Yakima Sportsman State Park
"Selah residents can reach the park quickly for a convenient day trip along the Yakima River. It is a simple destination for families looking for a nearby place to relax outdoors."
Yakima Sportsman State Park is a compact urban riverfront park that provides easy access to the Yakima River and a peaceful place to relax outdoors. Visitors come for picnicking, fishing, birdwatching, and a convenient stop close to Yakima’s shops, restaurants, and attractions.
Fort Simcoe Historical State Park
"Selah residents can reach the park quickly for a quiet picnic or cultural visit. The park offers a change of pace from town with open space and interpretive history."
Fort Simcoe Historical State Park features a restored frontier military post, interpretive displays, and a peaceful historic landscape. The park is known for its cultural history, picnic areas, and seasonal events in a scenic valley setting.
Olmstead Place Historical State Park
"Selah visitors often come for a nearby educational excursion and picnic stop. The park provides a peaceful historic setting that is easy to combine with other valley activities."
Olmstead Place Historical State Park showcases one of the region’s best-preserved homesteads, with historic structures, farm equipment, and interpretive exhibits. The park offers a quiet glimpse into early settlement history near Ellensburg.