Central Washington University Tours

Photo by Jason Karas
Photo by Jason Karas

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The Cadwell Building in downtown Ellensburg, Wa. was built in 1889 with one million bricks. It now houses the Kittitas County Museum. #roadtrip #history #museum #StunningStructures

Kittitas County Historical Museum

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Kittitas County Historical Museum during your travels in Ellensburg. Discover the area's coffeehouses or seek out the hiking trails.

Kittitas County Historical Museum
This grist mill was built in the 1880s and operated as a feed and flour mill until 1946. The area was first developed ten years earlier when James Mills dug a 2-mile

Thorp Mill

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Thorp Mill in Thorp. Visit the spas in this trendy area, or simply enjoy its coffeehouses.

Thorp Mill
Free ~30-minute guided tours at 10am and 2pm! They also have about five trails for you to explore on your own. Favorite part - the cows that you see by the road (and on the road) when driving to this building! I guess the solar panels and wind turbines are also pretty cool. ;)

Wild Horse Renewable Energy Center

Enjoy an outing to Wild Horse Renewable Energy Center during your stay in Ellensburg. You can seek out the area's hiking trails and fishing spots.

Wild Horse Renewable Energy Center
A grand view from one of eastern Washington's best ski resorts.

Mission Ridge Ski Area

Hit the slopes in Wenatchee with a visit to Mission Ridge Ski Area. Savor the charming coffeehouses and top-notch restaurants while in town.

Mission Ridge Ski Area

Ellensburg Rodeo

Enjoy an outing to Ellensburg Rodeo during your stay in Ellensburg. You can seek out the area's hiking trails and fishing spots.

Ellensburg Rodeo

Gard Vintners Wine

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Gard Vintners Wine during your travels to Ellensburg. You can seek out the area's hiking trails and fishing spots.

Gard Vintners Wine

Best Lodging Options Near Central Washington University

SureStay Hotel by Best Western Ellensburg

SureStay Hotel by Best Western Ellensburg

2.5 out of 5
1500 Canyon Rd, Ellensburg, WA
SureStay Hotel by Best Western Ellensburg
Hotel Windrow Downtown Ellensburg

Hotel Windrow Downtown Ellensburg

3.5 out of 5
502 North Main Street, Ellensburg, WA
Hotel Windrow Downtown Ellensburg
Holiday Inn Express Ellensburg by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Ellensburg by IHG

2.5 out of 5
1620 Canyon Road, Ellensburg, WA
Holiday Inn Express Ellensburg by IHG
Red Lion Hotel & Conference Center Ellensburg

Red Lion Hotel & Conference Center Ellensburg

2.5 out of 5
1700 Canyon Rd, Ellensburg, WA
Red Lion Hotel & Conference Center Ellensburg
Days Inn by Wyndham Ellensburg

Days Inn by Wyndham Ellensburg

2 out of 5
901 Berry Rd, Ellensburg, WA
Days Inn by Wyndham Ellensburg
Econo Lodge Ellensburg Near University

Econo Lodge Ellensburg Near University

2 out of 5
1390 North Dolarway Road, Ellensburg, WA
Econo Lodge Ellensburg Near University
Best Western Plus Ellensburg Hotel

Best Western Plus Ellensburg Hotel

2.5 out of 5
211 W Umptanum Rd, Ellensburg, WA
Best Western Plus Ellensburg Hotel
Comfort Inn Ellensburg

Comfort Inn Ellensburg

2.5 out of 5
1722 S Canyon Rd, Ellensburg, WA
Comfort Inn Ellensburg
TownePlace Suites by Marriott Ellensburg

TownePlace Suites by Marriott Ellensburg

3 out of 5
1709 South Opportunity Street, Ellensburg, WA
TownePlace Suites by Marriott Ellensburg
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