Umtanum Creek Falls — Attraction in Ellensburg

Along the trail you will come to a fallen tree. Climb over it to continue down the trail. You then might come to what looks like a fork where going right takes you to a immediate dead end but going left takes you over the creek to an open area. This is where you want to go. Once in the open area the trail continues on the right side.

The trail takes you to the top of the waterfall. There are two improvised trails on either side to get to the bottom where the water pools and runs off to another creek. The improvised trails are steep. Not impossible to get up and down but the difficulty level is probably a bit much for smaller children. Was looking for a swimming hole but the water was too...

Easy hike to the top of the waterfall. It's really icy and slick, though, to the bottom, but it's super fun getting there and back up. Had to slide on our butts for part of it since there was a sheet of ice an inch or 2 thick. It's really steep for part of it, so you have to basically climb your way back up but totally worth it and a lot of fun!! It's one of my favorite hikes I've done recently. But if you get scared easily or don't like sketchy paths, then I would wait for summer! But if you like adventure this is the perfect time of year! I only wish it was warmer so I could get in the water. Will do this one...

This is a short, lovely, and pretty easy hike to an unexpectedly beautiful falls. The creek is small and doesn't look like much as you follow it during the hike, but you'll be pleasantly surprised by the beautiful view when you reach the falls. I went once by myself on a Saturday and just had to go again Sunday to bring along the rest of the family. Once you reach the falls, you can climb down to the base if you so desire. I saw some people taking a dip at the base on both of my trips. Just be aware it can get pretty busy - parking at the trail head was totally full on my Sunday...