< Previous30 Saddle Rock, Wenatchee. A geologic landmark that overlooks the valley. Shoot a selfie with the peak in the background or hike to the top for a sweeping view. 1130 Circle St. Swakane Canyon, Highway 97-A near Rocky Reach Dam. This local canyon is good for running the dogs in the winter and shoulder seasons (while the rattlesnakes are dormant) and viewing wildlife anytime of the year. A 3.3-mile drive up the canyon leads to a 30-mile double track loop road closed to motorized vehicles. (Discover Pass) Three Lakes Golf Course, Malaga. Award winning 18-hole, par 69 course near Wenatchee. (509) 663-5448. threelakesgolf.com Town Toyota Center Ice Rink, Wenatchee. Year-round public skating rink, private rentals. 1300 Walla Walla, (509) 667-7847 Vintage Hydroplane Races, Entiat City Park. Entiat has a long history with hydroplane races, so it's great to have the vintage only hydro event back again. Classic car show and a variety of vendors. 2023 event will be July 22 & 23. Walla Walla Point Park, just minutes from downtown Wenatchee. Plenty of places to get the wiggles out with playground equipment, softball fields, ADA fishing platform at the confluence of the Wenatchee and Columbia Rivers, and a protected swimming area. Access to the 11-mile Apple Capital Loop Trail and the Horan Natural Area. 1351 Walla Walla Ave. chelanpud.org/parks Wenatchee Valley Super Oval, East Wenatchee. One of the fastest quarter- mile asphalt tracks around! 2850 Gun Club Rd. wvso.com WineGirl Wines and Riverhouse Cigar Bar, Wenatchee. Walk in humidor, live music, full bar. Additional locations in Leavenworth and Manson. 527 N Piere St. (509) 888-3558, winegirlwines.com Bighorn sheep, Pete Freund32 Lodging Hilton Garden Inn, Wenatchee. 25 N Worthen St., (509) 662-0600 hilton.com Residence Inn by Marriott Wenatchee. 1229 Walla Walla Ave. (509) 470-3091, marriott.com/eatri Warm Springs Inn and Winery Wenatchee. 1611 Love Ln. (509) 662-5683 warmspringsinn.com Campgrounds Confluence State Park, Wenatchee. Big rigs, 30/20 amp, dump. (888) 226-7688, parks.state.wa.us/286/ Wenatchee-Confluence Entiat Park, Entiat. On the shore of the mighty Columbia River, at the mouth of the Entiat River. Big rigs, 50/30 amp, dump. (509) 784-1500, entiatwa.us Wenatchee River County RV Park Monitor. April-Oct. Big rigs, 50 amp, dump. (509) 667-7503, wenatcheeriverpark.org Wildlife Travel Alert Many roadways of the Cascade Loop travel through areas abundant in wildlife, and we ask drivers to be extra vigilant and on the lookout for large and small animals who may cross the highways and roadways all around the Loop. Elk herds in the Skagit Valley are often seen near the road. The Wenatchee River Valley and the Methow Valley see large deer populations, especially during the winter. Highway 97-A between Wenatchee and Chelan is home to several herds of bighorn sheep, and rams occasionally stop traffic on the roadway to get a better look at you! Mule deer buck, Pete Freund Download our Wildlife Checklist! Primitive Accommodations Stay the night in a renovated fire tower in the Entiat Ranger District. Steliko Lookout and Tyee Lookout require 4-wheel drive high clearance vehicles. (509) 784-4700 Book a state at recreation.gov33 Visitor Info Chelan County PUD Parks, Wenatchee and Entiat. (509) 661-4551 chelanpud.org/parks Entiat Chamber, Entiat. 15212 Hwy 97A entiatchamber.org North Central Washington Economic Development District.(ad p. 54) Advancing the communities of Chelan, Douglas, and Okanogan counties, and the Colville Confederated Tribes. ncwedd.com Pangborn Memorial Airport East Wenatchee. Rental cars onsite. (509) 884-2494, flywenatchee.com Visit Chelan County(ad p. 31) Recreate respectfully in Chelan County's communities and natural areas. visitchelancounty.com Wenatchee Valley Visitor Center and Tasting Room, Wenatchee (ad p. 29) 137 North Wenatchee Ave. (509) 662-2116, visitwenatchee.org Pybus Public Market Celebrates 10 Years A public market housed in a renovated historic building on the Wenatchee riverfront. Community gathering place, and home to the Wenatchee Valley Farmers Market (in season) and weekends find vendor booths with locally made products. Tap Room, restaurants (with outdoor seating), and a year-round produce stand, boutique shops, wine, mead, gelato, a meat and seafood counter, recreation equipment rentals to play on the Apple Capital Loop Trail or in the Columbia River, both just steps away! 3 N. Worthen St. (509) 888-3900, pybuspublicmarket.org Hiking Info and Forest Passes www.fs.usda.gov/okawen Wenatchee: (509) 664-920034 For a super-scenic drive just off the byway, head up Entiat River Road. Traveling toward Chelan from Wenatchee, turn west where the Entiat River converges with the Columbia River. Settle in for big valley views turning to steep river canyons as you wind your way to the end of the paved road in 32 miles. The road follows the Entiat River and offers numerous options for picnicking, hiking, and snapping photos. Hike over the top of Silver Falls! The Entiat Ranger district hosts 7 premiere campgrounds within the National Forest, complete with potable water, bathrooms and picnic tables. (NW Forest Pass) Box Canyon on Entiat River Side Trip: Entiat River Road Learn more about all our great Side Trips at cascadeloop.com/side-tripsSouth Lakeshore Road, Lake Chelan Made possible in part with assistance from Chelan County Tourism Hotel-Motel Tax Fund36 Highway 97A descends into the glacier-carved valley of Lake Chelan. Surrounded by rolling orchards and vineyards, this is one of the most stunning lakes in the world, drawing generations of families to its shores year after year. Water sports, beachside fun, hiking and trails, numerous vineyards, and wine-tasting rooms combine to make the area an idyllic year-round getaway. The Lake Chelan AVA is Washington State’s 11th American Viticultural Area. The AVA area boasts 24,040 total acres located 7 miles along the lake's eastern end and the surrounding lands. Wineries and tasting rooms surround Lake Chelan among the 300+ acres of vineyards that provide exceptional wine-tasting experiences year-round. Chelan •Historic downtown with friendly, family-owned boutiques, wine-tasting rooms, galleries, restaurants, century-old buildings, small-town charm, and a wonderful visitor information center •St. Andrew’s Log Church, the oldest structure in Chelan, built in 1898 when Washington was still a territory •Ruby Theatre, built in 1914, still features much of its original architecture inside •Winterfest is the celebration of the season (in January) with fireworks, polar bear plunge and ice sculptures Manson •Resort Community with a quiet, old town style, quaint tasting rooms and restaurants, and a great visitor’s center with staff that is ready to point you in the right direction •Wine tasting at over 16 locations, many within walking distance from downtown • Parks and boating facilities Manson has 8 parks, many along the lakeshore with public beaches, playground equipment, and a designated dog swimming beach Bald eagle nestlings near Lake Chelan, Pete Freund37 Stehekin •Remote community at the head of Lake Chelan, year-round population 75. No roads, accessible only by boat, helicopter or hiking. Lady of the Lake provides scheduled passenger service. •Buckner Homestead and Orchard Historic landmark established in 1889 is now an interpretive center for early life in Stehekin. •Rainbow Falls, a picturesque, 312-foot waterfall with two viewing areas that get you close to the splash pool. Fishing near Manson Antilon Lake: Just up the road from Wapato Lake. Great catches of German brown trout and crappie keep anglers returning every year. Dry Lake: Well known for ice fishing. Roses Lake: This sought-after lake has rainbow trout, bass and catfish. It is a popular spot for ice fishing in the winter. Wapato Lake: Catchable sized rainbow trout are typically stocked just before the lake opens. For regulations: wdfw.wa.gov/ Ice fishing on Roses Lake, Jacob Mahoney38 Attractions & Activities Campbell’s Pub & Veranda, Chelan. Historic flagship restaurant and hotel located at Campbell’s Resort. (800) 553-8225, (509) 682-2561 campbellsresort.com Chelan Museum. Housed in a 1907 building, originally the Miners & Merchants Bank. 204 E Woodin Ave. (509) 682-5644, chelanmuseum.com Echo Ridge U.S. Forest Service Trails. Hiking trails in warm months and groomed Nordic trail system in winter. Ski passes online or at Chelan Ranger Station. (509) 682-4900 (NW Forest Pass) Echo Valley Ski Resort. Eight miles from downtown Chelan. Kid friendly with rope tows, poma lift, tube hill, day/night skiing, ski shop, school, lodge. (509) 687-3167 skiechovalley.com Historic Downtown Chelan Association Enhancing and preserving downtown Chelan’s historic features. (509) 682-4322, historicchelan.org Lady of the Lake, Chelan (ad p. 40). Year-round boat tours and passenger service from Chelan to Stehekin, Holden Village and upper Lake Chelan. Reservations recommended during peak season. (509) 682-4584, 1418 W. Woodin ladyofthelake.com Lakeside Surf, Chelan. The world's largest and greatest stationary wave and complete surf facility. Open April-September. 106 Waterslide Drive, (509) 558-8582 lakesidesurf.com Lakeside Park, Chelan. Shady park on the southern end of the lake. Picnic tables, protected swim area, playground equipment, boat launch. Manson Apple Blossom Festival (May 12-14, 2023). Popular with locals and visitors alike, celebrating the beginning of apple producing season since the 1920’s. Royalty, parade, street fair, art show. mansonappleblossom.com. Manson Bay Park. Close to town with protected swimming area, shady grass area and restrooms. Nearby at the "Old Swim Hole" you can take your dog to cool off in the lake! mansonparks.com Lazy River, Slidewaters Next >