Vantage
Vantage sits on the furthermost eastern border of Kittitas County. Located right on the Columbia River, Vantage provides a variety of opportunities to access the outdoors. Outdoor enthusiasts from throughout Washington State come to Vantage for all sorts of water recreation, hunting, rock climbing, hiking, fishing, bird watching and nature exploration. Within a few miles Vantage also has wineries, wind farms, state parks, museums, golf courses and parks. Another feature attraction is the Gorge Amphitheater, which is just 13 miles east of the city across the Columbia River. Each year top entertainers perform there at this top-rated outdoor venue.
Just outside of Vantage is the start of the John Wayne recreational trail. Hikers, mountain bikers and equestrian riders travel along the old Pacific Railroad right-away that leads all the way to Easton, Washington.
Right in Vantage there are historic features to check out. The area has numerous well-preserved Indian rock paintings that have been preserved for hundreds of years. Just outside of town on the Old Vantage Highway is the Ginkgo State Park where there is one of the most unusual fossil forests in the world. A series of trails wonder through the arid landscape so you can see them up close and personal. The Ginkgo Museum and Interpretive Center is there providing information about the natural history of this area. The museum is open daily throughout the summer months.
Vantage has a lot to offer and camping is available in several different locations in the area. Take advantage of the amazing natural wonders that are available in and around this area!
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