special outing. The operating season is now extended through September with trolleys…
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Johnson Orchards
A Yakima landmark since 1904, Johnson Orchards is open to the public and has a knack for whisking you back in time. The fruit packing warehouse opened in 1916, specializing in tree-ripened cherries and still in full operation today. At Johnson’s, you can buy cherries, peruse the orchard’s u-pick for what’s in season or…
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Ahtanum Youth Park
Nestled slightly southwest of downtown Yakima, this sprawling park is dedicated to youth recreation and outdoor lovers. Featuring basketball courts, soccer fields, plenty of shady picnic areas, and an equestrian arena, it’s the perfect destination for families looking for a spot to gather at the tail-end of summer. Indoor meeting spaces are popular for…
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Yakima U-Pick Berries and Fruit
It’s berry season in Yakima Valley and your chance to stroll the gorgeous orchards to “cherry pick” your bountiful harvest. Yakima has been irrigated since 1889, offering a perfect agricultural setting with five wine growing regions. The desert soil with volcanic ash creates rich crops starting in April and stretching all the way through…
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Yakima Area Arboretum
Welcome spring in Yakima at the Yakima Area Arboretum, a dedicated city green space that encompasses 46 acres. Here, you can stroll through natural areas and gardens, and take in stunning tree collections. Nature walks are a great way to discover the valley, or perhaps you want to try out a gardening class. In…
