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A wooden barn with a geometric animal mural at Suncadia Resort, Washington, hosts a live band performing in front. People are gathered, and string lights are hung above, creating a lively atmosphere reminiscent of the spirited gatherings at nearby Cle Elum restaurants. A wooden barn with a geometric animal mural at Suncadia Resort, Washington, hosts a live band performing in front. People are gathered, and string lights are hung above, creating a lively atmosphere reminiscent of the spirited gatherings at nearby Cle Elum restaurants.

Nelson Farm in Cle Elum

Nelson Farm at Suncadia: Where Heritage, Adventure, and Nature Come Alive

Nelson Farm isn’t just a beautiful landmark at Suncadia—it’s a vibrant destination where history, community, and the wonders of nature come together in unforgettable ways. Every visit is an invitation to discover, celebrate, and connect with the land and each other. Whether you’re a local or a visitor, the farm welcomes everyone to experience its unique blend of rural heritage, outdoor fun, and community spirit. 

EXPLORE ALL THE NELSON FARM FUN

Hay Creek Garden

Where Community and Nature Flourish

Inspired by the rolling hayfields and the gentle flow of a creek, Hay Creek Garden is a vibrant, welcoming oasis at Nelson Farm. It’s where the community gathers to cultivate, create, and connect. Stroll through the boutique shop filled with unique plants and garden treasures, dig into the thriving community garden, and join in dynamic garden experiences and seasonal pop-up events. Whether you’re seeking expert gardening tips or simply soaking up the beauty, every visit is a joyful journey in growing, learning, and belonging—where the harmony of nature and community truly blossoms. 

EXPLORE THE GARDEN
Raised garden beds with various young plants, a labeled sign reading "snap peas," and a metal container with soil and seedlings, set against a backdrop of trees and a blue sky. Raised garden beds with various young plants, a labeled sign reading "snap peas," and a metal container with soil and seedlings, set against a backdrop of trees and a blue sky.

Fun in The Sun

Summer Specials at The Farm

This summer, Nelson Farm is bursting with fun and value-packed specials designed to delight guests of all ages. Cool off with $1 ice cream from the whimsical Ice Cream Tricycle, enjoy free lawn games and kids’ archery and axe throwing each day, and take advantage of exclusive discounts for members and local residents on activities like BMX bike rentals and gel blaster sessions.

THIS WAY FOR SUMMER FUN
Two people stand side by side, holding axes over their heads, preparing to throw at wooden target boards in an outdoor axe-throwing area. Two people stand side by side, holding axes over their heads, preparing to throw at wooden target boards in an outdoor axe-throwing area.

Adventure For All

Playground and Pump Track

The fun never stops at Nelson Farm! Kids can let their imaginations run wild on the nature-inspired playground, while thrill-seekers of all ages can test their skills on the exciting pump track. Add in a refreshing pool and splash pad, axe throwing lanes, and year-round markets, and you have a destination that’s bursting with energy, exploration, and endless opportunities for connection.

RESERVE GEAR
Children biking on a pump track and climbing on a wooden play structure set against the serene backdrop of a forest, with a plaid pattern in the bottom right corner, capture the essence of Suncadia Resort, Washington—a place where families create lasting memories. Children biking on a pump track and climbing on a wooden play structure set against the serene backdrop of a forest, with a plaid pattern in the bottom right corner, capture the essence of Suncadia Resort, Washington—a place where families create lasting memories.

Annual Events

Celebrate All Year at Nelson Farm

Nelson Farm is the heart of Suncadia’s year-round festivities, hosting beloved annual events that bring the community together in spectacular fashion. The farm comes alive every Fourth of July with a multi-day celebration. Throughout summer, Friday night outdoor concerts fill the air with local music, while movies under the stars create magical evenings for families and friends. The Suncadia Kids’ Summer Spectacular offers free Saturday entertainment for children, from interactive performances and petting zoos to science shows and hands-on activities. No matter the season, Nelson Farm is the place where unforgettable memories are made and Suncadia’s vibrant spirit shines brightest. 

A crowd sits on grass facing a wooden barn stage, watching performers. The scene is outdoors on a sunny day, with tall trees in the background. A crowd sits on grass facing a wooden barn stage, watching performers. The scene is outdoors on a sunny day, with tall trees in the background.

Harvest Festival

Suncadia’s Signature Fall Event

Each October, Nelson Farm transforms into the heartbeat of Suncadia during the much-anticipated Harvest Festival. Now in its 18th year, this two-weekend extravaganza is packed with excitement: get lost in the harvest maze, conquer the hay pyramid, pick the perfect pumpkin, and enjoy wagon and pony rides, archery, axe throwing, a lively fall market, creative crafts, delicious food trucks, and toe-tapping live music. Thanks to the Suncadia Fund for Community Enhancement, admission is free—making it the ultimate autumn celebration for families and friends.

HARVEST FESTIVITIES
A woman and a child stroll through a pumpkin patch at Suncadia Resort Washington, surrounded by hay and pumpkins. The woman wears sunglasses and an orange sweater; the child sports a bow and a polka dot outfit, perfectly capturing the essence of autumn in this charming setting. A woman and a child stroll through a pumpkin patch at Suncadia Resort Washington, surrounded by hay and pumpkins. The woman wears sunglasses and an orange sweater; the child sports a bow and a polka dot outfit, perfectly capturing the essence of autumn in this charming setting.

A Legacy Rooted in History

The story of Nelson Farm begins in the late 1890s, when Mr. and Mrs. Bob Montague homesteaded the land and established the Montague Dairy. As the years passed, ownership changed hands and the small dairy was renamed the Nelson Dairy, blossoming into a thriving operation with as many as 120 cows by the 1930s. The farm’s historic structures—dating back to the early 1900s, with a charming log cabin added in the 1970s—stand as living reminders of its rich agricultural past. Though the dairy business declined and eventually closed in the 1940s, relics of its heyday, including fascinating old machinery once used on the pastures and hay fields, still dot the landscape, sparking curiosity and wonder in visitors of all ages. 

A herd of elk stands gracefully in front of wooden barns and snow-covered trees in a winter landscape, capturing the serene beauty that surrounds Suncadia. A herd of elk stands gracefully in front of wooden barns and snow-covered trees in a winter landscape, capturing the serene beauty that surrounds Suncadia.

Conservation

A Living Commitment

Nelson Farm is more than a nod to the past—it’s a champion for nature’s future. By connecting people to the land through hands-on gardening, educational programs, and celebrations of local agriculture and wildlife, the farm inspires stewardship and a love for the outdoors. Every event and activity at Nelson Farm helps nurture a sense of responsibility for the land, ensuring Suncadia’s natural beauty is protected and cherished for generations.

A group of people stand and examine plants in raised garden beds on a sunny day, surrounded by fields and trees. A group of people stand and examine plants in raised garden beds on a sunny day, surrounded by fields and trees.

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