... Get out of town and do some of the great hikes in the area and reconnect away from civilization! Fourteen major trailheads provide starting points for 250 miles of maintained summer trails. These are my two favorite hikes near Lake Wenatchee and Leavenworth, WA. This lake is the main rearing area for these native char in the Wenatchee basin. The 198 hectare lake was formed by the melting of glaciers and snow. This page covers some hiking and climbing options from Lake Wenatchee north into the three valleys above the lake, the Little Wenatchee, the White River Valley and the Chawawa River Valley. Lake Wenatchee State Park is on the eastern end of the lake and provides access to it. September 2020 – Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest – Blue Lake Trail November 27, 2020 November 9, 2020 / Hikes From Home I cannot overstate how STUNNINGLY GORGEOUS this hike was back in mid-September as the fires were unrelenting in the West. That. Lake Clara is on the homeland of the Yakama and Wenatchi people. Cle Elum Ranger District 803 W. 2nd Street Cle Elum, WA 98922 (509) 852-1100. From the lake, you can get an epic view of Theseus. Lake Wenatchee is our hometown park, and as as we’ve lived in the Plain Valley, we’ve grown to love this little corner of paradise. “Lake Ingalls is a beautiful sky-blue lake surrounded by rust-colored crags and perched in a high basin with picture-window views of Mt. Lake Wenatchee has activities for all. Marion Lake. Length: 0.85 miles. Lake Clara – Wenatchee area (3 hours from Seattle) Lake Clara surrounded by larches after an early snow in late September. Horse Lake Short Loop Trail. Why it’s one of the best larch hikes in Washington: Lake Clara is a perfect destination if you want to see some larches on a shorter hike with less climbing than some. Trailhead Location: East Stevens Pass, Lake Wenatchee State Park; A winter trip to Lake Wenatchee is essential for incredible views of this icy, Narnia-like island in the middle of the lake! What you will see: There is a new reroute of Trail No. Look. A few trips into the Entiat Mountains would also be included here. A short gravel path from the Horse Lake Trailhead leading to great views of the Wenatchee River Valley with interperative signs and benches at the top. Nesting grebes and mergansers frequently usher their young around the green waters. Extremely beautiful and extremely popular hikes in the Alpine Lakes Wilderness area of Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest. Park at the Lake Wenatchee State Park Beach and take the short trails around the shore to find the prettiest perspectives of Emerald Island. The Bavarian town of Leavenworth is located in the midst of beautiful alpine mountains and lakes, making it a great base camp for day hikes. "The river trail begins on the South end of 9th street behind the shops of Leavenworth and then you head west on the trail system." "Hiked from our hotel (Fairbridge Inn and Suites) to Enchantment Park and let the kids burn some energy in the big grassy field by racing them from soccer goal to soccer goal." Located 16 miles from the Bavarian theme town of Leavenworth, the park is a natural wildlife area, and visitors should be … Picturesque Stuart Lake can be reached in 4.5 miles from the trailhead. The trail gains 4000 ft in 4 miles, ascending some 90 switchbacks. Stuart Lake Trail #1599 + Colchuck Lake Trail #1599A*** – 12.3 miles out and back. Location: Leavenworth, Washington (~2 hours from Seattle) Distance: 2.6 miles Elevation: 88 feet Route Type: Loop Time of Year: Winter (February 3, 2019) Recommended Equipment: Snowshoes, snow spikes (what we used), or Cross Country Skiis. Lake Wenatchee Area. From Leavenworth, WA take US-2 W and travel 15 miles as it heads north to meet WA-207. The air-conditioned accommodations is 20 mi from Leavenworth. The hiking trail takes you to the old lookout site in about 4.5 miles. The trail begins at the Hidden Lake Trailhead located 4-1/2 miles West on Cedar Brae Road #6750. Guided snowshoe hikes at Lake Easton State Park Hikes will be about 3 miles on moderate terrain and last approximately 2.5 … Make the best of winter – Snowshoe Hikes Read More » With many hikes within or just outside city limits, Wenatchee serves as a great base camp for exploring the region’s vast network of hiking trails. The Lake Wenatchee area is dotted with good hikes for all levels. The best camping near Lake Wenatchee, Washington. Lake Wenatchee District – 11 hikes 1-2-White River- go on as far as you want 2-Lake Valhalla** 2-White Pine Creek 3-Twin Lakes 3-Heather Lake 3-Mt. This trail provides wonderful views into Lake Wenatchee and the Glacier Peak Wilderness. The trail features green meadows, colorful wildflowers and a picturesque lake. The signed trailhead is located next to the Lake Wenatchee Ranger Station. 1510 that takes you through the forest on gradual switchbacks upward to a small popular hidden mountain lake that lies above Lake Wenatchee. Hand warmers were amazing to have for the hike back, warm jacket (preferably with a hood – I wore 2 jackets)! This trail takes you through a quiet forest of cedars and ponderosa pines. Then take WA-207 N for 3.6 miles and turn left on Cedar Brae Road. Access: Home . This month Lake Easton and Lake Wenatchee are offering guided hikes. While Leavenworth is a popular gateway to one of Washington’s most famous hikes, the Enchantments, that hike is a challenging multi-day backpacking trail that shouldn’t be attempted as a day thru-hike unless you are a seriously advanced hiker. The trail drops down to the spectacular Marion Lake. Stuart,” according to WenatcheeOutdoors. In the fall, golden larch tree are reflected in Marion's waters. Entiat Ranger District 2108 Entiat Way Entiat, WA 98822 (509) 784-4700. (There is a logging road that can save you 1500 vertical if you know where to find it). This hike makes for a great getaway for a short nature study with small children or a leisurely hike for adults. The lake is closed to fishing for Bull Trout so anglers are reminded to carefully release all Bull Trout that are incidentally caught. The Chelan Ranger District contains 422,000 acres surrounding the middle and upper lake reaches of Lake Chelan. Minotaur Lake Trail is a short but steep hike to the stunning Minotaur Lake. The hikes to the lake were nice and the path was clear but approaching the lake consider that you might have to climb over a few logs. Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest, Chelan Ranger District. This scenic route is perfect for a day hike with family. Lake Wenatchee State Park is a 492-acre camping park with 12,623 feet of waterfront on glacier-fed Lake Wenatchee and the Wenatchee River. Find Minotaur Lake Trail Notes here. By far the most popular hikes in the Leavenworth area are into the Enchantment Lakes Basin, Reed says. Old Ranch Road Chelan Ranger District 428 W. Woodin Avenue Chelan, WA 98816 (509) 682-4900. Get your snowshoes and head to state parks. Lake Wenatchee Nordic Sno-Parks Boasting impressive Switzerland-type views the Nason Ridge, South and North Lake Wenatchee State Park, and Chiwawa Sno-Parks offer abundant winter recreation. Turn right onto the Lake Wenatchee Highway (WA 207), and follow it past Lake Wenatchee until it ends, roughly 12 miles. At. Posted by Jeff & Amanda. About 4 miles past Lake Wenatchee State Park, you’ll find an easy hike to Hidden Lake. Here, there is a bus turnaround and a gate where the road is closed in the winter. The trail is almost 3.5 miles round trip with 900 feet of elevation gain. Bring lots of water, eat your Wheeties and don't forget a camera. Turn around and return to the trailhead. You'll find over 5 miles of marked trails and two separate trail loops that walk you along the spectacular looking Lake Wenatchee, lead you through the trees, along rivers, up and down hillsides and through different types of … Above the lake, you can also opt to explore Labyrinth mountain. While most are steep, one of the easier favorites — especially good for young hikers — is Hidden Lake , 1.6 miles round-trip. Located in Lake Wenatchee, Gordon Haus at Kahler Glen features accommodations with a patio and free WiFi. The easy grade makes this an excellent trail for kids and folks with mobility limitations. Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest Headquarters 215 Melody Lane Wenatchee, WA 98801 (509) 664-9200. Just. Lake Wenatchee is a pretty awesome place to give it a go for the first time. An Adventure Projects staff member will review this and take an appropriate action, but we generally don't reply. The views come with a price though, the trail is steep, dry, and hot. Show more Show less. Lake Wenatchee sits on the eastern slopes of the Cascades Mountain Range in the Wenatchee National Forest. Lake Wenatchee State Park’s alpine wilderness and gorgeous, glacier-fed lake, just a two-hour drive west of Seattle, WA, is a popular destination for RV enthusiasts who enjoy outdoor activities such as fishing, hiking, horseback riding, and cross-country skiing. Bull Trout are a species of concern and thus their season is closed throughout most of the state. Three Great Lake Wenatchee Hikes. This is a great outing for the whole family to enjoy the forest and a small lake. At this point the road becomes the Little Wenatchee River Road. From hiking, paddle boarding, or riding a mule, there are plenty of adventures beyond the beautiful alpine lake. 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