Yakama

As the road rises sharply from the Columbia River gorge to its northern plateau, the glistening slopes of Mt. Adams appear on the horizon. Much of the byway crosses the Yakama Indian Reservation whose members have lived in harmony with these lands for thousands of years. The story of the Nation is eloquently told at the Yakama National Cultural Center located on the ancestral grounds of the Confederated Tribes of the Yakama Indians in the City of Toppenish.

Along the byway, parks such as Brooks Memorial State Park, Goldendale Observatory State Park and Fort Simcoe Historical State Park offer more insight into the past and provide outdoor recreation for the present. Activities such as hiking, camping, wildlife watching, and even star gazing through one of the nation's largest telescopes are available along this fascinating byway.

Byway Facts & Helpful Information

Route Information:

Route: SR 97
Length: 76 miles
Drive Time: 1h 30min
Road Considerations: Open year-round.Check WS DOT for Satus Pass info

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