Yakima has many options for those looking to get a workout on two wheels. From miles of paved country roads, to single track mountain bike trails, there’s something for everyone. Best of all, our warm dry climate means the only dust our bikes collect is from the trails themselves!
Road bikers will find plenty of interesting paved on- and off-road riding in the Yakima area. For cyclists looking to limit interactions with cars, the Yakima Greenway is the place. The 20+ mile long trail is entirely off-road (other than a well-protected highway crossing) and is optimized for cyclists. There are many places to park and access the Yakima Greenway, allowing for varied length out-and back rides. has all the info on the path.
💡 IHY WISDOM: We like to park behind McIlrath Family Farms at 10 Old Naches Hwy, Yakima, WA 98908, eat breakfast at Suntides Golf Course before heading out, and then head out in either direction. If the season is right, you can pick up all the local goods for your next meal from McIlrath after your ride!
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For a uniquely Yakima ride, we highly recommend parking at Bale Breaker and riding a loop through the endless hop fields of the lower valley. At the end of your ride, savor a beer made with the same hops that surround you. Other popular rides start on either end of the valley in the towns of Naches, Moxee, and Tieton.
💡 IHY WISDOM: Check in with our friends at The Bearded Monkey or Revolution Cycles for local info on favorite rides and any gear you might need to get out there.]
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The Yakima River Canyon is a stunning road that follows the meandering Yakima river between the towns of Ellensburg and Selah. The ride is iconic, but unfortunately the narrow 25-mile road does not feature a consistent bike-lane or shoulder. Generally, motorists are friendly and understanding, however we still recommend avoiding summer weekends when the canyon sees the most traffic.
💡 IHY WISDOM: For a completely traffic-free ride, check out the Your Canyon For a Day bike ride which is put on as a fundraiser for the Yakima County Crime Stoppers.
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Located behind the Anderson Gravel Pit, the Rocky Top trail system is Yakima’s primary purpose-built mountain bike network. The trails feature switch-backing climbs and hand-built trails for descending. The terrain ranges from easy to intermediate, and at nearly 20 miles of trail and 1000 feet elevation gain, it’s easy to get a full value workout in.
💡 IHY WISDOM: Single Track Alliance has more information on the trails and conditions.
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This trail network features long, mostly flat cross-country riding on the mesa above the Cowiche Canyon trail. These trails can be linked into the Rocky Top Network with a bit of route-finding and on-road riding.
💡 IHY WISDOM: Check-out Cowiche Canyon Conservancy for directions and trail maps.
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The TRT is a mellow ride up the beautiful Tieton River Valley. Start at the Oak Creek Wildlife Area, cross the bridge and head south along the river for a wonderful out and back adventure.
💡 IHY WISDOM: We highly recommend stopping at Bron Yr Aur Brewing Co. for some “recovery” pizza and beer on your way back to town or Nier the Nook for whatever their daily special is.
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