Where is Selah, Washington

Selah is a city in the Yakima Valley of central Washington and part of the Yakima metropolitan area. Located about 6 miles north of Yakima, the city lies along the Naches River and near the foothills of the Cascade Range. Selah is known for its apple orchards, fertile agricultural land, and access to scenic areas such as Cowiche Canyon and the Yakima River Canyon.

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Where is Selah Located?

Selah is a city located in Yakima County, Washington, the United States. It lies in the northern Yakima Valley along the Naches River, about 6 miles north of Yakima and roughly 70 miles southeast of Ellensburg. The city is approximately 150 miles east of Seattle by road. Selah is located at 46.6540° North latitude and 120.5306° West longitude. The 2020 Census recorded 7,147 residents. The city covers about 4.67 square miles (12.10 square kilometers), with most of the area consisting of land. Orchards are a major part of the surrounding landscape, especially apple orchards that have made the Yakima Valley an important fruit-growing region. The Naches River is a major geographic feature near the city. A unique feature of Selah is its location near the Selah Cliffs and the entrance to the scenic Yakima River Canyon.

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Distance from Selah, WA to Nearby Cities

• Yakima, WA – 6 miles (10 km)
• Naches, WA – 8 miles (13 km)
• Union Gap, WA – 10 miles (16 km)
• Terrace Heights, WA – 8 miles (13 km)
• Wapato, WA – 25 miles (40 km)
• Toppenish, WA – 35 miles (56 km)
• Ellensburg, WA – 70 miles (113 km)
• Sunnyside, WA – 55 miles (89 km)
• Grandview, WA – 60 miles (97 km)
• Prosser, WA – 60 miles (97 km)
• Goldendale, WA – 70 miles (113 km)
• Cle Elum, WA – 75 miles (121 km)
• Richland, WA – 95 miles (153 km)
• Kennewick, WA – 100 miles (161 km)
• Pasco, WA – 105 miles (169 km)
• Wenatchee, WA – 100 miles (161 km)
• Seattle, WA – 150 miles (241 km)
• Spokane, WA – 190 miles (306 km)

Top Attractions in Selah, Washington

• Yakima River Canyon – A scenic canyon north of Selah known for dramatic basalt cliffs, fishing, wildlife, hiking, and river views.
• Selah Creek – A local waterway flowing through the Selah area and contributing to the region’s agricultural landscape.
• Naches River – A major river near Selah that supports orchards, wildlife habitat, fishing, and outdoor recreation.
• Yakima Area Arboretum – A botanical garden in nearby Yakima featuring native and adapted plants, walking paths, and landscaped grounds.
• Yakima Valley Museum – A regional museum in Yakima preserving local history, agriculture, culture, and natural history.
• Fort Simcoe State Park – A historic state park southwest of Selah featuring preserved military buildings, walking trails, and oak woodland.
• Cowiche Canyon Trail – A popular hiking area west of Yakima with open grasslands, basalt formations, and views of the surrounding valley.
• Yakima River – A major Central Washington river used for fishing, boating, wildlife observation, and irrigation.
• Washington Fruit Community Center – A local community facility in Selah used for recreation, sports, events, and public activities.

Airports Near Selah, Washington

• Yakima Air Terminal (YKM) – 12 miles
• Eastern Oregon Regional Airport (PDT) – 145 miles
• Pangborn Memorial Airport (EAT) – 100 miles
• Tri-Cities Airport (PSC) – 105 miles

Sources:

Population and area data sourced from the United States Census Bureau (2020 Census). General city information referenced from the official Selah city website and local government records.

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