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Top 10 Things to do in Ellensburg, United States
Ellensburg is a city in, and the county seat of, Kittitas County, Washington, United States. The population was 19,786 in a 2016 census estimate. Ellensburg is located just east of the Cascade Range on Interstate 90 and is known as the most centrally located city in the state. Ellensburg is the home of Central Washington University (CWU).
Restaurants in Ellensburg
1. Wild Horse Renewable Energy Center
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 99 reviews
SEASONAL CLOSURE: NOVEMBER 16TH-MARCH 31ST. 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, Mount Hood, and the Columbia River Basin. Join us for a 60 minute walking tour that explores the 52 kw solar array, wind turbine blade, turbine generator, gearbox, and lets you take a look inside the base of a wind turbine! Weather permitting, free guided tours depart daily, April-Nov. 15th at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. •Closed-toed shoes REQUIRED. •Tour covers 1/3 of a mile on gravel trails. •Dress for the weather. Wind speeds average 17 mph, and it is typically 10 degrees colder on the ridge. •All participants must sign a liability form. Minors must have the liability form signed by a parent or guardian to participate. For rules, liability forms, and additional information please go to www.pse.com/wildhorse
Reviewed By mommytoje - Seattle, Washington
A super cool free tour. We arrived for the tour about 10 minutes before hand. We were greeted at the door by Chance who was super friendly. We were able to look at the different pieces of information in the center. A few are interactive that entertained our kids. When the tour started we got a helmet and glasses to wear (they get sprayed with disinfectant as I witnessed it after our tour was over). Chance spent time inside the facility talking about a few really key pieces of information. He was great about answering all of our questions (including my kids). We went outside where we leaned even more and were able to see one of the blades up close . The tour then ended after we got to go inside one of the turnbines which was really neat. Overall, I am really glad we went and my kids enjoyed it too. Chance was an amazing tour guide. He was delighted to answer all of our families questions.
FYI, Google maps says you have "arrived" once you reach the entrance, but you still have another 3 mile drive at 25mph to get to the visitor center so consider that in your plans if you are going for a tour.
2. Iron Horse Brewery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 65 reviews
Reviewed By 56Special - North Lakewood
We stopped on our way through town and decided to check out the brewery. We sampled a number of beers but the 509 ale was our favorite.
We had the artichoke dip and the pretzel. Both were awesome.
You pick a table, look at the menu, and go to the bar to order. They bring everything to your table.
The service was great, didn't get the bartender's name but she was super nice.
It's our new favorite Ellensburg spot.
3. Dick and Jane's Spot
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 48 reviews
Reviewed By RushCubFan - Spokane, WA
Public Art can go either way. Dick and Jane's Spot is spot-on! It's whimsical, beautiful, radical and just plain fun. Who knew it's just a block off the main drag? Well worth a visit - it's FREE! LOL
4. Kittitas County Historical Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 32 reviews
Reviewed By Vitaly K - Kirkland, Washington
This is a museum not to miss on a visit to Ellensburg. A pity they are closed on Sundays.
Museum covers a choice of subjects: historic automobiles, firearms, minerals, children's toys, clothes, mining. Everything related to Ellensburg and vicinity. Collection of minerals is truly beautiful, featuring petrified wood of over 20 varieties, and semi-precious stones. A small hall is dedicated to veterans of wars starting with Spanish-American one.
Museum features an item really hard to come by anywhere: an operating step-by-step phone switch with 2 rotary dial phones, so you can actually place a call with a 7-digit number and talk. My 11-year old son newer saw anything like that, and was delighted to place a call by turning a dial, rather than tapping on a screen.
5. Whipsaw Brewing
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 12 reviews
Reviewed By flagmama3 - Arizona
We were passing through and wanted to actually eat at a different brewery but they didn't allow kids, so we happened upon this gem! Good beer, kid and pet friendly atmosphere! Food truck out front had great food. The bar tender was friendly and nice to the kids.
6. gard ellensburg
Overall Ratings
5 based on 8 reviews
Reviewed By Doug W - Littleton, CO
We had seen the wine ratings from a couple of sources and thought a stop here would provide a good experience. Tasting room is very nice and the staff was outstanding. We liked the wine so much we stayed longer than planned and bought three bottles. We didn't try any of the beers they had on tap but it looks like they had a good selection. Don't miss this when you are in the area!
7. Olmstead Place State Park
Overall Ratings
4 based on 12 reviews
Reviewed By Jo Ann B - Colville, WA
One of these parks is Olmstead with Threshing Days, Olden Day Plows, and other events. For more information about these and its music events: 509-925-1943.
Gingko Petrified Forest has fossils to find that are 13-17 million years old, plus petroglyhs. Trails are on short pathways.
Iron Horse State Park has l,612 miles of trails on railroad right-of-way. For more im lnfo: milectric.org.
Lake Easton is a year round delight within a forest with freshwater access: 95 tent site and 45 place to camp.
8. Wild Goose Casino
Overall Ratings
4 based on 14 reviews
Reviewed By Ralph A
Lets face it this is no Vegas Casino, but the town is very small and not up to modern things yet. But the Casino plays its job, it has more than enough games for the amount of people, and does not reek of smoke.
9. Umtanum Canyon Trail
Overall Ratings
4 based on 12 reviews
Reviewed By Kaye N - Provo, Utah
This is a great walk - not too difficult and fun to see the variety of flora along the way. We decided it would be a great place to take our grandkids on a future visit.
10. Thrall & Dodge Winery
Overall Ratings
5 based on 2 reviews
Reviewed By Debbie H
Don't let the small size of the tasting room fool you. The folks at Thrall and Dodge Winery offer great tasting wines that are big on flavor. The winery is run by the Vintner and his wife and you will love meeting them. I received a complimentary tasting of their bottled wines and a tour. They have a nice picnic area, plenty of parking, the cleanest sani-can I've ever seen (or smelled) and a bocce ball court. I came in for a taste, I left with a case! Syrah, Chardonnay, Red Blend, and Merlot - each one is worth stopping in for.
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