Top 10 Things to do in Wenatchee, Washington (WA)

August 21, 2021 Randal Brittian

At the crossroads of the Columbia and Wenatchee Rivers, Wenatchee is tucked away in a rugged valley full of natural and manmade wonders, from challenging golf courses to rocky trails. The Wenatchee Valley's numerous orchards, fruit stands and annual Apple Blossom Festival have garnered the area the title of "Apple Capital of the World." With the snow-capped Cascades to the west and the mighty Columbia to the east, the Wenatchee area offers no shortage of activities for the adventurous traveler.
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1. Apple Capital Loop Trail

Wenatchee, WA http://www.traillink.com/trail/apple-capital-recreation-loop-trail.aspx
Excellent
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5.0 based on 160 reviews

Apple Capital Loop Trail

This 87.9-mile bike trail makes for a challenging overnight trip for the experienced biker.

Reviewed By weloveaz - Gilbert, United States

Nice river side walk featuring sculptures and a railroad there. There was even a pop up winery on the saturday of our visit!

2. Ohme Gardens

3327 Ohme Rd, Wenatchee, WA 98801-9060 +1 509-662-5785 [email protected] http://www.ohmegardens.org
Excellent
64%
Good
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Satisfactory
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Poor
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4.5 based on 296 reviews

Ohme Gardens

Ohme Gardens is a nine-acre wooded garden perched on the hilltop above Wenatchee, Wash. A alpine oasis featuring panoramic views of the great Columbia River and the Wenatchee Valley. Ohme Gardens offers more than one-mile of native stone walking paths along which you can meander beneath towering pine and fir trees, lush plantings, waterfalls and serenity pools. Ohme Gardens, founded in 1929, will be celebrating its 90th Anniversary in 2019. Open daily 9 am – 7 pm, April 15 – Oct. 15.

Reviewed By EdPlateau - Enumclaw, United States

Fun family adventure walking through the maze of beautifully manicured natural grounds exploring and finding waterfalls and pools, taking in the views and just enjoying time stretching your legs outside in a pretty area. The trails were all stone slab pieces which everyone really liked. Staff there are super nice and pleasant too!

3. Wenatchee National Forest

Wenatchee, WA 98801 +1 509-664-9200 http://www.fs.fed.us/r6/wenatchee/
Excellent
77%
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4.5 based on 39 reviews

Wenatchee National Forest

Scenic forest great for hiking, rock climbing and horseback riding.

4. Saddle Rock Trail

1130 Circle St Wenatchee National Forest, Wenatchee, WA 98801-3246
Excellent
67%
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4.5 based on 6 reviews

Saddle Rock Trail

5. Mission Ridge Ski and Board Resort

7500 Mission Ridge Rd, Wenatchee, WA 98801-8817 +1 509-663-6543 [email protected] http://www.missionridge.com
Excellent
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Good
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Satisfactory
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4.5 based on 159 reviews

Mission Ridge Ski and Board Resort

Mission Ridge is in the heart of Washington State where the jagged peaks of the Cascade Range meet the high rugged desert of eastern Washington. A volcanic past has created a ridge where snowcapped peaks shimmer on one side and the Columbia River rolls majestically through eastern Washington on the other. But don’t let the view distract you, Mission Ridge has over 2000 acres to explore. Carve tree lined groomers, float through wide open bowls, wiggle through glades or scream down narrow chutes. Now throw in tons of sunshine, heaps of dry snow, and reams of velvety corduroy and you have Washington’s most distinctive winter playground. Make us your Mission this season.

Reviewed By 403Richard_S - Seattle, United States

I skiied Mission Ridge for the first time since 2002 on December 30th, 2019. Really great quantity and quality of terrain, more modern lifts, great new main lodge, and great snow quality, a hard-to-find feature lately. I am a Seattle-resident skiier who grew up skiing Mount Baker when I lived further north. As a retired "super-senior" now I have inexpensive season passes at Baker, Snoqualmie,and Stevens. I got back in shape starting with the 2017/2018 season. Warmer temperatures have delayed and degraded ski area snow quality along the west side of the Cascade Range last season and this season. Very late coverage, then too much thaw and refreeze. Very difficult to groom. Mission Ridge is the answer. Colder weather on the east side of the range. Less snow you say? Not since they invested in Sun Valley style snow making. And they have some of the best grooming around. Cheap, quality hotels in central Wenatchee are 20 minutes from the parking lot. Buying a pass there first, next year.

6. Wenatchee Confluence State Park

Highway 2 East, Wenatchee, WA +1 888-226-7688 http://www.parks.wa.gov/parkpage.asp?selectedpark=Wenatchee+Confluence&pageno=1
Excellent
54%
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4.5 based on 111 reviews

Wenatchee Confluence State Park

This State Park offers camping, swimming and more where the Columbia and Wenatchee rivers meet.

Reviewed By 980juanitab - British Columbia, Canada

We were impressed with this park. It was clean. The sites were far enough apart so you didn't have your neighbor in your back pocket. We took the walking path which was a nice walk with our dog. Would defiantly stay there again.

7. Riverfront Park

2 5th St, Wenatchee, WA 98801-2016 +1 509-664-3396 http://www.chelanpud.org/wenatchee-riverfront-park.html
Excellent
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4.5 based on 173 reviews

Riverfront Park

Reviewed By walkyrielou

We had nice family picnic on the water and watched the sun set; we also walked along the bike path early in the morning. There were were also the cleanest public restrooms I have ever encountered.

8. Pybus Public Market

3 N Worthen St, Wenatchee, WA 98801-3095 +1 509-888-3900 [email protected] http://www.pybusmarket.org/
Excellent
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Satisfactory
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4.5 based on 306 reviews

Pybus Public Market

Pybus Public Market is a destination where people gather to experience quality food, goods and services from local businesses. We host over 20 year round tenants in our building plus the Wenatchee Valley Farmers Market and a variety of local artisans.

Reviewed By RonCentralCA - Capitola, United States

Wow, what a find! My wife & I happened to be visiting and drive by the Columbia River where we encountered a Pike's Place like public market (in Seattle). We almost drove on though I said "Hey, what's in there?" and glad we entered. A warehouse-like building with a myriad of small shops and restaurants in this large open building. A very cool atmosphere!

9. Rocky Reach Dam Park

6151 State Highway 97a, Wenatchee, WA 98801-9101 +1 509-663-7522 http://www.chelanpud.org/rocky-reach-dam-park.html
Excellent
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4.5 based on 93 reviews

Rocky Reach Dam Park

Rocky Reach Visitor Center is located on the west side of Rocky Reach Dam. The center is easily accessible from Highway 97A and offers ample parking for visitors, including recreational vehicles and buses. Those touring the facility will discover a museum, a cafe, balconies that offer panoramic views of the dam and grounds, the juvenile fish bypass system, the reservoir (Lake Entiat) and the Columbia River. A 90-seat theater shows movies throughout the day and upon request. Guided tours are available by appointment.

Reviewed By SeattleVisitor1

Fish ladders and park are outstanding and very interesting to look at and learn about. We were glad to see the old museum and visitor center in 2019 before they closed it to move everything off the dam. Check their website carefully if going as most of it will be closed for awhile as they renovate for a year or two. They told us the outside park area will not close.

10. Peshastin Pinnacles State Park

Highway 2 to North Dryden Road, Wenatchee, WA +1 360-902-8844 http://www.parks.wa.gov/parkpage.asp?selectedpark=Peshastin%20Pinnacles&pageno=1
Excellent
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Good
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Satisfactory
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Poor
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4.0 based on 26 reviews

Peshastin Pinnacles State Park

The tall, scenic spires in this park are especially popular with rock climbers.

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