{"id":1649,"date":"2016-06-20T22:05:06","date_gmt":"2016-06-20T22:05:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ledgestonehotel.com\/hotel-yakima\/?p=1649"},"modified":"2016-06-20T22:05:06","modified_gmt":"2016-06-20T22:05:06","slug":"best-local-hikes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ledgestonehotel.com\/hotel-yakima\/2016\/06\/20\/best-local-hikes\/","title":{"rendered":"Best Local Hikes"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Going without a hike in Yakima is like visiting and not checking out one of the incredible wineries! However, some trails do require permits for parking, but they are readily available at ranger stations and a number of local shops. Ask the hotel\u2019s front desk for the nearest available permit station. Once that\u2019s in hand, head to Boulder Cave, perfect for those with children. It offers breezy mountain air that\u2019s just right for hot summer days. A natural ice cave welcomes hikers, but make sure you bring a flashlight!<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/ledgestonehotel.com\/hotel-yakima\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2016\/05\/iStock_000079073929_Small.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-1650\" src=\"https:\/\/ledgestonehotel.com\/hotel-yakima\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2016\/05\/iStock_000079073929_Small-300x200.jpg\" alt=\" \" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ledgestonehotel.com\/hotel-yakima\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2016\/05\/iStock_000079073929_Small-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/ledgestonehotel.com\/hotel-yakima\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2016\/05\/iStock_000079073929_Small-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ledgestonehotel.com\/hotel-yakima\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2016\/05\/iStock_000079073929_Small.jpg 849w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>The Mesatchee Creek Trail is all forest featuring a natural \u201cbridge\u201d of downed trees to help you cross the American River. Wildlife abounds here, but be careful\u2014snow may still be on the ground in June. Drive to Union Creek Trailhead a little farther up to discover a waterfall.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Take a Hike!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The Yakima Skyline Ridge Trail whisks you over the hills and is a perfect late-spring pick. Get a glimpse of the Roza Canal from a real bird\u2019s eye view of 3,000 feet up. It\u2019s a moderate hike, but some children find it the perfect challenge.<\/p>\n<p>At Umtanum Creek Falls, you\u2019ll find a secluded piece of paradise within the L.T. Murray State Wildlife Recreational Lands. The trails are long, and you can choose your own length, but starting from Umtanum Creek Canyon is a good choice. Still, it can be rocky and slippery in some spots, so bring your good hiking boots.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Going without a hike in Yakima is like visiting and not checking out one of the incredible wineries! 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