Lone Butte (Washington)

Lone Butte is an unincorporated community in Kittitas County, Washington, United States. It is located approximately 8 miles (13 km) east of Kittitas, Washington, and is largely a rural area with agricultural land. The community is named for a prominent, isolated butte that rises above the surrounding landscape.

While Lone Butte itself is not a town with significant commercial development, it falls within the Kittitas School District and utilizes services and amenities provided by the nearby town of Kittitas. The area is characterized by its open spaces, farms, and ranches.

Information regarding the exact population of Lone Butte is often unavailable as the United States Census Bureau does not specifically track data for unincorporated communities unless they are designated Census Designated Places (CDPs). Data is generally aggregated within broader county-level statistics. The local economy is primarily based on agriculture and related industries.

Attractions in the general vicinity include outdoor recreational opportunities such as hiking, fishing, and hunting, typical of the eastern Washington region. Due to its location, residents also have access to the cultural and commercial resources of larger cities within Kittitas County, such as Ellensburg and Kittitas.