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Manastash Ridge - Westberg Trail
Central Washington
updated 1 month ago
The Westberg Trail on Manastash Ridge is in good condition and snow-free as of October 4. The road is suitable for all vehicles and there are no bugs reported. The incline is consistent for two miles, making it a good workout, and the trail is recommended for early October mornings due to a lack of shade. There is a cache at the overlook with contributions from visitors. A hike takes approximately 1.5 hours.
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The trail is in good condition and snow-free as of October 4. It is described as accessible and having a consistent incline for two miles.
The road leading to the trailhead is suitable for all vehicles as of October 4.
No bugs were reported on the trail as of October 4.
Early October mornings are noted as a favorite time due to the lack of shade, as the trail can be quite hot and relentless in the summer sun, according to a report from October 4.
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Older1 month ago
Central Washington > Yakima
Always a good trail-- close to town and very accessible for a short morning hike or trail run. The incline is consistent throughout, so although you're not climbing anything incredibly steep, it adds ...
Older5 months ago
Snoqualmie Region > Salmon La Sac/Teanaway
First time here and many thanks to all the last few trip reports. Afternoon arrival and no issues with parking. Took Boy Scout up in warmer temps since it was more shaded and Westberg down at end of d...
Older6 months ago
Central Washington > Yakima
This morning was a perfect time to hike Manastash Ridge. I hiked up Westberg and came down on the Boy Scout Trail. The contrast between the two trails was lovely: Westberg was more exposed and had ama...
Older6 months ago
Central Washington > Yakima
Hiked here with our three kids, 12, 10, and 6, as I wanted a wildflower hike with views for Mother’s Day and this one checked every single box! Flowers are at peak now, we saw so many. Some of my favo...
Older6 months ago
Central Washington > Yakima
Group of 10 Mountaineers enjoyed the wildflowers, wildlife, birds and views. Highlights were bitterbrush blooming along a good percentage of the trail (called rock rose it was very strong and heady), ...
Older6 months ago
Central Washington > Yakima
Trail: 3.3 mi round trip trail run up Westberg trail and down the Boy Scout trail. I liked this direction - Westberg is pretty steep, so I slowed down to spot the flowers, then ran down the more gradu...
Older6 months ago
Central Washington > Yakima
Lots of blooms right now! Predominately balsamroot, but also a bit of lupine, paintbrush, larkspur, shooting star, phlox, and others. Bring lots of water and sun protection.
Older6 months ago
Central Washington > Yakima
On Saturday, I headed out for a solo hike to try to see some wildflowers east of the mountains. It was a perfect day for hiking, with mostly sunny skies and temperatures in the low 60s. I arrived at t...
Older6 months ago
Central Washington > Yakima
We were inspired by the previous two trip reports to wander around and find the flowers. After getting to the top via Westberg, we then caught the Chin Biter, Frisky Donkey, Gunsmoke and Boy Scout tra...
Older7 months ago
Central Washington > Yakima
We, a very enjoyable group of Mountaineers, saw 48 species of plants in bloom, see Paul's list below, thanks Paul! I really like our 11 mile clockwise loop (caltopo link below), it takes in a large va...