Cross Country Skiing:  
"The Stevens Pass-to-Lake Wenatchee-to-Leavenworth corridor is a Nordic skiing Shangri-la." The News Tribune

(Sno-Park permits are easily purchased at the Ranger Station, local grocery stores, Kahler Glen Golf Course & on the weekends at the State Park.)

15 miles from the Pine River Ranch is the Stevens Pass Nordic Center where on weekends you can find cross country ski and snowshoe rentals, lessons, 25k of trails, food and a small lodge.  www.stevenspass.com or call 206-812-4510 or 509-782-5516.

Lake Wenatchee State Park Sno Park: located 1 mile from the Ranch, 4 loop trails, 15 miles of Groomed Cross Country Ski trails. Info at Lake Wenatchee Ranger Station at 509-763-3103 or at www.fs.fed.us/r6/Wenatchee

Nason View Trail:
Starts from the Kahler Glen Golf Course and goes just above Nason Creek...look down at the Pine River Ranch from the trail.

Chiwawa Sno-Park offers some great skiing. (look for blue diamond trailblazes)

The Sea & Ski Trail is about 5 miles & follows along the Wenatchee River

Flying Loop Trail climbs 600 feet (for experiences skiers) and has views of Entiat Ridge, Chiwaukum  Mountains and the Plain Valley.

Squirrel Run Trail: an easy rolling trip through mostly forested areas, crosses snowmobile trails often, use caution. (snowmobile trails are marked with orange trailblazes)

The Leavenworth Winter Sports Club grooms 24 km of trails in Leavenworth at the Leavenworth golf course, at ski hill, near the Icicle River and at the waterfront near downtown Leavenworth 509-548-5115 or www.skileavenworth.com

Downhill Skiing & Snowboarding...even Ski Jumping

Stevens Pass Ski Area: We offer discount lift tickets. Stevens Pass is only 21 miles. Enjoy great terrain. www.stevenspass.com  Hotlines 206-634-1645 or 509-782-5516

Mission Ridge Ski Area is about 60 miles east of us. On a clear day, enjoy a great view of the Wenatchee area. Dry snow.  www.missionridge.com

Ski Hill– the original owners of the Pine River Ranch helped contribute to the development of a ski jump located at Ski Hill.  It was used for training by the early US Olympic ski jumpers. The hill is accessed by two rope tows and maintained by the Leavenworth Winter Sports Club. www.skileavenworth.com or call 509-548-7718 for info.

Snow Shoeing

The Pine River Ranch snowshoes are free to use.
Strap them on at your leisure. We’ll give you a quick lesson if you like and give you tips on enjoying the valley. There is nothing like the quiet and solitude of trekking through the snow. Rentals are also available in Leavenworth at Leavenworth Mountain Sports at 509-548-7864 and in Plain at Plain Hardware, www.plainhardware.com 509-763-3836.

Sleigh Rides

Mountain Springs Lodge is the closest for sleigh rides. Enjoy their dinner ride…sleigh ride followed by a full dinner.  www.mtsprings.com or at 800-858-2276 or 509-763-2713 Also available at Red Tail Canyon Farm at 800-678-4512 or at www.redtailcanyonfarm.com

Eagle Creek Ranch at 800-221-7433 or at www.eaglecreek.simplenet.com
Icicle Outfitters at www.icicleoutfitters.com Sleigh rides are from November 30 through February on East Leavenworth Road just off Icicle Road in the big "meadow" and along the Icicle River below the fish hatchery.

Snowmobiling

Mountain Springs Lodge offers guided snowmobile tours. 800-858-2276 or at www.mtsprings.com  They also offer a dinner ride package.

Cascade Hideaway Resort offers snowmobile rentals near Fish Lake. 509-763-5104

Dog Sledding

Take a dog sled lesson or a ride with Alaska Dreamin’ Sled Dog Co., located just 5 miles from the Pine River Ranch at 509-763-8017

Spring & Summer Activities

Fishing & Hunting
A variety of fishing is available. Fish Lake is very popular for trout fishing. Mule deer and elk hunting is also available. Check with the Department of Game for season information and details.

Golf
Whether you like to putt-putt or tour 18 holes...you can do it all.

Enzian Falls Championship Putting Course: On Hwy. 2, across from the Enzian Hotel.  Nicely landscaped. All equipment provided. $10.00 a round.

Icicle Junction Miniature Golf: Just as you go in to town on the right. $5.50 a round.

Kahler Glen Golf Course: 1 mile north of us on Hwy 207. 18 hole course, marine driving range and putting green. 509-763-4025 for tee   time, www.kahlerglen.com

Leavenworth Golf Club: An 18 hole public course in Leavenworth with great views of the Wenatchee River. On Icicle Road. 509-548-7267 and at www.leavenworthgolf.com

Highlander Golf Club: An 18 hole public golf course in East Wenatchee with outstanding views of the Columbia River. 509-884-4653  www.highlandergolfclub.com

Desert Canyon: Washington’s top rated 18 hole, 7500 yard golf course. 800-258-4173 or at www.desertcanyon.com

Hiking

The Wenatchee National Forest consists of 2.2 million acres and approximately 40 percent is designated as Wilderness in seven Wilderness Areas: Lake Chelan- Sawtooth, Glacier Peak, Henry M. Jackson, Alpine Lakes, William O. Douglas, Norse Peak, and Goat Rocks. There are over 2,500 miles of recreational trails...be sure to pack a lunch!

Horseback Rides & Hay Rides

Eagle Creek Ranch: Call ahead for reservations at 548-7798 or at www.eaglecreek.ws
      
Icicle Outfitters: www.icicleoutfitters.com  rides are at the Lake Wenatchee State Park from May 15 through September and in the Icicle Valley next to the Sleeping Lady Retreat Center from Memorial Day through Labor Day. 

 Mountain Springs Lodge: About 5 minutes from us on Chiwawa Loop Road near Plain.  Reservations at www.mtsprings.com or at 800-858-2276 or 509-763-2713

Mountain Biking

Miles and miles of beginner to experienced mountain biking trails or logging roads. You can rent nearby. We have trail information in each room.

Rafting

Osprey River Rafting is a local rafting company.  Wetsuits, booties, shuttle and a lunch is served riverside mid-trip on the Wenatchee River.  1-800-743-6269 or see at www.shoottherapids.com  "river jammin' foam eatin' fun"

Rock Climbing
Equipment rental in Leavenworth. Some very popular rock faces. In the summer you can normally see rock climbers from the highway while driving between the PRRanch and Leavenworth.

Summer Theater
Enjoy Leavenworth's Summer Theater outside at the Ski Hill Amphitheater in Leavenworth, the Leavenworth Outdoor Biergarten, or the Hatchery Park at the Leavenworth Fish Hatchery. Productions begin June 1st.  Box office at 509-548-2000 or see at www.leavenworthsummertheater.org

Calendar of Events

JANUARY
Bavarian Ice Fest– Ice cube hunt, dog sled racing and rides and a spectacular fireworks show.

FEBRUARY


MARCH
A great time for a quiet getaway.

APRIL
Bavarian Folk Dance Festival– a celebration of the cultures of America with an emphasis on Bavarian
traditions

Ridge to River Relay– XC and downhill skiing, running bicycling and kayaking over either a 35 mile or a
20 mile course held in Wenatchee

Upper Valley Arts "Art Walk"

MAY
Maifest– Mother’s Day weekend. Traditional Bavarian festival with maipole dances, costumes, games
and dancing celebrating spring.

Leavenworth Rivers Festival– a water rodeo, whitewater kayak and raft races for novices and pros.

Leavenworth International Folk Dance Performance: cultural costumes & international folk dancing.

Art In The Park: Art exhibit in city park, Thurs. thru Sun., May-October

JUNE
Bavarian Bike & Brew– an IBMA sanctioned XC bike race ending with a micro-brew beer festival.

International Accordion Celebration

Kinderfest– Hay rides, face painting and celebrations for the young...and young at heart.

JULY
Village Craft Fair– crafts and gifts on display.

Icicle Creek Music Center’s Summer Chamber Music Festival: (July Weekends)

Leavenworth Summer Theater: July & August

AUGUST
Acoustic Music Festival– Acoustic folk, jazz, bluegrass Celtic and rock music in the park.

SEPTEMBER
Bavarian Village Quilt Show– A town tour that celebrates the colorful American handiwork.

Wenatchee River Salmon Festival– The Leavenworth National Fish Hatchery and the Leavenworth
Ranger District of the Wenatchee National Forest host a celebration of the salmon’s return
to the Wenatchee River.

OCTOBER
Washington State Autumn Leaf Festival– Parade, food and entertainment. The entire town celebrates the spectacular fall foliage. Last weekend of September and First weekend of October.

Bavarian Fest– Projekt Bayern sponsors dancing, food and beverages.

Oktoberfest– a celebration that begins with a mock 1810 royal Bavarian wedding ceremony ends with
lots of beer & kraut. Sponsored by Projekt Bayern. www.projectbayern.com

Falling Leaves Square Dance Festival– International Square Dancing Weekend.

NOVEMBER
Christkindlmarkt– Open air Christmas market complete with roasted chestnuts.

DECEMBER
Leavenworth Christmas Lighting Festival– Witness the lighting of the Village, Leavenworth captures
all the magic of a traditional Bavarian Christmas. First three weekends of December

Links

The Leavenworth Summer Theater
     Outdoor theater in the summer in Leavenworth.   2001 season productions include:  The Sound of Music, Brigadoon, Fiddler on the Roof.  Nov.- Dec. indoor productions include The Foreigner & a musically produced A Christmas Carol.

Watershed Art 
    A project put together by renowned artists focusing on the diversity of the Wenatchee River watershed.  Shows in Leavenworth.

Artist Guild of Leavenworth
     Comprised of talented artists of the Leavenworth area representing various creative arts.  Shows and art sales are featured throughout the year.

Icicle Creek Music Center
      Concerts feature beautiful music from Vienna, France, Spain and America.  Leavenworth's ensemble, Kairos Quartet, performs.

Projekt Bayern
     A group of Leavenworth business people committed to the enhancement and education of the "Bavarian Theme" of Leavenworth.

The Leavenworth Echo
     The web site for the local Leavenworth newspaper.

Leavenworth Video
     A web site where you can order and purchase a video of Leavenworth, Washington.

Pass Report - Road Conditions
     The Department of Transportation's web site for information on travel over Snoqualmie or Stevens Pass in the winter months.

Lake Wenatchee State Park     
     Lake Wenatchee State Park is located one mile from the Pine River Ranch. Golf, horseback ride, enjoy the beach or play in the beautiful (but cold) Lake Wenatchee. See the web site for more information.

Official Wenatchee National Forest Web Site
     The Pine River Ranch is located amidst the Wenatchee National Forest.  This site has current recreational information of the area.  Hiking, biking and permit information.

More to Do

Plain Hardware www.plainhardware.com  Best mocha around, Souvenirs, 'Plain' T-shirts, Candles, Soaps, and YES they even have hardware, Check out their web-sight, and definitely stop by for a look around.

Applets & Cotlets 509-782-2191 117 Mission Ave., Cashmere
www.libertyorchards.com   Continuous 15-minute tours, charming country store, free samples.

Chelan Co. Historical Soc. 509-782-3230, Cashmere   Pioneer, natural and Native American history and artifacts. The pioneer village includes actual pioneer cabins and furnishings.

Icicle Junction 65 Hwy. 2 Leavenworth  Mini golf, bumperboats, train rides, movie theater.

Leavenworth National Fish Hatchery 509-548-7641 Icicle Road Leavenworth   Exhibits that identify the fish and describe their environmental needs

Leavenworth Nutcracker Museum 509-548-4708 735 Front St,  Leavenworth   The only all-nutcracker museum in the US, nutcrackers from the 15th century to present times. 

Wenatchee Valley Museum & Cultural Center 509-664-3340 127 S. Mission St. Wenatchee    A cultural center and museum with programs and exhibits focusing on history, natural history, art and cultural heritage of the people of North Central Washington.

Ohme Gardens 509-662-5785 3327 Ohme Rd. Wenatchee Nationallyacclaimed 9-acre alpine garden perched high on a rocky bluff above the Columbia River. Stone pathways, spectacular views, pools, waterfalls Apr. 15-Oct. 15 daily. www.ohmegarden.com

Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory 636 Front Street - The Brewery Bldg,  Leavenworth Watch candy makers hand-fashion Rocky Mountain Chocolates.

Rocky Reach Dam Visitor’s Center Highway 97-A, Wenatchee   Interpretive museum, fish ladder, fish-viewing room, café & gift shop. www.chelanpud.org

Village Art in the Park Leavenworth    Renowned professional and amateur artisans exhibit in Leavenworth City Park 1st weekend in May through 2nd weekend of October

Washington Apple Commission Visitors Center & Gift Shop
Wenatchee Apple samples. Interactive displays covering apple blossom pollination, orchard cultivation and marketing. Unique gifts available. Open weekdays year round. Support our local fruit growers!   www.bestapples.com

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