Spring & Summer Activities in Leavenworth

Leavenworth and Lake Wenatchee are beautiful locations in Washington to come for a great spring or summer getaway. The town of Leavenworth attracts locals and tourists alike for the wonderful shopping, great food, local vineyards and wide varieties of German beers. You and your partner can enjoy a wonderful relaxing day experiencing the outdoor summer theater, walking through the many specialty shops in downtown Leavenworth and sampling the many different worldly cuisines. If you are looking for a more outdoor approach Lake Wenatchee is home to hundreds of miles of bike trails, hikes, beautiful parks and outdoor gardens, with plenty of local cuisine as well. We would be happy to direct you towards our favorite trails, or you can also see them here: Walks, Hikes & Bikes.

Photo by Sheila Shelton

 

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Spring & Summer Activities

A wonderful way to spend a day any time of the year Leavenworth, Washington area wineries offer fabulous tasting wines in an extraordinary setting. Leavenworth area wineries offer an experience that is unmatched in the Northwest. The wineries are all nestled in the foothills of the Cascade Mountains surrounded by the most enchanting scenery. Each winery offers its own unique experience delivering a unique atmosphere.

Bird Watching

Pine River Ranch is a wonderful site for bird watching! Each suite comes complete with bird watching guide books and binoculars for your to roam around our nature trail and spot over 30 different species of birds! For the more avid bird watcher there are seven sites listed in the area, selected by Audubon as some of the best birding hotspots in the state. Waterfront Park, only a few blocks from downtown, has tall cottonwoods and other important streamside vegetation full of many species. Look for Gray Catbird, Veery and Bullock’s Oriole. The Wenatchee and Icicle Rivers offer a watery oasis for birds and other wildlife, and are home to Belted Kingfisher, Harlequin Duck and Wood Duck. Osprey are becoming more abundant in the valley, recovering from the impact of pesticides that damaged their eggs and are no longer in use. Pick up a free copy of the map illustrating this traveler's trail at the Leavenworth Chamber of Commerce or Barn Beach Reserve  at 347 Division Street.

 

Wine Touring Services: There is a full list of local wineries and tasting rooms in your suite.

Leavenworth, Washington area wineries offer fabulous tasting wines in an extraordinary setting. Leavenworth area wineries offer an experience that is unmatched in the Northwest. The wineries are all nestled in the foothills of the Cascade Mountains surrounded by the most enchanting scenery. Each winery offers its own unique experience delivering a unique atmosphere.

Leavenworth Enchanted Tours Touring & Limousine Services
939 Front Street Leavenworth, WA  98826   877-Tours-20 (868-7720)

 

Leavenworth Winery Tours
321 9th Street #102
Leavenworth, WA 98826
509-548-RIDE (7433)

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

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 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

Hiking

The Wenatchee National Forest :  Consists of 2.2 million acres and approximately 40 percent is designated as Wilderness in seven Wilderness Areas. There are over 2,500 miles of recreational trails...be sure to pack a lunch! We also have a easy nature trail throughout the property for a leisurely stroll to Nason Creek, or we can direct you to great trails that are just a short drive away.

 

Horseback Rides & Hay Rides

Eagle Creek Ranch: Call ahead for reservations at 548-7798 www.eaglecreek.ws
      
Icicle Outfitters: 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.  www.icicleoutfitters.com

 

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

 

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 "river jammin' foam eatin' fun" www.shoottherapids.com

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 Pine River Ranch 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 www.leavenworthsummertheater.org

Leavenworth Event Links

The Leavenworth Summer Theater
     Outdoor theater in the summer in Leavenworth.  Productions change annually but are known to 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.

Other Leavenworth Activities

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, bumper boats, 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 Nationally acclaimed 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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