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To make overnight and getaway package reservations please call 1 (800) 558-2438.
To plan and book adventures and activities please call our resort partner, Leavenworth Adventures and Tours at 1 (888) 868-7720.
Leavenworth Adventures & Tours
Leavenworth Adventures & Tours - See their activities desk in the lobby of the Icicle Inn
Join Leavenworth's premier activity provider for a no hassles and all play experience in Leavenworth.
Call 1 (877) -868-7720 to make arrangements or visit them online:
www.leavenworthenchantedtours.com - for winery tours www.leavenworthshuttle.com - for shuttle and taxi reservations www.leavenworthadventures.com - (coming soon!) |
Rock Climbing
Leavenworth Mountain Sports offers great insight and knowledge about rock climbing in the Leavenworth area... Stop by to chat with them at 220 Highway 2 or call them at 509-548-7864. You may also visit them on the web at www.leavenworthmtnsports.com
ROAD CLOSURE ... May 21, 2008 - A rock slide and flooding have closed portions of Icicle Road about 15 miles west of Leavenworth. This is the only access road to Chatter Creek, Rock Island and Black Pine campgrounds. The road is barricaded just past Ida Creek Campground and the Doctor Creek Bridge is closed because of damage. The Forest Service doesn't know when the road will open to traffic and estimates the closures will impact about 300 people who normally would camp in the area over the Memorial Day weekend. To check access to other Icicle Valley campgrounds go to: http://www.fs.fed.us/r6/wenatchee/news/2008/05/03/
Attention Climbers:
Midnight & Noontime Rocks and Vicinity are closed to entry from April 1 to July 31 to protect nesting Raptors by order 36 CFR 261.53(a). Violations are punishable by fine and imprisonment.
Raptors have been observed on and between Midnight and Noontime Rocks. To protect these birds during the nesting period these rocks and area immediately above and between them is closed to all entry. During the nesting period, the site will be monitored and if conditions warrant, some restrictions may be lifted. - Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forests, Lake Wenatchee & Leavenworth Ranger Districts. For more information call 509-548-6977.
2009 - The US Forest service has closed climbing access to parts of the wall, one of Leavenworth’s most popular crags, due to a pair of nesting peregrine falcons which have made a home midway up the route. The temporary closure is in effect for the climbing area about 5 miles up the Icicle Road from Leavenworth. The Main Wall and Shield area of the Snow Creek Wall is closed to minimize human disturbance to peregrine falcons nesting in this area. To protect these birds and climbers from the raptors aggressive behavior, all climbs from Outer Space, White Slabs direct, and White Fright south to the descent gully are closed to all entry during the nesting period. The descent gully remains open as are all routes north of White Slabs. This closure will remain in effect until July 31 Read more here.
Northwest Mountain School and Leavenworth Rock Guides
also offers basic, intermediate, and rock rescue courses. http://www.mountainschool.com/leavenworth_rock_guides_intro.html Also see: Read Trip Reports from Cascade Guiding Service
Leavenworth page on www.washingtonclimbers.org.
Learn about Rock Fest at www.featheredfriends.com/Rockfest.html.
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Hiking and Nordic WalkingSee updated trail information at http://www.fs.fed.us/r6/wenatchee/recreation/report/ Waterfront Park is one of Leavenworth's best kept secrets. The trails wind along the Wenatchee River and through quiet riverbank forests. There are benches for sitting and interpretive signs to explain the natural and cultural history of the area. Throughout the park there are small beach inlets that are perfect for swimming on hot summer days. This is also a great birding site in the Spring or a place to spot salmon making their upstream journey in the Fall. The trail is accessible a block behind the Icicle Village Resort and will take you along the river, over Blackbird Island, and out in downtown Leavenworth. The trail is completely flat so you can just relax and enjoy the views. Bird Walks in Waterfront Park Icicle Ridge Trail goes one way, up. It can be hiked for as long or as short as you like. The natural turnaround point is two miles into the hike at a small flat spot on the ridge-top. This is a good spot to eat your lunch, enjoy the views and relax your aching thighs. The trail keeps going after this point but you have to go a long way to get better views. For those looking for views into the Leavenworth Valley, you can climb this trail for about a half mile and get a splendid overview into town. From the Icicle Inn follow Icicle Road for 1.4 miles and go right at the marked Icicle Ridge Trail. Take a quick left after turning off of Icicle Road and you'll see a large parking area on your right. Find more excellent hikes on the Leavenworth Chamber site by clicking on Washington:
The Alpine Lakes Wilderness is located in the rugged Central Cascades Region of Washington state and is jointly administered by the Wenatchee and Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forests. It encompasses approximately 394,000 acres accessed by 47 trailheads and 615 miles of trails. The Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail traverses the Wilderness from Snoqualmie Pass to Stevens Pass. The name Alpine Lakes takes its origin from the nearly 700 small mountain lakes nestled like jewels among the high rocky peaks and timbered valleys of the region. Its breathtaking beauty and proximity adjacent to the Seattle metropolitan area makes the Alpine Lakes Wilderness one of the most popular natural areas in the Northwest. Over half of Washington state’s population live within a one-hour drive of the Wilderness. You can learn more by calling the Leavenworth Ranger Station
Permit deadline for Cascade wilderness areas moves up
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Miniature Golf
Enzian
Falls Championship Putting Course
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Inner Tube Leavenworth on the Wenatchee River!Phone: 509-548-TUBE Das Sonnenhaus Bldg. Plaza Leavenworth, WA 98826 Cool off in style and enjoy the lazy, late summer water levels of the Wenatchee River! - Affordable self guided deluxe float tube rentals for the entire family. You'll float by the Leavenworth Golf Club, Enchantment Park, Blackbird Island and the Bavarian Village of Leavenworth down to Barn Beach. Open late June through early September, weather and safe water levels permitting. During hot weather and holiday weeks there may be extended hours. |
Horseback Riding and Carriage RidesMountain Springs
Lodge Horse Activities Icicle
Outfitters and Guides Day Trips Eagle
Creek Ranch Horseback Rides Leavenworth Carriage Company 509-421-0679 |
Horse Drawn Wagon RidesMountain Springs
Lodge Horse Activities Red-Tail
Canyon Farm |
MuseumsIn town visit the famous
Nutcracker
Museum
with over 5,000 nutcrackers
for you to view. You will be intrigued with the tiny
nutcracker in the walnut shell, and want to have your picture
taken with Karl, the full sized carved beer drinker from
Oberammergau Audubon
Center and Upper Valley Museum is finalizing details for their
new center in the former Haus Lorelei Bed and Breakfast, a
gracious 100-year old building and 5 acres that overlook the
Wenatchee river from a low bluff at the East end of Waterfront
Park. Please see their calendar of programs for the
Leavenworth area that are currently taking place. Barn
Beach Reserve has replaced the Audubon Center and Upper Valley
Museum in Leavenworth in the former Haus Lorelei Bed and Breakfast.
It will be home to an environmental learning center, an arts
facility, and the Upper Valley Museum at Leavenworth. The
Reserve and an adjacent city park combine to create a protected
greenbelt of more than 50 acres including Blackbird Island. 24 miles-35km to Wenatchee Valleys best kept secret, a gem of a museum,
Wenatchee
Valley Museum and Cultural Center. See the ingenuity of the original
orchardist's in developing harvest equipment, view a replica scale railway
of the valley, experience early native American environments and a variety
of traveling exhibits. |
Art in the ParkExhibits
by renowned professional & amateur artisans are on display in the city
park Thursday through Sunday beginning with Maifest & continuing
summer & fall. |
ShoppingStroll though our European
village and enjoy the Bavarian architecture and unique
shops, coffee roasters, and restaurants. (1/2 mile or .8km) |
Ohme Gardens
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The Ohme family began an incredible project in 1929 which today
has become a garden featured in many national and international
publications.
Rocky Reach Dam
For information contact: Bonnie Brawley Visitor Services Supervisor P.O. Box 1231 Wenatchee, WA 98807-1231 (509) 663-7522 VISITOR FACILITIES The Visitor Center and other facilities are open daily at 8 a.m. from mid-February through the Wednesday before Thanksgiving. Parking and admission are free. Reservations for Rocky Reach picnic shelters can be made beginning Feb. 15 by calling (509) 663-7522. |
Lake Chelan
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Casino60 miles-96km to Mill Bay Casino near Lake Chelan - cards, roulette, slot machines and restaurant. Mill Bay Casino |
Wildflowers
Chelan County plant lists from the Washington State Native Plant Society: www.wnps.org The Burke Museum Field Guide for Washington State plants: Burke Herbarium Useful information and field guide from the Forest Service: Field Guide for Forested Plant Associations of the Wenatchee National Forest Okanogan and Wenatchee National Forest Common-plant-guide.pdf (4.3 mb file) |
Washington Apple CommissionThe Washington Apple Commission Visitors Center in Wenatchee and
Washington's Fruit Place Visitors Center in Yakima, offer an
in-depth look at the state's largest agricultural industry. More
than 3,500 Washington tree fruit growers, from the Canadian border
to the Oregon border, produce billions of pounds of fruit,
including apples, cherries, and soft fruits such as peaches. In
apple production alone, Washington is by far the national leader,
providing more than half the fresh apples eaten in America. |
Blossom Driving Tours
The Valley's are alive with the blossoming of our fruit Orchards. Take a driving tour and enjoy the magnificent views that our valleys provide. See Spring Tours for more information |
Pet Friendly Shopping!A Paw Above is a great place to find unique gifts and treats for your dog or cat including apparel, snacks, and more! See www.apawabove.us for more information |
Visit Washington Farms and Agricultural Tours
From the Beginning of April to
the End of May North Central Washington comes alive with color. This is a beautiful time of the
year to plan a day trip or weekend getaway, and experience the
beauty of the area. While you are here, be sure to visit the many
fruit stands, farms, and wineries that are working hard to bring
you the fresh fruit and vegetables, value added products, and home
town The Cascade Foothills Farmland Association announces the release of its first Ag-Tourism Driving Map with Fruit Stands, Wineries, Retail Outlets, and more! Call 509-548-6784 or e-mail info@visitwashingtonfarms.com for a copy today!
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Cascade Foothills
Farmland Association
services, that are the heart and soul of rural living.
Real Estate and Relocation to Leavenworth
Learn more about living in Leavenworth here on the Leavenworth Chamber of Commerce website. If you're looking to buy other property or a home in Leavenworth and the surrounding area consider visiting with our friends at www.teamhess.com. |
Some
links are courtesy of the Leavenworth Chamber of Commerce Phone: 509 548-5807
Disclaimer: Certain activities described on this web site are provided by persons or organizations not affiliated with the Best Western Icicle Village Resort and are potentially dangerous. River Rafting may involve unavoidable risks including the risk of serious bodily injury and death. All forms of wilderness recreation have a higher level of risk than many ordinary activities. These risks include but are not limited to slips, falls, falling objects, equipment failure, being injured by equipment both properly and improperly used, automobile accidents, insect and animal attacks, accident or illness in remote places, forces of nature, effects of weather, rock fall, icefall, avalanches, falls into crevasses and moats, and other hazards of traveling in mountainous terrain, as well as accidents resulting from fatigue, exercise of poor judgment, and inexperience. Mountain conditions change from day to day and season to season, rendering any information subject to change without warning. Do not trust your personal safety to any information presented here. Safely depends on your own good judgment, based on experience and a realistic assessment of your climbing ability, weather, and route conditions. However, given all of the potential hazards of mountain travel, safety can not be guaranteed even in the exercise of perfect judgment. Those lacking experience should seek professional help, and hire a guide or enroll in an instruction course before venturing into the mountains on their own. The owner and publisher of this web site, the Best Western Icicle Inn , it's employee's, and owners, do not assume any responsibility or liability for your safety. Those who use this information, and those who venture onto mountainous terrain, do so at their own risk.