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Umtanum Creek Canyon — Jun. 12, 2016

Central Washington > Yakima
1 photo
Beware of: trail conditions
  • Wildflowers blooming
  • Hiked with a dog
 
Just an FYI - this trail shares a trailhead with Umtanum Ridge Crest, and neither are marked. For those who get confused like we were - from the parking lot, go under the bridge near the stream and to the left you'll come across a trail sign. This trail is kind of hidden, to the right/behind the sign. Umtanum Ridge Crest goes off to the left and is more visible at first glance. The first part of this trail was really lovely through the canyon and we enjoyed the views. As it goes on, however, it becomes really overgrown and while not difficult to navigate, it becomes tedious. We ended up turning around with scratched up legs. If you can handle the elevation, I recommend checking out Umtanum Ridge Crest instead.

Umtanum Creek Canyon — Jun. 2, 2016

Central Washington > Yakima
  • Wildflowers blooming
  • Hiked with a dog
 
Went for a short hike after work. This is a great beginner hike because you can choose to go as far or as short as you like, i went about a mile and a half in. The area is very easy to find and the parking lot is quite big. I didn't see anyone on my hike but there was another car in the parking lot. The hike is pretty straight forward, follow the suspension bridge, my favorite part, and then when you go under the railroad bridge hang left and follow the tracks for about 25 yards and then you will see the trail go off into the woods on the right. Lots of wild flowers but not much wildlife on this day. Trail was in good condition and the great weather made this hike even more fun i would definitely recommend this hike to someone.

Umtanum Creek Canyon — May. 30, 2016

Central Washington > Yakima
4 photos
  • Wildflowers blooming
  • Hiked with kids
  • Hiked with a dog
 
The cactus are blooming, the cicadas are out and the air smells wonderful!

Umtanum Creek Canyon — May. 28, 2016

Central Washington > Yakima
4 photos
  • Wildflowers blooming
  • Hiked with kids
  • Hiked with a dog

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We took the trail to the left at the sign after going under the railroad tracks. After getting up the hill (lots of loose rock) the path become very easy to navigate. There were a lot of cicadas, butterflies and wildflowers.

Umtanum Creek Canyon — May. 25, 2016

Central Washington > Yakima

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Trail head was very well established with good signage and a large parking lot. For those without a Discover pass they are able to park nearby on the street. Trail starts with going over a suspension bridge over the Yakima River. With multiple differing trails and smaller trails it is easy to get confused but all trails about a mile in conjoin. The main thing to keep in mind is to stay on the left side of the creek since the trail on the right side of the creek will be more difficult and either force you to cross the creek or go up and around some rocky terrain. This hike is relatively flat and simple with vegetation throughout it is an enjoyable day hike.