Leavenworth WA Activities
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Tucked into a valley on the east slopes of the beautiful Cascade Mountains of Central Washington State, in the Pacific Northwest and in the heart of the 2.2 million acre Wenatchee National Forest, year-round Leavenworth WA activities enhance an outdoor recreation playground and family vacation destination calling enthusiasts from near and far. Two ski resorts are less than one hour away, and the best whitewater in the state flows right through our valley for awesome whitewater rafting! Leavenworth WA recreation and Leavenworth WA things to do in include hiking, biking, downhill skiing, cross country skiing, camping, rafting, kayaking, tubing, rock climbing and much more. From a leisurely carriage or sleigh ride to extreme sports, Leavenworth WA activities beckon those who want to enjoy the outdoors on their holiday getaway. Be sure to visit our Leavenworth Events and Leavenworth Attractions pages. |
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Tourism and
Washington's New Wine Country
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A
new wine region has appeared amongst the rivers, lakes, and mountains
of North Central Washington. Bordered by the towering Cascade Mountains to
the west and arid, sagebrush covered hills to the east, vineyards and their
attendant wineries are rapidly appearing throughout the area.
The
winemakers of this area have banded together in the belief that the
influence of the Cascade Mountains and the broad rivers and lakes makes the
region unique amongst Washington State's winegrowing areas.
There are
many wineries producing top quality wine in the Columbia Cascade Wine
region. Several more are slated to open in the near future and many others
are in the development stage. The varieties being grown and bottled include
many of the familiar ones such as Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Chardonnay,
as well as less well-known varieties such as Roussanne,
Viognier, Lemberger, Siegrebbe
and many more. The wines range from the driest of the dry to sweet complex
late harvest and ice wines.
Backpacking - The area is served by many miles of maintained trails into some of the most beautiful high-country imaginable. Equipment rental available in Leavenworth. Berry picking - That’s right! In the fall many people head up into mountains around Leavenworth to pick Blackberries and Huckleberries. The hard part is getting someone to divulge their favorite picking area. Bicycling - Leavenworth has some of the best mountain biking trails in the Northwest. Birding - Come see why the Leavenworth area is a highlight of the Audubon Washington's Great Washington State Birding Trail.
Camping and Hiking - Located within 30 miles of Leavenworth are a State Park, four private campgrounds and ten Forest Service campgrounds. You can often find Leavenworth residents camped up the Icicle for a summer getaway, less than five miles from home - there's no reason to go anywhere else! The area is served by many miles of maintained hiking trails into some of the most beautiful high-country imaginable. Cross Country Skiing - Leavenworth offers more than 23K of cross country skiing maintained by the Leavenworth Winter Sports Club (Bookmark!), including 8K from downtown Waterfront Park to the golf course. Ski Hill (in the Leavenworth valley) offers a 3K lighted course. Hundreds of miles of trails surround Leavenworth, including the Lake Wenatchee Recreation Area and the Blewett Pass (formerly known as Swauk Pass) area. Tours are available to the high meadows. Ski instruction and rentals are also available. For trail and grooming information call 509-548-5115. Kahler Glen Golf and Ski Resort, at Lake Wenatchee about 15 miles west of Leavenworth, offers miles of trails around the resort. Dog Sledding - Professionally guided dog sled tours through the Cascades, December 1 through March 30. Downhill Skiing - Two major ski areas are within 35 miles of Leavenworth. Stevens Pass (Bookmark!) and Mission Ridge (Bookmark!) offer complete facilities. Leavenworth Ski Hill, in the valley a mile or so from downtown, operates two rope tows. Fishing and hunting - A variety of fishing is available within a 20-mile radius of Leavenworth and the Wenatchee River; premier game fish (salmon and steelhead), trout fishing and high-mountain lakes. Other popular lakes include Lake Wenatchee and Fish Lake. The area also offers some of the state’s finest mule deer and elk hunting. Bird hunting is also available. Contact the Department of Game for schedules.
Fitness Center - Leavenworth has its own Club West Fitness Center, just a mile from the Bratwurst stands! Golf - Golf, putting greens and miniature golf are available in the Leavenworth valley and the surrounding area. Leavenworth Golf Club - Leavenworth Golf Club is an 18-hole course offering a Pro shop, putting green, lessons and a restaurant. This course is one-half mile from Alpen Rose Inn! 509-548-7267. Kahler Glen Golf and Ski Resort - An 18-hole course offering a Pro shop, marine driving range and putting green. Condominium rentals and fine dining at the resort. Lake Wenatchee, about 15 miles west of Leavenworth on Highway 2. 509-763-2121. Tee times 509-763-4025. Enzian Falls Championship Putting Course - Professionally designed 18-hole bent-grass putting course. Bavarian chalet clubhouse, Pro shop and snack service. All equipment provided. 800-223-8511. Icicle Junction - Miniature golf, plus many other activities including bumper boats, train rides and indoor games. BBQ and garden area. 509-548-2400 or 888-462-4242. In addition to the local possibilities, there is one 18-hole championship course and two other 18-hole courses, as well as the Wenatchee Golf and Country Club, within 30 miles of Leavenworth. Hay, Wagon, Sleigh and Horseback Rides - At least five businesses in the Leavenworth area offer various combinations of activities. Horseback riding hourly or daily. High-country pack trips up to three days. Barbecues. Hay rides. Sleigh rides. Fall hunting trips. Groups and individuals welcome. Helicopter Tours - Cascade Helicopters is located on Peshastin Sawmill Flats, 5 miles east of Leavenworth on Hwy 2. Scenic helicopter tours of the area. Horse Drawn Carriage Rides - Carriage rides and tours for any occasion or special event, such as a carriage ride from your wedding to your reception or Honeymoon Suite. Specializing in Romance! Carriage rides depart from 9th and Front Street in downtown Leavenworth.
Leavenworth Fish Hatchery - Located at the south end of the Leavenworth valley, this fish hatchery is dedicated to preserving the Salmon. Exhibits identify fish and their habitats. Mountain Biking - Miles of trails and logging roads are available for biking around Leavenworth, from leisurely to challenging. Numerous businesses rent mountains bikes, as well as offering shuttle and guided tour services.
Ski Jumping - Yes, JUMPING! Leavenworth has had a ski jumping facility for many years, and even helped train some of our country's earlier Olympic ski jumpers. The facilities include a 23 meter jumping hill, and offers beginner's classes, clinics and tournaments. Contact Kjell Bakke at 509-548-7718, or Leavenworth Winter Sports Club (Bookmark!) for more information.
Snow Skiing - Leavenworth is 45 minutes to an hour away from two very nice ski resorts. Stevens Pass is about 45 minutes west of Leavenworth on Highway 2. Mission Ridge is less than an hour south of Leavenworth, via Wenatchee Snow Train to Leavenworth - Has THIS ever become popular Christmas Season activity for our visitors from the Seattle/Puget Sound Washington State area!!! Hop on the train early in the morning, travel through some of the most spectacular winter scenery you can imagine (remember, cars don't go where the trains go), spend the day in the Bavarian Village of Leavenworth WA during an absolutely enchanting and magical time of the year, eat drink and shop your heart out, and then hop on the train for an evening trip back to Seattle. For more information visit Alki Tours "Snow Train 2005" to Leavenworth. Snowmobiling - The Lake Wenatchee and Blewett Pass areas, each about 15 to 20 miles from Leavenworth, offer hundreds of miles of marked snowmobile trails. Snowmobile safaris are available as well. At least three businesses in the Leavenworth area offer snowmobile rentals and guided tours. Snowshoeing - Miles of trails and logging roads are available for snowshoeing around Leavenworth, from leisurely to challenging. This is another fast-growing sport. Equipment rental available in Leavenworth. Swimming - Leavenworth Public Pool is open from mid-June to the end of August (509-548-4142). Mountain lakes and the Wenatchee River also invite swimmers.
Tube Leavenworth! - If you're looking for family things to do in Leavenworth WA, try some great fun tubing on the Wenatchee River in Leavenworth! Playing on the river with family and friends, Floating, Picnicking, Swimming, Water-fighting, Bird watching, Wildlife spotting, Fish spying, Relaxing and Having Fun! Float by the Leavenworth Golf Club, Enchantment Park, Blackbird Island and the Bavarian Village of Leavenworth to Leavenworth's Barn Beach. Check their web site at www.tubeleavenworth.com. Whitewater
Rafting, Canoeing and Kayaking - Now here's
some Leavenworth WA activities that will have you catching your breath and
focusing like a laser!!! Nature has
provided the Leavenworth area with some of the best whitewater available!
The Wenatchee River is the most popular river in the state for whitewater
rafting and whitewater kayaking. Spring season opens for whitewater rafting beginning March through
April with the high-country snow pack run-off. This is an action-packed adventure!
Leavenworth is served by seven commercial rafting companies, with some even
offering two and three day trips. Float trips and canoeing are also
available. All fun-filled activities are available to individuals and
groups. Whitewater rafting into July until the high run-off decreases; float
trips through August; canoeing through October when the rivers are
approaching their lowest flow rates.
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Note: The above information is an example of the Leavenworth WA activities, Leavenworth WA recreation and things to do in Leavenworth WA and is not an all-inclusive list. (See Disclaimer.) For verification or further information, stop by the Leavenworth Chamber of Commerce office at 940 Highway 2, or contact them at: |
Leavenworth
Chamber of Commerce Phone: (509)
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For more information on Leavenworth Washington activities, Leavenworth Washington recreation, things to do in Leavenworth Washington and surrounding area outdoor recreation, including maps, camping, hiking, trail conditions and Wilderness Area permits, visit their website (Bookmark!), or contact:
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Leavenworth
Ranger District (509)
548-6977 Lake
Wenatchee Ranger District (509) 763-3103 |
Alpen
Rose Inn |
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Rock Climbing
- A popular summer sport in the Leavenworth
area. Some of the best rock climbing faces in the state. Most summer
weekends you can find the rock climbers at many locations up the Icicle
River valley off of the Leavenworth Valley, about five miles from downtown.
Equipment rental available in Leavenworth.
