Fort Simcoe Historical State Park
"Yakima visitors often come for a day trip to experience one of the region's most important historic sites. It is a convenient outing for families, school groups, and history enthusiasts."
A restored 1850s military fort and historic park in the Yakima Valley.
Olmstead Place Historical State Park
"Yakima visitors often make a day trip to experience a quieter heritage site outside the city. The park pairs well with a central Washington road trip or a weekend in the valley."
A preserved pioneer homestead and farm museum in the Kittitas Valley.
Ginkgo Petrified Forest State Park
"Yakima residents visit for a unique outdoor experience that combines history, geology, and river views. The park makes a memorable half-day excursion from the Yakima Valley."
A Columbia River park known for its world-class petrified wood, geology exhibits, and dramatic desert views.