Guidebook for Wenatchee
Parks & Nature
If there’s snow in the mountains, it’s time to hit the slopes! Awarded the best “learn to ski/snowboard program” in the country and “Favorite places to ski with kids” by Trip Advisor, this hidden gem in Central Washington routinely delivers powder and uncrowded hills. Take a left out of The Cottages at Saddlerock, onto Squilchuck Road and follow the signs to Mission Ridge.
• Fast drive time of only 12 minutes!
• At the house, skis/snowboards may be stored inside the closet found across from the dining table
• Check www.missionridge.com for current hours and special events
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Mission Ridge Ski & Board Resort
7500 Mission Ridge RdIf there’s snow in the mountains, it’s time to hit the slopes! Awarded the best “learn to ski/snowboard program” in the country and “Favorite places to ski with kids” by Trip Advisor, this hidden gem in Central Washington routinely delivers powder and uncrowded hills. Take a left out of The Cottages at Saddlerock, onto Squilchuck Road and follow the signs to Mission Ridge.
• Fast drive time of only 12 minutes!
• At the house, skis/snowboards may be stored inside the closet found across from the dining table
• Check www.missionridge.com for current hours and special events
Whether you're headed out to bike the 10-mile paved Apple Capital Loop Trail, or kayaking along the river - you're sure to find fun stuff for the whole family. It's even home to Pybus Market, filled with restaurants and shops.
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Wenatchee Riverfront Park
Apple Capitol Recreational Loop TrailWhether you're headed out to bike the 10-mile paved Apple Capital Loop Trail, or kayaking along the river - you're sure to find fun stuff for the whole family. It's even home to Pybus Market, filled with restaurants and shops.
Hiking with a view? Yes please! Such an amazing place to hike to, either during the day for a view of the entire valley, or at dusk to witness the sparkle of the city lights, this is one hike you won't want to miss.
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Saddle Rock Trailhead
1130 Circle StHiking with a view? Yes please! Such an amazing place to hike to, either during the day for a view of the entire valley, or at dusk to witness the sparkle of the city lights, this is one hike you won't want to miss.
Entertainment & Activities
On the way to Wenatchee, you’ll pass Smallwood’s Harvest in Peshastin, where you’ll find amazing produce (apples!!!!) and loads of things to do with your kids. Visit the petting zoo year round, shop at their store filled with endless tasting samples, let the kids ride in a cool converted oil drum Cow Train, or run the corn maze in the fall or the Easter Egg hunt in the spring.
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Smallwood's Harvest
10461 Stemm RdOn the way to Wenatchee, you’ll pass Smallwood’s Harvest in Peshastin, where you’ll find amazing produce (apples!!!!) and loads of things to do with your kids. Visit the petting zoo year round, shop at their store filled with endless tasting samples, let the kids ride in a cool converted oil drum Cow Train, or run the corn maze in the fall or the Easter Egg hunt in the spring.
Who doesn't like Aplets and Cotlets? How about a tour and some samples? Head to to Cashmere just 20 minutes away for a fun filled afternoon, learning about this delicious candy and how it's made.
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Aplets & Cotlets Candy Kitchen & Country Store
117 Mission AveWho doesn't like Aplets and Cotlets? How about a tour and some samples? Head to to Cashmere just 20 minutes away for a fun filled afternoon, learning about this delicious candy and how it's made.
Not your average indoor climbing gym! In addition to harnesses and bouldering, there's also a small cafe/bar inside, with a full wall of windows for you to watch your kids climb the walls!
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Riverfront Rock Gym
1319 Walla Walla AveNot your average indoor climbing gym! In addition to harnesses and bouldering, there's also a small cafe/bar inside, with a full wall of windows for you to watch your kids climb the walls!
Do you feel the need for speed? Wenatchee has you covered with the Wenatchee Valley Super Oval (WVSO), one of the Fastest Quarter-mile Asphalt tracks in the world. The WVSO has been considered one of the nicest and fastest facilities by racers, fans and more. Race season runs from April-Sept.
Wenatchee Valley Super Oval
2850 Gun Club RdDo you feel the need for speed? Wenatchee has you covered with the Wenatchee Valley Super Oval (WVSO), one of the Fastest Quarter-mile Asphalt tracks in the world. The WVSO has been considered one of the nicest and fastest facilities by racers, fans and more. Race season runs from April-Sept.
Sightseeing
Ready to experience a little Bavarian life? Hop in your car and head west out of Wenatchee and onto Highway 2 to arrive in a town entirely modeled after a Bavarian village. Here you’ll experience shopping, wine tasting, themed restaurants and festivals all year long.
• Drive time of less than 35 minutes
• Take a look at www.leavenworth.org for the latest on festivals and experiences
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Leavenworth
Ready to experience a little Bavarian life? Hop in your car and head west out of Wenatchee and onto Highway 2 to arrive in a town entirely modeled after a Bavarian village. Here you’ll experience shopping, wine tasting, themed restaurants and festivals all year long.
• Drive time of less than 35 minutes
• Take a look at www.leavenworth.org for the latest on festivals and experiences
Rocky Reach Dam Park
6151 US-97 ALTShopping
Every vacation should include a visit to the local Farmer’s Market – and Wenatchee has one of the best indoor/outdoor markets open year round. Not only will you find fresh produce and locally made craft items, but some of the best restaurants and cutest shops around. Plus, you’ll be right on the Columbia River where you can rent a bike or walk/run on the 10 mile paved Apple Capital Loop Trail.
• Drive time of less than 5 minutes
• Check out www.pybuspublicmarket.org for hours and upcoming community events
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Iphondo laseMzantsi Pybus
3 N Worthen StEvery vacation should include a visit to the local Farmer’s Market – and Wenatchee has one of the best indoor/outdoor markets open year round. Not only will you find fresh produce and locally made craft items, but some of the best restaurants and cutest shops around. Plus, you’ll be right on the Columbia River where you can rent a bike or walk/run on the 10 mile paved Apple Capital Loop Trail.
• Drive time of less than 5 minutes
• Check out www.pybuspublicmarket.org for hours and upcoming community events
Wenatchee Valley Mall station
Food Scene
Located in North Wenatchee is our favorite winery outside of Sonoma! Not only can you lounge in their tasting room on comfy couches with your flight of wine, but you can also stay a little longer and dine at their on-premises restaurant, the Chateau Grill. You can even take a cooking class there!
• Drive time of less than 5 minutes
• Visit www.fairelepont.com for seasonal events, restaurant menus, and current hours
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Chateau Faire Le Pont Winery
1 Vineyard WayLocated in North Wenatchee is our favorite winery outside of Sonoma! Not only can you lounge in their tasting room on comfy couches with your flight of wine, but you can also stay a little longer and dine at their on-premises restaurant, the Chateau Grill. You can even take a cooking class there!
• Drive time of less than 5 minutes
• Visit www.fairelepont.com for seasonal events, restaurant menus, and current hours
Visconti's Italian Restaurant
636 Front StWenatchee Valley Brewing Co.
108 E Island View StEssentials
Costco Wholesale
375 Highline DrFred Meyer
11 Grant RdSafeway
510 Grant RdTarget
1102 Springwater Ave