14 Hands has consistently delivered high quality, excellent value WA red wine blends for many years. The 2019 Juicy Red is another great example. Syrah based, it serves up complex, well balanced blueberry, dark cherry, black current, mocha and spices. We enjoyed ours during a delicious roast beef dinner. Still youthful for about an hour, it smoothed out nicely for sipping after dinner.

This place is amazing! I read a comment that said the wines are totally different than what is in the store and that is 100percent true. Great wines at a great price. The white cabernet is divine and the charcuterie board has the best cheese I've had in years.

We continue to enjoy going to 14 Hands each time we visit our family in the Tri-Cities so that we may select a few more bottles to bring back home to Napa where we live— we especially love their Cabernet Sauvignon! What we like is that 14 Hands offers a good selection of reasonably priced wines. We also really enjoy the wine tasting experience because 14 Hands has a very nice tasting room, a pleasant and knowledgeable staff, and a large and welcoming patio area— we recommend ordering the cheese plate, which we have found to nicely complement our wine tastings!

A beautiful winery serving one of our favourite Chardonnay’s!! Just a quick first stop on a whirlwind three week road trip, we couldn’t ask for more! Grabbed a few bottles to go for our evening “night cap” in the next town/state!! Thank you 14 Hands for making such tasty product!!

Went here for a wine tasting and they were so awesome and so nice that we ended up joining their wine club which has no membership fee. As a result our complete wine tasting was free and the bottle the prices of the bottles of wine were greatly reduced. It's a very nice wine tasting room with a big large outdoor area that wraps all the way around. Besides the tasting room in large outdoor patio area, they have some interesting vintage barnwood displays, an art gallery, and a little store. Employee Cassandra took great care of us and told us so much history of the winery and their different grapes and vintages. We had such a fun time, highly recommend.

Our highlight of our winery visits in Prosser was the warm welcome we got from Casandra and Veronica at the Best Western Express and 14 Hands winery. They represent the best of the company!

We stopped by this lovely tasting room while on a road trip in July 2022, as a respite from driving in the 100°+ heat. It was a very pleasant experience. The atmosphere of the tasting room is very nice, our tasting guide was wonderful and we enjoyed some unique reserve wines that the winery does not distribute very widely in liquor stores. So, of course, we ended up buying a few bottles. Highly recommended!

Great spot! - & friendly staff... Chelsee was very helpful and we enjoyed her knowledge and sense of humor. Highly recommended!

First time at a tasting room in Eastern Washington. This place was not crowded for a Sunday, but we were not their during the busy season. Learned about their process and how they get their wine. Had some nice reserves while there.

Loved the bike tunnel tour! We went for a work retreat with 6 of us and it was perfect! Jason and Jaylin were awesome guides and we had so much fun

I have had the pleasure of working with Luke and his team a couple of times. Every time the events are fun with an added twist. I so appreciate all the work they do in the planning and execution of events for my clients. Family Reunions are a perfect fit - competitions, bragging rights and prizes for all.

Had an awesome adventure riding the rail trail with Courtnay and Jason! They had our bikes ready, made sure everyone was comfortable, shared stories along the way, and generally made the day great. Courtnay's high energy kept us moving with smiles on our faces. Great time!

We had such a great time on our bike tour! Our guides were super enthusiastic and helpful along the entire trip. They even had snacks! But the best part was ending the adventure at their restaurant South Fork North Bend. The food was bomb and the service was incredible! I will definitely be booking another adventure before the summer ends!

The team at Compass Outdoor Adventures and South Fork are truly exceptional. They recently shared their office space adjacent to South Fork with our nonprofit for our board retreat. The team made the process so seamless and was so accommodating. I love any chance I get to share Compass and South Fork with others and truly appreciate the team's willingness to give back and invest in our community.

We had an awesome experience working with Compass Adventures! Courtenay and Lashann helped us plan a biking adventure in Redmond and Kirkland for a business group, and they were fantastic—super easy to work with, flexible, and always quick to respond. They brought great energy onsite—fun, friendly, and really helpful with our attendees. When rain threatened our plans, they jumped in with creative backup ideas without missing a beat. You can tell they really care about what they do and the people they work with. I truly appreciated their support and can’t wait to work with them again!

This was the third year my daughter attended, and it was by far the best yet. Even though the weather wasn’t ideal, the incredible camp leaders made up for it with their energy, creativity, and enthusiasm. Such an amazing group of role models — thank you for making this experience so special for our kids.

On our trip through I90 we took a stop. This was a great place to take a ride up and walk back down. Also they had live music which was a bonus.

Lift pass priced higher than advertised and we made a 2 hour drive. What are you going to do, turn around drive home and go back to work? $130/day pass plus parking good for all day to include multiple locations and the night ski slope. Not bad really, and cheaper than several other ski hills in Washington. Still way cheaper than skiing in Colorado on the i70. Save big by buying your tickets ahead of time and don’t pay full price for parking, as there is a code to put in the online form that reduces parking to five bucks. Shuttle runs between the main ski areas. Terrain park was fun, lots of fun challenging runs at Alpental and the highest lift around, very beautiful at the top, but only black diamonds to get down from chair 2. Food and drink options all around, friendly staff, mostly easy lifts and unloads, rf Id chips are replacing scan lift passes so that speeds up the process.

I finally had a chance to work out my schedule and make visit from Vancouver Canada to Boyne Resort in Snoqualmie. We planned a day trip on February 16th with a couple of friends. It was a Saturday and I expected a very busy lineup but we managed to use the most of the day by getting the lift between 12-5 PM. The price in comparison to the quality of the runs seems to be pretty expensive but having the option to try the other sides of the mountain added a bit of variety to explore more. For us compared to our resorts in Vancouver and Whistler this was a bit less exciting. But never complain about the beauty of this nature and making a fun day. The staff at the restaurant and the chairlift operators very very polite and helpful. The guest service was also professional and helpful.

BEWARE! The (for profit) parking company will still ticket you for having a parking permit and for parking in an un-signed spot that, I suppose, is an EV space, even though there is not a sign for said space, and it's impossible for the charging cord to even reach the space, while every other space that is EV has a sign in front of it. I arrived at my vehicle to find a parking violation for $100 ($100!!!!! Makes Seattle parking violations look like child's play) for parking in an unmarked, but designated? EV space. How would anyone know that. I've been a season pass holder for mutiple years and have parked along the West side of Silver Fir parking lot for years, acknowledging the EV parking huts and marked spaces. I pulled into a space with no sign to the far right of the charging huts. I disputed the violation immediately, with photos (attached). A guest services member agreed that the violation was a mistake and said it would be forgiven. HA HA not so. I disputed with 4 photos (as much as the allot) and my take on the situation. The entire dispute system is broke because once I hit submit the dispute erased all my photos from the dispute page as well as some of my text, and there is no way to edit the dispute. Once you hit send, it's no longer anything you can fix. They got back to me a few hours later stating the reason for the violation was that I did not have a parking permit (I have a parking permit), but then went to say I was in an EV space and not actually charging, which is impossible because the cord would not even reach my vehicle, meaning no one could charge there, in the unsigned space, that clearly is not EV. I re-sent my pictures and pinpointed questions to an email address for the parking company and got a blanket email, most likely AI written, stating their hands are tied, and not answering a single one of my questions. I've since sent 5 more emails with no response. There is not a phone number for the company, there is no human interaction. I called Summit guest services for help, thinking someone will know what to do but just got an email stating Summit has no affiliation with the parking company, and suggested that I pay the fine before it goes to $200 in 2 days. a 100% increase if not paid in 10 days is the policy. Robbery. Greed. Absolutely no help from The Summit, a company I have given thousands of dollars to over the years sine 2006. I have spent lots of hours now trying to get someone to do the right thing, but alas, corporate takeover has ruined all things good, and obviously just wants that healthy bottom line. Shame on you, I will never spend another dollar at The Summit and I will encourage others not to do so. I've read the other 1 star reviews here and agree wholeheartedly with them. One of the reviews for parking actually got a response from the Summit (owner) it states. Well (owner), please do what's right and help with this. And if you want unmarked spaces to be designated spaces (as another parking review sort ticketed for) then put up signs so that your intentions are clear. There is no sign designating the space I parked in as an EV space. The photos here are very clear. I'm shocked that I have to waste my time with this sort of pettiness. To sum this up, spend your money elsewhere, The Summit has tanked.

Great ski resort! I took a snowboard lesson here a few months ago and it was very helpful! It's very beginner friendly because they have 2 carpet lifts on the West area and it's a pretty decent slope even for beginners. They have 4 ski areas but I spent most of my time in Summit West. Beginner lifts are great because there are plenty. It's also the cheapest ski resort I could find while being the nearest from Seattle. Food is expensive just like any other ski resort. Overall a great resort for the price and for new learners!

Amazing time to spend with your family or on your own. Don't even need to ski or snowboard, just come and enjoy the weather and delicious food at the lodge and awesome atmosphere with alot of different cultures and ethnicities. Live concerts on the weekends and lots of different events to explore. Had a great time at delicious 😋 waffle 🧇 cabin, get it with chocolate 🍫 you won't regret. Kids loved playing in the snow and enjoyed warming up by the fire pit!!! All ages are there and everyone is joyful 😊 and happy.

Get lift & rental tickets online so you can skip the pay desk. There are lockers to rent they are self pay. They have food & a bar. They have night skiing & plenary of parking! It’s close to the city 1hr drive & they have Green, Blue, Black diamond runs. Also have inter tubing.

The drive up is rough and bumpy but 4x4 is not necessary, it engaged my awd intermittently over some bumpy patches. The last gate was closed so we had to hike, I'm not super active and I struggled to make it up the steep narrow switchbacks up the side of the mountain. You can instead walk the road 1 mile to the top adding about .30 mile to the other option and is uphill the whole way but easier for someone not coordinated or scared of heights. Well worth the suffering once you make it to the top. Our goal was to watch the sunrise but due to the climb the sun had already come up by the time we got to the top.

Very busy, but was a nice day on the weekend. Few dogs on leashes, lots of parking. I love walking up the trail, and coming back down on the road to give my knees a break. Great views when it's clear, and a quick 45 minute walk up from the short trail start.

A beautiful old Fire Lookout from the 1930's with stunning views of Mount Rainier. It's maintained by volunteers amd staffed in the summer.

Nice little hike or you can drive to the top. And during spring and summer, there's usually a forest ranger stationed at the fire look out. They're very friendly and informative.

‼️ Please read fully ‼️ We’ve hiked this trail before during the day and absolutely loved it! The views were stunning, and we even got to meet some rangers at the top who were so kind — they gave my son a patch that said “Suntop” on it, which made his day. However, our most recent visit for sunset was a very different experience. While the sunset itself was beautiful, the way down became a very scary situation. A truck was blocking the road, and it appeared to be part of a group with several other trucks parked nearby. We were able to carefully pass, but just a minute later, three of the trucks came flying up behind us, driving extremely recklessly and essentially trying to run us off the road. I’m sharing this to warn others to please proceed with caution, especially during less busy hours. Suntop is a truly incredible place and we’ve made great memories here — but after this experience, I don’t think we’ll be returning for sunset again.

I bet the lookout is very beautiful on a good days. We went on a foggy day so we didn’t see anything. The unpaved road has lots of big potholes, so be prepare for that. There’s a toilet at the parking lot , it’s clean but you have to hold your breath because it’s smells very bad.

The view of the mountain glowing in golden and pink hues during sunset is simply breathtaking. It’s peaceful, scenic, and offers a clear vantage point of Rainier’s peak with the surrounding valleys.

A visit to the Mt. Rainier Gondola was an unforgettable experience! Tickets were easy to purchase online or right at the location. The gondola ride itself was smooth, fun, and offered incredible views the whole way up. Staff were friendly and attentive—they stopped the gondola to assist with safe and easy loading and unloading for those with mobility needs, which was very helpful. The area is ADA accessible at the base with clean restrooms, and there are additional restrooms at the top (note: there’s a steep staircase to access them). There’s a gift shop and cafe at the bottom, and a full-service restaurant at the summit with both indoor and outdoor seating—perfect for enjoying the scenery. The most unique part of our visit? We got to see a wedding party arrive via gondola for a mountaintop ceremony! Such a special and magical moment to witness. Highly recommend this experience for anyone visiting the area.

Cell phone reception is available at the resort, making it easy to stay connected. I highly recommend purchasing tickets online, as there were no ticket booths open when we arrived. With just a scan of the QR code at the on-site machine, you can print your tickets and get in line for the ride. Once you reach the top, you'll have the chance to savor lunch while soaking in breathtaking views. This place is truly a must-visit!

The trip to visit this place is an ABSOLUTE must if you can find time! The tickets were really easy to acquire on site as we made the decision to take it 3 hours before they closed. The views are SPECTACULAR however, when the fog comes in, it comes in HEAVY like San Francisco fog. The gondola ride was very smooth and not bumpy as a normal ski lift would be. Truly a magical place and so glad we got to experience it!

This was a really fun experience loved by all members of the family! While the price might seem high, you get two roundtrip rides with each ticket, which makes it extra fun! The gondolas can seat four comfortably and six in a squeeze. The ride is smooth and the views are beyond amazing.

We came in our way to N Cascades. Very cute but expensive to ride. The restaurant at the top doesn’t open until 10:30 and we couldn’t hang out that long. But the gondola itself was nice. We were there in July and it was not crowded

A vision of pure wonder — breathtaking and serene. 😍 If your journey brings you to Washington State, let this gem be etched into your path. A place not just to see, but to feel.

Breathtaking!! 100% recommend. You can hike up here on your own, or take the scenic gondola during summer time. We got tickets online and didnt have to wait long for the gondola ride.

We went to Crystal Mountain Resort the second week of August. We rode the Gondola and took the shuttle to the Mt. Rainier Sunrise Visitor Center. The Gondola was a blast, we enjoyed the views and lunch at The Summit. The best part of the trip was the shuttle, though. Getting to see the scenery without having to drive was fabulous. Tony, our driver, was delightful and absolutely made the experience perfect! Highly recommend!

Best place to view the mountain chains on a bright and clear day. We can view Mount Adams, Mt St Helen’s, Mt Rainier, Mt Baker and Glacier peak. The gondola ride is so much fun with the kids and views are amazing. There is a nice place at the top to buy some snacks and drinks as well as pretzels chips for the kids.

One of the best side quests if you are visiting Sunrise Point at Mt Rainier. We absolutely love their shuttle to Sunrise that let's us enjoy the scenic drive without worrying about the park reservation, car parking or driving on those mountain roads. The booking and shuttle staff is always super-helpful and friendly, and the gondola ride up is always just as exciting every time. Great for family outings of all ages, and cloudy, sunny or rainy, you leave with a memorable experience every.single.time. Greatly recommended!

✨ Complimenting Crystal Mountain Resort ✨ Don’t be confused when traveling there—Google Maps can be a little tricky! If you’re planning to see Mount Rainier, it will take you straight to Crystal Mountain Resort. That’s where you’ll find the gondola that carries you up to those breathtaking views. I would absolutely love to do this adventure again, especially on a perfectly clear, blue-sky day. Crystal Mountain Resort truly has so much to offer! The views of Mount Rainier are spectacular—you’re completely surrounded by nature and majestic mountains. 💡 Tip: Be prepared to spend a little money on all these experiences (lol 😂). At the base of the resort, there’s plenty to enjoy before heading up: Shopping: Crystal Mountain Outfitters Dining: Snorting Elk Cellar Bar & Deli, Brew 62 Café, Fireside Cantina, Fish Shack, Boot Pack Bar Recreation: Flying Raven Adventure Course, Blue Bell Loop Snowshoe Trailhead And yes, for your convenience, they even have an ATM… so you can spend more (lol 😂). 🌄 The highlight: Taking the gondola ride! It’s an unforgettable journey that brings you closer to Mount Rainier and the surrounding peaks. At the summit, there’s a restaurant and an outdoor patio where you can enjoy live local bands—a great atmosphere. That said, I was a little disappointed in the dining at the top. The menu was limited, and the food preparation wasn’t quite what I had hoped for. 👉 My recommendation: enjoy your meal at one of the fantastic base restaurants before heading up. That way, you can soak in the incredible views and music at the top without worrying about the food. Crystal Mountain is truly a destination where nature and recreation come together beautifully!

We came here on a Friday in August just for the scenic gondola ride and then we stayed for lunch at the Fireside Cantina. I came across this resort when planning our trip and thought the gondola would be a fun way to see Mt Rainer. I purchased tickets online a couple days before coming and they were running a BOGO half off special so we took advantage of that. We really had a perfect weather for this. We arrived early afternoon and got right on the gondola and rode to the top of the summit. We really enjoyed it and the view up there is tremendous. They have chairs for sitting and soaking it all in but they were all taken by other guests. No big deal we were happy to stand and observe the scenic view. There is a gift shop/snack bar up there and a restaurant/bar. We walked around a bit then jumped back in the gondola to head back down. The staff we interacted with were all friendly and helpful. We had lunch at the fireside cantina which was good and I have a separate review on that. With the ticket promo, we paid about $87 for the two of us to ride the gondola and I thought that was a good price. We would have still done it even if there was no sale. I felt it was worth it. This was a great experience and I would recommend it.

Pictures do not due this amazing place credit.I did not stay at resort I drove from Seattle to see Mt Ranier the Gondola was a plus what experience from the top to see the beauty all around you from 7000 ft up the staff and the service from everyone who works there was great this was the best part of my trip

Crystal has always been a great mountain. A little crowded on certain days, but what isn't anymore? The new lodge is great and was a much needed upgrade. Tons of new gear and accessories! Awesome coffee stand and good food. The mountain is cashless these days. Slopes are the same as always. Still some great hidden stashes to find off the main runs! Update...dont forget Summer. Tons of great hiking. Gondola is open, and the views are awesome.

I always love coming to the Brick. It’s unique and has a fun vibe. Most of the time the service is good, as is the food! I was surprised when I ordered a large Caesar for $13.99 and it came in a small bowl, but they did add some toasted bread which was a bonus, so I didn’t go home hungry. My sister ordered the burger with a salad which was great! And her salad was larger😆. Great selection of beers and drinks!

We took a detour off I 90 for a late lunch on our travels. Was well worth it. We had the best onion rings we have had in along time. So crispy & plentiful. Ordered their chicken tenders w/ fries ( crispy) & a side of coleslaw. Also ordered their Roslyn salad. It was a romaine salad w/ dried Cherie’s, crisp apple, blue cheese crumble, and cubes grilled chicken. With your choice of dressing. It was delicious savory & sweet and very filling. It was a Tuesday afternoon so not busy but nice atmosphere. The drink menu was interesting. The old bar is like stepping back in time. The wood stove made it cozy. The step up bar is beautiful & still has the spit toon trough .

Good food with great service in a fun environment. I had the French Dip with grilled onions and a Brick dark lager. The sandwich was good, especially the roast beef. The aus jus really didn't enhance the sandwich. The side of coleslaw was tasty especially after a little salt and pepper. Beer was great!

On our way home, we stopped by for lunch. I guess it was a bad idea. The kitchen is not used to the volume and they were backed up for more than 30 minutes. Im assuming the food is decent and since the saloon was filmed for the show Northern Exposure, its has a great feel. It is what it is when places become touristy but not set up for quick bites. Food in the town area was very good. If you haven’t seen a deer, check my pic. :-)

The food was good and tasted great. Service was friendly and very accommodating. The atmosphere was historic and exactly what you expect. If you're looking for a quiet place to sit and meet with friends go downstairs but it can still be loud if you're trying to talk. Would look to just hangout there sometime with a live band that seems like a great time. Looking forward to our next visit. Might become a traditional stop on the return trip from Cowboy Cross. We will see.

It's been my dream to have a drink at the Brick Saloon ever since Northern Exposure aired in the 90's. Although the inside did not look like it did in the program, it still had a great atmosphere. We enjoyed our visit very much.

Just had dinner here after taking our feral 1.5 yr old trick or treating! First of all, I am an anxious introvert, so since my toddler is in her feral dinosaur stage, I have been avoiding the public. 🙃 We came prepared with Bluey, toys and juice, but sadly this was not enough to entertain our feral fawn. Our server, Lily, came in clutch with the wooden shape puzzle which surprisingly held her attention and kept the bone piercing shrieks to a minimum. The food, as always, was amazing. She heard us discussing my gluten intolerance and she stopped us from ordering a couple dishes that would have had my internals in an uproar (iykyk). She not only made excellent alternative selections (rosemary fries instead of waffle and nachos instead of quesadillas) she told the cooks and made sure the dishes were prepared separately! I’m blown away, because I do my best not to be a “burden” or “problem” so I never mention my intolerances and just do my best to order safe foods and just accept the risk I may get sick. So anyway, all this to say the Brick is amazing, Lily is amazing. Eat there. You won’t regret it.

We got married here in June and it was more magical than we ever could have imagined. Our guests had a great time, and the food and wine were incredible. Also, huge shout to Emma and Nicole, the venue coordinators, who made sure everything went smoothly. Photo credit to J&L photography

Swiftwater Cellars is a winery inside of Suncadia Resort. It's relatively easy to get to and has lots of parking outside. Inside, it's got a downstairs with lots of tables and a little shop, plus an upstairs for catering and big parties. They have a good menu with pricing being a bit high for the portions, but the taste is phenomenal. The steak was cooked perfectly, the meatballs and grilled cheese with soup appetizers were awesome, and even the chicken and vegetables were done right. The staff are great, super friendly and very helpful. The venue itself is very nice and popular for things like weddings. Call ahead of time to book and if you have a big enough group, so the preset menu because they do it right.

I’ve been going to Swiftwater Cellars since it first opened, and it’s never once disappointed. Whether with friends or family, it’s always my favorite place to bring people for a great meal. The food is consistently delicious, and the service is exceptional—friendly, attentive waitstaff who make you feel right at home. It’s the perfect spot for celebrating, catching up, or just enjoying a lovely evening out in Suncadia. A true gem!

I had the absolute joy of photographing Chris and Molly’s wedding at Swiftwater Cellars in Cle Elum, and it was stunning from start to finish. This venue has such a unique charm—it’s tucked into the Cascade Mountains, surrounded by evergreens, rolling hills, and that beautiful winery atmosphere that makes every corner feel special. The mix of indoor and outdoor spaces at Swiftwater Cellars made their day flow seamlessly. The ceremony space framed by the mountains was breathtaking, and later, the reception inside the winery felt elegant, cozy, and perfect for celebrating with all their family and friends. Chris and Molly’s wedding was full of laughter, dancing, and so many heartfelt moments, and the venue was the perfect backdrop to capture it all. If you’re looking for a Cle Elum wedding venue or a Pacific Northwest winery wedding location, I can’t recommend Swiftwater Cellars enough. It’s a venue that’s as beautiful as it is versatile, and it photographs like a dream.

The food here is really good and well presented. Nice comfy lodge with the mountains around. I had the roasted chicken dinner with vegetables. For apps, we had a nice charcuterie board with some roasted carrots. It was fantastic.

As a wedding DJ this is a dream venue. Gorgeous ceremony space with magnificent pavilion structure. The cellar with the barrels is stunning, uplights make a huge difference. The acoustics for the music is perfect. The coordinators are great and have been there for 5 years. Kind of a long drove from Seattle but very doable and worth it DJ Darius Groove on Hyde Street DJs

When you first walk in, you’re just blown away by how wonderful and spacious this restaurant and wine bar is. The huge windows and wonderful decor are an added bonus to the fantastic food and wine choices. When you first walk in, you’re just blown away by how wonderful and spacious this restaurant and wine bar is. The huge windows and wonderful decor are a added bonus to the fantastic food and wine choices. We didn’t do a flight, but we were torn between which wine we wanted to try and they were more than pleased to bring us just a sample taste, and then we ended up not only getting a glass of wonderful wine we ended up buying three bottles to take home in this wonderful fancy wooden box that they sell. The food portions are generous and the atmosphere of the restaurant and casual seating area allow for just a wonderfully relaxing afternoon.

Summetime at Leavenworth is fun too. Soaking in the sun at the Front Street park. Stroll through Front Street for some beer, pretzel, beer, souvenirs and beer (did I mention beer, just kidding). There is a nice gazebo and plenty of seating in the area. There was a local artists exhibition when we visited. Good food is on other streets and not on Front Street. You will love the vibe both in summer and winter.

We arrived a bit too early. The town of Leavenworth is preparing for Octoberfest. All in all it was a great visit and very scenic place.

Very good experience. The beauty and atmosphere attracted even my kids. Yhe horse ride was also good

Its a really beautiful place to spend a few hours in. There's literally always something new, someplace new to go/look at. You won't be bored here.

Great shopping, great food, drinks, beautiful scenery. I loved the Christmas store, the hat store. There were artists selling there wares set up on the weekend in tents in the park with jewelry, photos, garden pieces.

Can't beat the Breakfast at the park for $10. Lots of shops in the area. Coffee, Carmel Apples, Ice Cream, Beer, Food, etc.

Beautiful park and gazebo in downtown. This is the "hangout" for visitors. There is an art show most summer weekends. It's packed during the holidays but very beautifully decorated. At least once in your lifetime a visit to Leavenworth in the winter is a must!

I liked their ambience and vibes! Actually I don't drink, the purpose I had to be there was that the drinkers needed a driver to send them back to the hotel. I was thrilled to be there! People came in and out holding various beers, cheered for each other, talked loud and laughed like crazy, I could feel the happiness with them. It was a worry free zone, I think we all needed this moment!

The pretzel and beer we got were very good. I wasn't a fan of the beer cheese, but my husband loved it. They have a nice outside seating area for dogs. Very kind staff.

Love the vibes of this place and the beer. IPA was strong and worth every drop. I love the gondola. It was a great experience. It is a little wobby when you get on it, so don't spill your drink. Great place to hang out and get a good feel of the nice and cold weather of Leavenworth with their heater and fireplaces in the outdoor setting.

We wanted some takeaway beer - something quite specific. Friendly guy behind the bar gave us some tasters. We chatted about beers he liked what we were after - we went away happy. Nice place, nice beer, nice service. Chill vibes even though it was Labor Day and the town was really busy. Enjoying my beer on my road trip.

Good beers but the food is below average. The grilled cheese had such a funky taste to it - definitely not quality cheese at all. The tomato bisque was nice but too creamy for my taste. The pretzel is honestly the only food that seems worth it here! Beers were nice too.

Was recommended by a friend. Had a blackberry cider- delicious!! Was a beautiful, sat outside. Great views of the mountains. This place rocks! Staff were excellent. Got some of their own beer to go from their fridges. YAY!

A fantastic brewery with a beautiful atmosphere and super great service! The drinks were delicious, and the brewery itself has two levels, outdoor seating, and often hosts events like bingo nights! Such an awesome spot, would happily come here again.

We visited Waterfront Park during the summer, and it turned out to be a perfect spot for a relaxing and fun afternoon. Just two blocks from the main Leavenworth street, this park feels like a quiet escape from the busy downtown. The park is small but charming, with lots of shaded areas, seating, and clean restrooms. Although we didn’t have time to explore the trail, we enjoyed the peaceful atmosphere. There's a lake within the park, and we saw many people floating down the river — a great way to cool off! There’s also a bridge where people were jumping into the water, which added a fun and lively vibe. If you're visiting Leavenworth in the summer, definitely bring a swimsuit and a floaty. It’s a great activity for both kids and adults — refreshing, fun, and free! Highly recommend stopping by.

River access and spots to enjoy nature. Only a road over from downtown, but offered a different environment. Nice place to take lunch.

Awesome place to tube, hang out by the water and enjoy nature. It’s especially nice about 1-2 hours after sunset in the summer. Parking lot is small but the walk is short. Amazon place for pictures or just to sit and relax.

Excellent mostly flat trails with a few restrooms along the way. A few playgrounds for the kiddos and in the fall, it’s a kaleidoscope of color!! You may even see a family of deer crossing the river.

Beautiful park. The Baird island trail was nice and small.

This park wasn't what I expected, and I was surprised with how many beaches it has. It would be better with more signs indicating the beaches, since I saw some people swimming at certain points and didn't know how they got in there. The playground looks renovated with interesting equipment and multiple types of swings. Portable toilets were at the entrance, but I found out later there's an actual restroom building. It smelled bad in the restroom, and I wish they left the door open if they could.

Waterfront Park is a peaceful spot to step away from the busyness of town and enjoy a slower pace. The playground makes it great for families, and having bathrooms on-site is a thoughtful touch. When we visited, the Sugarloaf Fire gave the park an eerie look in photos, but it was still a beautiful and memorable place to stop

This may just be our favorite trip memory out of any vacation we've ever taken! What an incredible experience this farm offers. They've left no detail unthought of and I appreciate that it was a multigenerational family business. The gift shop was amazing and even though it was October when we visited, we sure felt like we were in the middle of Christmas! Great photo opportunities. Delicious, authentic food on site. Learned so much and experienced so many new things! Unforgettable time at Leavenworth Reindeer Farm! I don't want to give away too much so go and experience it for yourself!

This was probably our favorite thing we did while we were in Leavenworth. Even though we went in October, it still had this really magical feel. We really loved it here! The staff is super friendly and very knowledgeable, and it's also a family-owned business. As a city girl, I have little experience with animals, so I found myself initially uncomfortable. However, they made sure I felt welcome and comfortable from the beginning. You can really tell that they take good care of their animals. Despite the many animals on the farm, it remained incredibly neat and clean, which is a real bonus. I'll absolutely return soon. It's a must for anyone visiting Leavenworth or Washington state.

We had so much fun! They really take care of these reindeers. It's not at all one of those places where you feel bad about the animals, these guys are very happy and the family is kept together. You really learn a ton about reindeer. There are also adorable cats, turkeys, and chickens.

Such a great place! So much fun interacting with their reindeer and of course the babies! Hansel & Gretel are just darling! Loved the informational video before going in with those wonderful animals! The camels were such a cool part of the place too!

If you're visiting Leavenworth for the first time, one of the spots you definitely should visit is this reindeer farm! A family business where you can see the love and support that the family has on the animals. A very fun place for people of all ages!! We got to see the cute reindeer and feed them while being able to learn more about them and ask questions about how they are raised. The staff are so friendly and genuinely enjoy being there. So I think it's one of the best spots to visit in Leavenworth!

My friend and I had a blast feeding these gentle creatures. Safety was #1 and there were several caretakers who guided both people and deer and took photos with the "safer" of the reindeer. Be prepared for a ten minute video in the beginning which advertises products, explains reindeer anatomy and behavior, and discusses safety.

This is a must stop! I always come in winter but had family in town and wanted them to visit. It is rutting season so some reindeers are blocked off and the reindeers are scraping their antlers to shed the fuzz so they do look bloody (heads up for kids). The family that runs this farm is amazing and welcoming and full of information that shows how truly amazing reindeer are! We got to see the baby twin reindeer! Super rare! When you’re waiting to go in they have feed to feed the chicken and turkeys and the barn cats were out and I got to pet them for a while. The gift shop is gorgeous and they have a little food and drink shack. Decent amount of parking.

Great pit-stop location to take a break and stretch your legs. A wide variety of goods purveyed here, from fresh fruit, candies, snacks, coffee, ice cream, craft sodas, wines, spirits, beers and more. Upstairs is an antique shop.

I stop here every time I come this way. We always get saltwater taffy and usually grab something else for the drive, too. It was super busy, so I parked in a back lot. I've never had to do that before. In spite of the number of people, I was still able to find someone almost instantly when I needed help finding an item. They didn't look at me like I was a Sasquatch at all. They quickly guided me right to the item I wanted. I also spent some time looking through all the antiques. I was looking for items that are pretty unique, so I struck out there, but that's okay. There are a lot of really cool things upstairs.

I LOVE this place!! I try to stop by everytime I pass by on the highway and it's never disappointing. I mostly like going upstairs to look at the antiques but the first floor is very impressive too and offers a lot of fresh fruits, vegetables, other foods, and candies. The salt water taffy is amazingly soft and there are plenty of flavors to choose from. I haven't tried anything from the cafe/ ice cream but I would really like to and I wouldn't doubt it's quality. The upstairs is my favorite and especially the second floor. I love the selection of records, CDs, and the cute beanie babies. I will say some of the items I think are personally overpriced and I could get somewhere for cheaper but overall I wouldn't say anything was super expensive. I found some unique dinosaur figures too and it made me happy!

Insanely great place to stop off I 90 All the in season fruits and veggies Antique store with huge inventory on second and third story Next to Shrees gas station with the big flag

Love to stop here and get off the freeway. Family gets out the car to stretch legs. Look at all the stuff for sale on the 2nd and 3rd floor. A lot of the stuff always reminds me of my grandma's house and the smell. Fruit seems expensive here. Enjoy some ice-cream before getting back on the freeway. Can always expect to be here for at least an hr. Fruit/ice-cream/restroom .

If you find yourself near Ellensburg with a couple of hours to spare, spend them somewhere else! Once a cherished stop for antique enthusiasts, the Thorp Fruit and Antique Mall, just west of Ellensburg, has plummeted into a disheartening mess of modern kitsch and low-quality trinkets. What used to be a haven for unique, vintage finds has morphed into a cluttered bazaar of mass-produced junk. Half the booths are now stuffed with overpriced Pop! figurines, stacks of cheap stuffed animals fresh off last week's assembly line, and literally thousands of Hot Wheels cars — many available at Walmart or Target for a fraction of the price. There are endless boxes of mostly worthless modern comic books, T-shirts printed so recently the ink is practically still wet, display cases full of crappy, mass-produced pocket knives, a sea of western apparel, and shoddy steampunk-themed items fashioned earlier this week, presumably in China. The store’s standards have utterly collapsed, with booth after booth peddling new, low-value garbage that wouldn’t pass muster at a flea market. For a true antique experience, head to the Yakima Fruit and Antique Store instead. Though smaller, it maintains integrity, offering genuine vintage items without the onslaught of Hot Wheels, comic books, Pop! figurines, or other nonsense. Thorp’s fall from grace is a sad reminder of what happens when quality is abandoned for quantity. Save your time and skip this one.

Beautiful place! We drove several times by this place, but today decided to make a stop. And we were not disappointed! I love antique and this place is awesome! Need to visit! Highly recommended!

This is a great spot for some good skiing and snowboarding. The staff is very friendly and the slopes are well taken care of. Lift 2 was my favorite as it takes you to the top of the mountain where you get some amazing views.

Went December 2024 and was such an awesome experience! ‘Pod’-style ski lift provided much needed wind barrier that day! Inversion that week for weather and the views were spectacular! Lines were short that trip due to cold/freezing temps. Parking lots easy to navigate for large vehicles 😁

Absolutely gorgeous! It somehow has the charm and relaxing atmosphere without too much crowds like most large ski resorts, I can sit down nicely have a great lunch and enjoy the snow after lunch. Highly recommended!

Don’t come here. We like it without the lift lines, without crowded slopes and without terrible parking. If you come here it will be one step closer to the crowded more well known resorts in WA - most of which that have worse snow conditions and the same level of terrain. Please pay to park at Crystal, ski in the rain at Summit West and leave this place alone.

Beautiful mountain. The staff are all incredibly friendly and helpful. Easy 3 mile drive up to the slopes. Great spot for our family to snowboard. Can't wait to go back!

Great place for beginners, Freedom Pass program exceeded my own expectations. The staff members are amazing, especially the ski school staff. The energy they all give off is contagious, I found myself laughing and joking along with them. By lesson #4 we were all on a first name basis. It's been a great experience and I'm looking forward for next season, thanks Mission Ridge!

The local ski resort of choice. Gorgeous views, great options for food and beverages, fun activities, super friendly and fun staff. An overall warming experience even though you’re in the cold, snowy mountain valley. Oh and clean bathrooms!!! That says A LOT about how this resort cares about the quality of everything they provide their guests.

A fav of ours anytime we are in Ellensburg. Great beer, excellent prices, laid back atmosphere, staff and clientele... Right on 👍

Come here now! Get the Irish Death! Enjoy the ambiance and the company, and there will probably be live music. I love this place for making an absolutely delicious DARK beer! The recent remodel has made it feel even more welcoming and comfy!

A must to visit if you're in town and love beer and cider! Definitely a fan of the Tiramisu Death and Crisp cider. There's popcorn on-site and the food truck Swiftfried Pizza serves great eats as well. Riley was fantastic taking care of us and made the day special. Definitely recommend!

Iron Horse is a pioneer to the Ellensburg chanel of local breweries. As most residents know the movement of the older tasting rooms, Iron Horse's current newer location is in their local production facility. This is a smaller sized public brewery with a nice larger outdoor seating area. Feel welcomed by there family friendly board game filled library. Kids and pups welcome! The staff are extremely friendly and thier beer speaks for themselves. As a reminder, they do not serve food other then their fresh popped popcorn however they host multiple different food trucks including some with amazing pizzas and another with comforting tacos; they are very welcoming to outside meals, so BYOF.

The food.and drink here were excellent! The staff was very friendly and brought out our meals and drinks very quickly. The oven was out, so we were not able to order pizza like we intended, but the Mac and cheese and quinoa wrap that we got were very good for not a bad price. We were also able to fill up a growler for cheap. Highly recommend going here for either hanging out for a drink or for good eats

Taproom has been on our list to visit for a while, so glad we finally made it in! Service was fantastic, tried several beers 🍺🍺 and a few of their newly acquired bad granny ciders . The space is cozy and they serve popcorn. They have these cute little coffee tables made out of half kegs! To go beer is available so grabbed a 6 pack for home 👍

Always good spot to people watch. Great pizza wagon, need to get there early in order to get an order in. Probably best place in Ellensburg for pizza. Always great micro brews, my horse injoys High 5 Hef.

We went there on our trip to Yakima for our wedding anniversary. They were so nice and helpful and they kept bringing more different kinds of peaches for my wife to sample. We finally settled on a box of Elberta and a box of Donut peaches. We brought them back across the mountains and are them for weeks after!! They were SO DELICIOUS and JUICY!! You can't go wrong at this place!!

This orchard came highly recommended, yet I was surprised they didn’t proactively offer samples of all varieties, as one might expect at a public or farmers market. Perhaps there’s a reason for that: their apples were flavorful but not particularly crisp, and the peaches were oddly woody, a disappointment. Pricing is also comparable to what you’d find in the city, oddly enough. Still, I appreciated that the staff kept the store open right up to closing, so the drive wasn’t in vain.

Fresh fruit, in season. It's a green oasis on the west side of Yakima. It's easy to miss, as it sets back from the highway. If you like fruit, you'll have to come back with each season. We missed the strawberries, but were on time for cherries and apricots.

If you are in the vicinity go visit. Not worth driving threw Yakima to go visit which is what we did. Lots of fruit, almost no vegtebles, some cheese and pastries. Might be the least stocked farm store I have ever been to, no sauces, no veggies, no hand crafted goods. Just go to the farmers market on Sunday.

Friendly and helpful staff. Great pies, cookies, and other desserts. They also had a lot of fresh fruits and vegetables for purchase as well. Would recommend stopping by if in Yakima.

Every summer we drive to Yakima to get peaches, cherries, and apples. The Johnson Fruit Orchard is our favorite place to get the fruit. The staff here are friendly, welcoming and efficient. The atmosphere is down to earth. The hand pies, cookies and other baked goods yummy!

Fresh fruits, esp apples. Hubby likes apples so it was a good place to stop. We got their pie as well. It was delicious!

Great museum with local history and vibrant exhibits. We learned a lot about the area and enjoyed the air conditioning.

Very nice museum to know the history of Yakima. It's very informative for adults and educational for kids. There is a kids discovery place underground. Easy to kill time with kiddos.

Love this museum, especially the neon signs I remember from my childhood

Quite a large museum really. All things Yakima valley. Turns out that there are a lot of interesting things.

VERY nice museum. Lots of old horse-drawn vehicles that you can get right up to. Great info on the history of the Yakima Valley, An awesome room full of taxidermy! Beautifully and colorfully laid out. Lots and lots to see!

This museum was our first stop in travel to Columbia river gorge. Wi did not expect so much emotions we had there! Very interesting exposition with carriages. We saw the prototype of modern RV :)

This is a great museum. We were looking for information about the farming (orchards) in the area and found this great introduction to the area. It includes farming, early wagon travel, the Yakama people, Justice William O. Douglas, mountain climbing, old neon signs, and more.

Lots of in depth interpretation in the displays and the docents are very knowledgeable. Tour happen daily. Spring time is exceptional with a large diversity of flowers and insects. It is quite windy so be prepared for that if you’ll be walking around outside of the visitor center

Super good place to stop by and see wind turbines from close. This place has great scenic views as well. They have guided (and free) tours at 10 am and 2 pm. Staff is very nice and friendly.

It's worth the long winding drive to watch the wind turbines up close. And so much more you can learn in the center. Watch out for rattlesnakes in the area, they are so good at camouflage.

This place was awesome, we happened to be in the area and decided to take the long was home from a concert at the gorge. This was for sure worth the drive, it does seem kind of like a road to no where but very pretty and scenic. We are middle aged and really enjoyed the information and history in the center they have! You get to get up close to the wind turbines and it really puts them into perspective of how big they really are. If your lucky you might even get to watch them climb them. Truly a phenomenal experience and I highly reccomend visiting at least once. The weather was awesome, there were plenty of parking spots, and it was not crowded. We went in the middle of june! It was perfect.

Thank you to Puget Sound Energy for establishing the Wild Horse Renewable Energy Center and making it possible for the public to experience a wind power facility up close. I once tried to visit the Ivanpah Solar Electric facility in California but was met with a rather unfriendly reception. In contrast, Puget Sound Energy not only contributes meaningfully to the production of renewable energy but also shows us that such efforts are truly worthwhile. The visitor center offers a unique and valuable opportunity to educate the next generation about clean energy. While I understand that maintaining a visitor center in such a location must come at a significant cost, I sincerely hope Puget Sound Energy continues this important work. Opportunities to engage directly with wind power technology are rare, and I encourage more people to visit and experience it firsthand.

A very good place to see what is a wind farm like and they even have a blade lying on the ground that you can see at very a close distance. A good place to spend a weekend with a little bit of learning and a little bit of hiking. Despite of the strong wind, it may be hot in a sunny summer afternoon. Please add or remove some clothes before the guided tour begins.

This is my first time to see windmills in so short distance. They are very impressive. And there are some activities for kids to do in the information center.

The place is very beautiful. The rooms are nice, but the service can use some more time management . My checkin time was at 3pm . That was not the problem it was that I got their at 7 pm, and my room was not even ready. I was very disappointed. And they could have had better towels. Other than that. The place was a nice place to stay for 3 days. Very peaceful. I enjoyed my time their.

Great price. Location was a 4 as was easy to find and other fast food restaurants nearby, if you wanted to go out. But had good restaurants inside. Nonetheless, we enjoyed our stay. The only cons are that there is not very much if anything to do outside of the casino, and I felt (my opinion) that the buffet is overpriced.

You must show your ID upon entering! This casino is strict and payouts are non existent. Do not plan on winning here. The brunch buffet was expensive, greasy and not very hot. I can't think of anything good about my experience. The music they play is boring elevator music. Their elevator shut too fast, I and my husband both got bruises trying to stop the door! The concert we went to was short and the audience was passive, not much enthusiasm in that crowd. The band was great they deserved more... I personally would not recommend.

I have never seen a casino pay so low. all of their machines are turned way down and no one is hitting anywhere in the entire casino. They are definitely below what the gaming commission would consider legal. They would also get a lot more people gambling if they weren't so tight with their payouts

It took a few days before I could gather my thoughts to write this review after the horrific treatment my family and relatives experienced. The staff was less than hospitable, and that’s the nicest way I can possibly put it. You don’t fly thousands of miles for a family gathering just to have people mistreat you at your first meal. My aunt was denied entry because she didn’t have her ID. You would think that there should be a completely separate entrance and space for non-gamblers. I mean, if you’re exclusively a casino, I get it, but you’re not. You offer other services that have nothing to do with gambling. It was just downright humiliating. I don’t want to have to say that it’s a race issue, but it is. And no, that’s not just based on my aunt being my denied entry. I understand that there isn’t a large Asian demographic in the area, this is 2025, racism doesn’t fly anymore. Can we normalise learning how to talk to people of every race with respect? If that’s not your thing, hospitality is not the field you should be working in. Being rude and dismissive is not acceptable.

The rooms are beautiful. Spa is pretty good, but kinda pricey in comparison to other stand alone spas in the area. Food options are pretty good. The coffee shop has great drink options and amazing ice cream!

We went there tonight for my husbands birthday. My husband and myself ordered the ribeye steak which was $40 each. My brother in law ordered the prime rib. We have never had worse food ever! The quality of the meat was bad, but so was the chef. Our potato’s were cold the so were the vegetables. We will never eat there again😡🤓

What an amazing weekend. If anyone had one winery they could visit, I would highly recommend coming to Bonair. It's definitely a hidden gem. This past weekend, I took my sisters from out of town to do some tastings. We visited and was completely impressed with the entirety of what we experienced. The winery, tasting room, entry, front area, library, was all amazing and beautiful. You can tell, this place is loved by us owners. The owners, Shirley and her husband, are GREAT people. Shirley was attentive, fun, and caring. Oh, the stories to be heard, simply fun. The wines are all good medals, definitely winners that you should try. The prices are fair, and the pours are GENEROUS. One of the best things about a private winery is not just the care for the business, BUT also for the community. Bonair supports its local libraries and sells/ donations for books in the side room. We bought quite a bit because the books look interesting to read, and they support the local community. We bought a couple of bottles, and it's been a week, and we need to replenish our stash, hehehe. If you get a chance, please stop by. You won't be sorry. Thanks, Shirley and Bonair, for making our visit memorable. We'll see you soon.

Beautiful winery, friendly owners/wine maker. Okay wines on average, found 2 we liked enough. Go for the beautiful location and try some wine. Some of the oldest wines in Yakima valley.

This was our first stop for wine tasting in Zillah. Beautiful location, we were greeted by the sweetest little dog! We had a great conversation with Kevin, and gave us a great tasting experience. Great wines, and very reasonably priced. We'd totally be back!

The staff were super friendly. We bought our own lunch and enjoyed it with their Rose. They provided us with some silverware and were very accommodating. They even gave some duck feed for the kids in our group. The duck pond is really fun and the vineyards and surroundings are gorgeous and make for beautiful backdrop for pictures.

Very nice facility, good selection, knowledgeable staff. My only “complaint” is the process was too much of a production than truly trying to educate anyone on the wines. More, here’s the list, pick one and drink, then pick another.

This is my favorite winery in the yakima area. They have a few good choices for food like a charcuterie board, a panani and prochiuto wrapped asparagus (seasonal?). We ordered 1 of each and loved them all, plus brought a picnic. Their wine prices are also reasonable. Outside you get a super casual atmosphere(not the typical cookie-cutter-overmanicured-destination winery) A pond with ducks and a great view! They have seating inside as well. Next time, we are skipping the over thought, over-priced and overdone wineries and heading straight to Bonaire! The staff are also down to earth. Ireally love this place.

The hosts/service were/was excellent. The wine was amazing. Our favorites were the Malbecs and Petit Verdot(to each their own). They have a full kitchen and were open for Phase one quarantine. The ducks were very friendly.

Did not have a bad wine here. They are legit. Nice staff with great personalities.

Try the Mimosa flight! It was easy to make reservations for our group of eight. We do wish there hadn't been so much highway noise and that the staff had described the wines. When we there, they only had charcuterie boards, not real lunch options

Walked in , very nice place warm feeling and relaxing. Kind of had a Pre-1950s feel. Only purchased two bottles to go but will definitely come back to visit. Sammy accommodated me , even recommend a good wine selection . 5 stars.

super welcoming and knowledgeable staff, lovely location with a large patio. we didn’t have reservations but were treated like royalty. I was in the mood for whites and they were packed with flavor at a fair price point!

Our host Rob presented us with an incredible flight at the airfield. Will return. Thanks for a sun memorable Sunday

Friendly and helpful! Open and airey with a large wine selection. Went above and beyond to help us find the wines we liked.

Let me start by saying Elizabeth was amazing! She was so knowledgeable & hospitable. She even brought a bowl of water for the pups! The mimosa flight was great & lovely seating. They Also have a great little gift shop.

Lots of great information and exhibits! Our tour guide, Cassie, was very knowledgeable. I’d definitely recommend the second Saturday Tour.

Amazing to see the ingenuity of humanity. Being able to measure changes in gravity at such resolution is incredible! And having an amazing area to show kids the effects of gravity and wave forms is super fun and educational. Also. The best bathrooms in the world

LIGO is a wonderful place where people can see how tax dollars are responsibly used to increase human knowledge. The good news is that one need not be a scientist to comprehend the information presented. I highly recommend a trip to LIGO for all those curious about space and the natural world. Tickets are free, but you must sign up in advance.

State of the art facility to detect gravitational waves from neutron stars, black hole, and black hole + neutron star mergers. There is a exploration center that explains in a simple way the physics of gravitational wave detection that even kids can understand.

I attended the tour of LIGO (Laser Interferometer Gravitational-wave) with a group of Physics students from Freeman High school. Cassidy, our tour guide was phenomenal. She had a wealth of knowledge and was very good in her interactions with the students. I would recommend taking this tour, it was very informative.

Unveiling the Cosmos: A Stellar Experience at Sanford LIGO Observatory As an enthusiast of all things astronomical, my visit to the Sanford LIGO Observatory was nothing short of breathtaking. This facility, a pinnacle of scientific achievement, offers a unique glimpse into the cutting-edge of cosmological exploration, and it did not disappoint. A Marvel of Modern Science The highlight of the observatory, without a doubt, are the massive x-y arms, crucial for the LIGO's mission to detect gravitational waves. Witnessing these monumental structures up close was awe-inspiring, offering a tangible connection to the abstract and profound phenomena they're designed to observe. The sheer scale and precision of these arms encapsulate human ingenuity's boundless reach, a testament to our quest to decode the universe's most elusive mysteries. Enlightening Guided Tour The guided tour was a cornerstone of the visit, transforming what could have been a mere observational experience into an immersive educational journey. The guide, brimming with knowledge and enthusiasm, elucidated the complex scientific principles with remarkable clarity. Understanding how these arms function to detect the ripples in spacetime created by distant cosmic events was absolutely fascinating. It was a perfect blend of profound science communicated in an accessible manner. Architectural Grandeur Meets Scientific Endeavor Beyond its scientific significance, the observatory's design is a visual feast. The x-y arms, stretching across the landscape, create a striking harmony between human-made structures and the natural world. They stand as a bold declaration of our presence in the cosmos, reaching out to listen to the universe's ancient whispers. Final Thoughts My visit to the Sanford LIGO Observatory was an enlightening journey that expanded my appreciation for the universe and the extraordinary efforts we undertake to understand it. The observatory isn't just a place; it's a portal to the cosmos, offering rare insights into the fabric of spacetime itself.For anyone curious about the universe, passionate about science, or simply in awe of humanity's capability to explore the cosmos, a visit to this observatory is an absolute must. It’s a place where science meets imagination, where the cosmos's secrets are within our grasp, and where the universe's silent music is heard loud and clear.

A colleague of mine wanted to go here so we did a short road trip from seattle to here. The staff is super nice. We had an appointment for the observatory tour at 11:45 am and they were on time. They first explained about what they do at the observatory. And they took us to some few important spots in the campus. The person who was taking us on tour, answered all questions. We had a great experience. If you are interested in knowing more about the observatory, then definitely it’s worth the visit!!

Stopped here to do a wine tasting and wound up staying for lunch and then coming back for their monthly three course dinner later in the evening. The wine was some of the best we tasted in the Red Mountain area, and the food was just as spectacular. Katie who did our tasting was very knowledgeable and told us so much about both the wine and the region as well as how things are grown. She provided excellent wine recommendations and also let us compare and contrast some of the different wines which really made for a great tasting experience. If I lived in the area I would definitely come back often for both the food and the wine, but we had to settle with ordering some to be shipped home.

We had the Ceasar salad and chicken. The dressing was not terrible but was put on a little heavy and needed just a little more zest to it to be very good. We also had the Giacomo pizza, which was very good. It had very good ingredients and was cooked nicely. Lizzy had the Albarino and seemed to enjoy it a lot. Overall prices are not terrible for a vineyard but are on the pricier side but not a terrible value. We We definitely come back on occasion.

We booked a tasting followed by a reservation for their Thursday night happy hour. The facility is very very nice, with Italianate decorations and patio. The wines were some of the best in the area, as well as plenty of different types to try. The food was SO so good too! I felt like we had really lucked out on booking at this winery, and I don't feel like we could have gotten better food anywhere else in the area. The Divola pizza was divine! Our server was very kind and personable, which is always appreciated. She answered all of our questions and never made us feel neglected or rushed. The owner of the winery was present behind the bar that night and opened up wines not on the menu so that we could have extra tastings, which made us feel very special. I will definitely come back again, and specifically book the Happy Hour too! I am very appreciative to have found this winery!

Tami and Katy were the best! They were so kind and personable. Additionally, the charcuterie board was the best we have ever had and bonus because they also had local draft beer which my fiancée enjoyed. They had a great selection of white estate wines to choose from. The arch terrace Chardonnay did not disappoint.

Loved this gorgeous winery! The view is absolutely breath taking. Reservations are recommended especially on weekends as this place gets very busy. They have an onsite kitchen and is a very popular spot for wine and lunches. They are dog friendly on the patio only. You get to taste about 8 wines for $30 Or fee is waived with a purchase of any two bottles. Tasting did not disappoint from their whites to red. They have a variety for all taste buds. I loved all their Cabs. They have a mix of 100% Cab to some with Merlot and Cab Franc. All were delish and as I was tasting I kept thinking of food items these would pair well with. Of course we purchased half a case variety of red wines. Venue is super clean, great vibe and super friendly staff. Darcy and Alex were both amazing. We will definitely be going back here when in the area.

Alex H.was our waitress, and Chef Dan was our cook. When we arrived, we were seated appropriately. The wine tasting was interesting. Then, YES! My order was running late (food ).Ok stop! Here comes the Five stars. I expressed it was best to get the bill, and move on... NOPE! They took it to the next level and as light as they are with staff, they came through in a clutch.

We didnt get to do the tour due to unavailability and had to contend with the wine testing. First thing first - beautiful location. Felt like an Oasis when we went in. Beautiful views. Coming to wine testing - nice flavors (I am not a big wine lover, but liked the different tastes/wines they had). They charged $30/head. That would have been waived off, had you gotten two bottles of wines from them. Since I am not a big wine drinker, i opted for the tasting. They have cheese and crackers, which we need to buy and they would serve it for you. Our hostess was patient and clear while explaining each one before pouring. We didnt get food here, but i saw food being served to a table. I would definitely recommend this place if you wanted to do some wine tasting.

The "Horse Experience" was so wonderful. Riding is so much fun, but there is a ton of enjoyment to be had grooming the horses, learning how they communicate, and communicating with them in the ring! I highly recommend this experience. I took my nearly 97-year-young grandma and she enjoyed grooming her horse so much. What a good day. Teresa is so generous and it is obvious she cares deeply about her horses. I'm grateful she offers all of us a chance to join in.

We had a wonderful experience! The horses were calm and easy to manage and we learnt a lot about the area.

Emily is such a great and knowledgeable trail ride leader and gave us a beautiful ride touring several wineries! They have a wonderful boutique showcasing local artists and many fun classes. This is my second trail ride and I will be doing many more. If you are ever in Tri Cities or surrounding, please stop by!

Teresa is very kind and informative. She allowed a group of us to show up last minute to surprise a family member who loves horses. It was a very good experience. We all enjoyed ourselves. Her horses are so sweet and funny. Also, I highly recommend her homemade goat milk soap! It smells phenomenal and leaves your skin feeling so soft.

Spent 3 days wine tasting in the Red Mountain area with 2 other couples. We did the Sunset Wagon Ride and Dinner with Red Mountain Trails on our last night. What a great experience. It was about a 30 minute wagon ride each way to a simple table set up for the 6 of us table cloth and all. Beautiful view of the valley and was totally quiet except for the laughter of our group. Great food from the grill and much more than our group could eat. This was the highlight of our trip and was very different than the usual noisy restaurant. Will definitely do it again.

Teresa is a wonderful host! She introduced and paired the horses well to our experience levels. Nice easy trails. I would recommend to anyone interested in horseback riding or wine tasting!

Amazing experience. Teresa and Emily were so wonderful and full of information about the local wineries and vineyards. Best way to wine taste... astride a four legged beast!

Excellent engagement activities and learning for adults and kids! History of the area and the agriculture grown here! And did you know they make Tillamook cheese here? You can’t buy cheese but you can buy ice cream!

I stopped at the supercharger during a trip, and was disappointed that there was no food, so me and my dad walked past the large play structure to the Sage Center and it was really cool inside with interesting displays 🦌🥔🐺, sadly we didn't tour it all but we did use the public bathrooms (The girls bathroom is clean and comfortable) and shopped around the gift shop. Not to mention there was to go bowls of tillamook ice cream 😋. The costumer service was also super good and the employees were really nice.

This is where my Tesla always has us stop on our trips to Boise, Idaho. Once I actually went inside, I saw how cool the museum actually is. It has a lot of interactive activities and awesome information you wouldn’t learn from many places. Great place for kids. It has an outdoor playground and a little area for dogs to run around, play and go potty. Would definitely recommend stopping, especially with children on long trip breaks.

Best place to charge EV with kids! We stopped here twice to charge our Rivian and it’s the best. Chargers are fast, and some of the Tesla chargers have adapters so we could charge easily. The best part is the playground!!!! So much more pleasant to charge here with the kids. There’s also picnic tables, so a great place to hang out while you charge. One negative is that there aren’t bathrooms (there was a disgusting port-a-potty).

Stopped here to use a Tesla supercharger. Wonderful that we were welcome to use the restroom & have coffee/relax. Especially enjoyed the impressive educational exhibits, and awesome outdoor playground!

Not a huge museum but they pack a lot of different topics in the space. Several interactive exhibits. All is focused on agriculture and industry in the area, including historical perspectives.

So much great education about our farming in USA. The Ballon ride was down when we were there. If in the area fir a few days or need a break from driving, we highly recommend. Plenty of room for large motor homes & tow veichles

Visited 6/27. Had to knock to be let in a few minutes after 11. Two young women were ringing up people in safety vests(employees?) one after the other. After about 5 minutes of waiting at tasting bar, one of them asked if we were there for a tasting and we answered, yes. She stated she would be right with us and continued ringing up these vested people. After another 5 minutes of being ignored, we left. We had been regular drinkers of your wine, and had looked forward to this tasting. However, due to your employees' rude behavior, you have lost us as customers.

Nice winery with a lot of character, despite being like a corporation (watch the trucks with grapes come and go). Make sure to go down the stairs and see the cellar with all the cases. The tasting room is very comfortable, enough space to taste and browse the wines. Prices of the wines are very reasonable.

This place is unbelievable great place to visit and take a tour you will not be dispointed at all.

Beautiful grounds and a very nice tasting room with friendly employees. Visited during the Spring Barrel weekend and were fortunate enough to be able to go down into the cellar to taste wine from the barrels. Nice selection of items for sales including some cheese and other snacks.

We had the best time at Columbia Crest Winery today in the tasting room with Vicky,. She made our day by being so welcoming, joking around with us and being so informative! She even got us some cheese and crackers to go with the tasting! We shared how much we were looking forward to our visit, but had been worried of our delay during the drive to the winery from the Columbia Gorge waterfalls, as it was much farther than we were thinking and it took so long to get there that we didn’t arrive until 4:30, just having discovered that they closed at 5 pm while we were on the way! Upon arrival we thought we would be rushed through the tasting experience at this, our favorite overall winery, after coming from Philadelphia to visit while in Washington. But nothing could have been further from that as she showed us numerous wines and even gave us an individual tour of the vine cellar and a tasting from a barrel during fermentation! She shared her Columbia Crest story with us and even took a picture with us! In the end we were there for over an hour and we would have never known that she and a few of her colleagues were staying to make our experience so special! What a wonderful representation of Columbia Crest she was! Congratulation to Columbia Crest for having a great staff member to represent your business!! Highly recommend others touring this beautiful winery!

I'm going to be honest, I was a bit leery because it was such a big corporation winery. But it was actually a great experience. First of all $5 for 4, 5 tastes? Awesome. Second, the chateau they had was incredibly classy but approachable. Third, the attendant at the bar was incredibly nice, easy to talk to, and poured us drinks we were curious about, even if they were off the list. Good times and nice vineyard to walk around.

A fantastic and pleasing place to visit.

Planned a private wine tasting with my girls to catch up and drink wine. They even helped out with creating a charcuterie board to sample with the wines. Overall, a great experience and a beautiful place. Shame it was raining, would have loved to walk around but the scenery was breathtaking. Will be visiting again during my next visit.

Great place to deliver, fast unloading and have overnight parking

The wife and I stopped here while enjoying the evening after dinner visiting Richland. Great park with lots of paved access for wheelchairs and mobility devices. Easy to get near the water. Even at night it was mostly well lit. Certainly an interesting dichotomy with the fancy river cruise boat docked at one end and the homeless resources van at the others. The restrooms were ROUGH and smelled like cheap weed but the overall park was clean and well maintained. We even banged around on the little precision garden next to the playground and it was nice. Lots of folks playing pickle ball and volleyball and the courts were well lit. Totally worth a stop and the history of this land is cool too with the connection to the Manhattan project. On a side note it was nice to see a publicly accessible AED in the parking lot with lots of lights directing you to it.

In town for Art in the Park. Parking was NUTS, but the park is huge and awesome with tons of cool toys and things to do. Plus hundreds of vendors. Will be back next year. Awesome job Richland Parks and Rec team!!

It's a king-sized park that runs along the river. On a hot day it's a fun place to swim. Huge shade trees, green grass, squirrels, and a paved walkway that runs throughout the park. Picnic tables, benches, and really fun looking kids Playgrounds - and there's a wading pool too.

Howard Amon Park is a very large and versatile park with so much to offer, especially for families with children. The playground area is expansive—kids could spend hours here exploring and playing, which is always a good sign (and might even mean an early bedtime afterward!). There’s even a small rock climbing wall where little ones can start learning to climb in a safe environment. At the moment, the water pool is under construction and won’t reopen until summer 2026, but there’s still plenty to enjoy. The park also has a nice little beach area along the Columbia River, perfect for fishing if that’s your thing, though I personally wouldn’t recommend swimming there. The grounds are beautiful, with wide grassy spaces, lots of trees (great for hanging up a hammock), and plenty of shaded spots to relax. There are also picnic areas available to rent for gatherings and special occasions. Overall, this is one of the most robust and well-rounded parks I’ve ever visited—perfect for families, events, or just enjoying the outdoors.

We love this park! One of the best parks in the USA in my opinion! Love vending here for Art in the Park festival with my business THE WAVY BUNCH! Lots of shade, fun playgrounds, soft grass & great swimming!

I truly enjoyed my time at the park. It was snowing, very cold, deserted, and so beautiful. The world was hushed with snow. The only sounds were the birds chattering on the river. I look forward to seeing the sunrise next time I visit. Do be aware that I spotted a rare venomous tundra squirrel. Don't turn your back to it and show no fear as it can sense such things.

This whole place is beautiful. The wading pool is my son’s absolute favorite. The boat is beautiful. The water is beautiful. The park is nice and clean.

Beautiful place for a hike. Cool little fishing spot. Great picnic areas.

There are houses right next to the Hat Rock. There are also picnic tables in a park nearby.

In all honesty we took a ride to this park on our own Lewis and Clark Expedition starting in St. Louis. So we did very little at the park. We spent about 45 minutes taking pictures of Hat Rock and picnicking for lunch. This is a lovely well kept park . The picnick area has ample parking, nice clean picnic tables many in shade. This would be a fun park to explore as it does have a marina. What we saw we liked very much.

Take a support team but I swam across the river and back here about 2 miles. Do not attempt this without people who care if you live in boats and kayaks or paddleboards. When I learn to swim better I want to try a distance swim without fins and hand paddles.

I looked around and didn't see a restroom. There was a note about starting to charge to visit in October. I don't think I'll go back.

It's a cool place for sure. I went during winter so it wasn't green and the bathroom was closed. However it is still a fun little hike to see the hat shaped rock and read about Lewis and Clark and how the rock was formed.. stop by and see for yourself..

One of those truly magical places. It is still basically wild but has a ton of history and some serious variety of nature. There is recently a suspected arson fire that destroyed quite a bit of wilderness but it's already regenerating just like it should. I did the hike from the Lewis and Clark trailhead Up to hat rock. Along the way you'll see some weird old things I'm pretty sure it's remnants of a old train depot and the foundation ,a bread Baking oven ,a stove And many old rusted remnants of the past. As you walk along you'll see animal paths coinciding with human paths as well as the old railroad grade. Work your way up to hot rock and you'll see an amazing view from the top. One of the best sunrises and sunsets can be seen in this area. Please pick up after yourself not many people will and it becomes a problem if things get chucked over and over and over. Also pack it out if you can instead of overloading dumpsters and making your problem somebody else's problem. I know all of this sounds hippie but we just need to do our part. If you're a strong swimmer there's an enclosed Swim area but you also can venture beyond and go out to the small island not too far. Don't be safe and you might be sorry ,be safe and you'll do much better. There are 2 campsites that are free but you have to reserve them it seems to be fairly difficult to get ahold of the agency in charge. Also be aware that this is rattlesnake country and they come out at night, so protect yourself. They don't want to hurt you ,they're just looking for a warm place to sleep. There are wetlands and scrub brush trees rocks animals just about everything in ecosystem needs. Go experience it. This is real Washington!