Tree Fruit with a View
Agricultural areas are not always known for their scenic beauty, but Wenatchee sure is. We are located at the confluence of Columbia and Wenatchee Rivers on the eastern rim of Washington’s Cascade Mountain Range.
If you like outdoor recreation like mountain biking, hiking, skiing, whitewater boating; look no further.
Hiking
Central Washington’s Cascade Mountains are full of steep granite peaks jutting out of alpine lakes, making for incredible views that will make your friends and family back home beg to visit. Within a two hour or less radius of Wenatchee, there are more hikes than you can feasibly do in a lifetime.
No car? No problem. Wenatchee is surrounded by trails leading to cool rock formations.
Mountain Biking
Wenatchee is one of the best places in the country for mountain biking. But you do not have to be an expert, the Wenatchee bike trail builders have made trails for all skill levels from beginner to advanced.
Skiing
Wenatchee has such good skiing and it’s so close! Mission Ridge is the local ski resort and it is just 15 minutes outside of town. Within a 2 hour drive you can find a hanful of other resorts. If your more into backcountry or cross country skiing, the options are equally plentiful.
River Sports
The Wenatchee River is a really great river for both whitewater boating (kayaking, rafting, etc.) or as the season goes on, a relaxing float. The Columbia is large and with its many dams, behaves more like a lake and is used by motorized boaters for anything from salmon fishing to wake boarding. There is something for everyone!
Rock Climbing
Yes yes, there is also world class rock climbing.
Vantage in the Columbia River George is about 45 min from town and offers incredible rock formations with a crazy view of the Columbia River. Even if you’re not a climber you’ll love it!
If you prefer to be in mountains, the Icicle River Valley just outside of Leavenworth has some epic sport, trad and bouldering for all skill levels.