A Farm Fresh Weekend in the Yakima Valley

The Yakima Valley has the largest variety of produce in the Pacific Northwest.

A Farm Fresh Yakima Valley Road Trip

With more than 40 commercial crops grown in the sunny, fertile Yakima Valley, fresh-from-the-farm produce is available nearly year-round. Begin at the Yakima Valley Visitor Information Center, where travel consultants can help you gather information and organize your stops.

Farm Fresh Weekend — Day One

01 — Discover a Favorite Farm Stand

As you arrive, fill up on just-picked produce and more at in-town farm stands, including Precision Produce & Antiques, McIlrath Family Farms and Thompson's Farm Market. In autumn, visit Thompson's Farm for the Pumpkin Festival.

02 — Washington Fruit Place at Barret Orchards

1209 Pecks Canyon Road • Yakima, WA 98908
509-966-1275

Pick tree-ripened cherries yourself when they are in season, or browse the quaint store for freshly harvested fruits available throughout the year. The shop also offers specialty foods, gifts and unique decor. Summer brings the Cherry Festival, while October Days takes place in the fall.

03 — Discover Yakima's Agricultural Heritage

4508 Main St, Union Gap • Union Gap, WA 98903
509-457-8735

Those interested in history can wander 15 acres filled with vintage and restored farm equipment at the Central Washington Agricultural Museum.

04 — Dinner at Provisions Restaurant + Market

2710 Terrace Hts Dr • Yakima, WA 98901
509-452-8100

Spend the evening with from-scratch, chef-inspired cooking. Provisions serves casual favorites such as pastas, burgers and pizzas, along with creative fresh sheet specials that change with the seasons.

05 — Raise a Glass

Spend the evening at a Yakima Valley craft brewery or a Downtown Yakima winery tasting room, and toast the wine grape and hop harvests. Live music is likely, and the breweries are family friendly.

06 — Stay Overnight in Downtown Yakima

Rest up at a local Yakima hotel after your first day of exploring.

Farm Fresh Weekend — Day Two

01 — Breakfast at Essencia Artisan Bakery

4 N 3rd St • Yakima, WA 98901
509-575-5570

Start the morning with artisan pastries, breakfast sandwiches or hearty oatmeal, accompanied by coffee, espresso or selections from the tea collection.

02 — Visit West Valley U-Pick

11901 Zier Rd • Yakima, WA 98908
509-945-5406

Hand-harvest fruit throughout the season, including blueberries, marionberries, cherries, pluots, peaches, apples and pears, along with more varieties. When fall arrives, make your own cider.

03 — Pick Up a Pie at Johnson Orchards

4906 Summitview Ave • Yakima, WA 98908
509-966-7479

Bring home one of the handmade pies that everyone loves, along with produce and locally made items such as caramels, candles and more.

04 — Enjoy Food Truck Flavors at Craft Breweries

Relax at the Yakima Valley's family friendly breweries and find a casual lunch from local food trucks. Social media provides updates on which trucks are rotating through.

05 — Chukar Cherries

320 Wine Country Road • Prosser, WA 99350
509-786-2055

Stop for Chukar Cherries delectable treats, made by hand with locally and regionally sourced fruit. Signature dried cherries, nuts, chocolates and more make delicious take-home choices.

06 — Dinner at Cowiche Canyon Kitchen & Icehouse Bar

202 E Yakima Ave • Yakima, WA 98901
509-457-2007

Take your time over a meal at this polished American tavern, where updated classics are served with a Pacific Northwest focus.

Farm Fresh Weekend — Day Three

01 — Downtown Yakima Farmers Market

14 South First Street • Yakima, WA 98901
509-961-2055

From May through October, browse and buy locally grown produce, flowers, specialty foods and handmade artisan goods at the farmers market.

02 — Yakima Valley Visitor Information Center

101 N Fair Ave • Yakima, WA 98901

Before heading home, visit the Yakima Valley Visitor Information Center for Yakima themed gifts.