What to do and see in Wenatchee, Washington (WA): The Best Outdoor Activities

September 30, 2021 Brandee Mangan

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
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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. Axe Bliss Axe Throwing

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Axe Bliss Axe Throwing

Come experience axe throwing! It's easy to learn and easy to get hooked on! Professional axe coaches to teach you how to throw. Everything is designed with safety in mind and it's so much fun to do! Be sure to book your lane ahead to guarantee your spot!

3. Mission Ridge Ski and Board Resort

7500 Mission Ridge Rd, Wenatchee, WA 98801-8817 +1 509-663-6543 [email protected] http://www.missionridge.com
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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.

4. Saddle Rock Trail

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

Saddle Rock Trail

5. Jet Boat Excursions

Jet Boat Excursions

I'm Wiley and I have been in the charter boat and boat tour industry since I was 14. I started as a deck hand and eventually became licensed and operate my own tours now.

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