Wenatchee River Valley
Cashmere, Lake Wenatchee, Leavenworth, Plain, Stevens Pass and Wenatchee
Visitors who want to enjoy a season of frolicking in the snow in the Wenatchee River Valley are limited only by their imagination. With an average snowfall of 150 inches in the Leavenworth area, you don’t have to travel far for a day full of winter activities. The many ski resorts, sno-parks, recreational forests and designated private lands provide invigorating challenges to those who enjoy spending a morning, afternoon or evening in the crisp winter air under the backdrop of the majestic Cascade Mountain Range.
Stevens Pass
SKIING
Stevens Pass is located on the crest of the Cascade Range. Stevens receives approximately 450 inches of snow annually, covering 1,125 acres of skiable terrain including 37 major runs, numerous bowls, glades and faces. The ski resort provides a variety of challenges for every age and skill level. Normal hours of operation are 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. Thursday through Monday, and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday, conditions permitting. Spring operations begin in mid-March with operating hours changing to 9 a.m to 4 p.m. Three lodges with a host of restaurants offer a break from the cold to enjoy a cup of hot chocolate, or tantalize your taste buds with a fare from tacos and pizza to a complete sit down pub. A Nordic skiing area with miles of quiet secluded trails for cross country and snowshoeing are also available at Stevens Pass for those who want to get away from the hustle and bustle of the alpine and snowboard area. For information on snow conditions, season passes and lodging accommodations call 206-634-1645 or visit the Stevens Pass website at www. stevenspass.com
Leavenworth Ski Hill
Whether it’s tubing, cross-country skiing on groomed trails, downhill skiing, ski jumping and snowshoeing, the Leavenworth Winter Sports Club provides winter recreation for all ages and abilities. The Lt. Michael Adams Tubing Park and lift is a source of recreation providing fun for the entire family. The ski hill also provides downhill skiing accessible by two rope tows, ski jumping facilities and a historic lodge with food service. The 26 kilometers of beautifully groomed cross-country trails in and around the town of Leavenworth offer a variety of terrain for the beginner to the expert, classic or skate skier. Cross-country ski instruction is available daily. Call 509-548-5477 or visit the Leavenworth Winter Sports Club website at www.skileavenworth.com for hours of operation, rates, events, maps and other information.
Mission Ridge
Mission Ridge Ski and Snowboard Resort in Wenatchee is Washington state's most distinctive winter playground for skiing and snowboarding. Nestled on the sunny side of the Cascades, only 12 miles from Wenatchee, Wash.; Mission Ridge has been labeled not only as a local favorite, but a resort that offers a unique and attractive setting for visitors. Hosting a 2,000 acre playground, Mission Ridge offers a diverse selection of terrain and winter activities that will satisfy anything from family fun to the most advanced skiing and snowboarding. Call 509-663-6543.
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The brave test the chilly waters of Lake Wenatchee at Jim Sofie’s Polar Bear Winter Group Dip on New Year’s Day 2011.
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