Cascades Rock

Things to know
Blake Herrington has created a book called Cascades Rock which has now been published and is for sale. The book covers everything from popular roadside climbs to never-repeated alpine adventures. Below are excerpts and pictures from his book so that you may get... Read More...

Ancient Lake-Fred & Franks Loop

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Ancient Lake-Fred & Franks Loop by Andy Dappen I was introduced to this super-scenic route and the complex terrain around the many lakes and ponds surrounding Ancient Lake area (fed by Columbia Basin irrigation water) by friends Fred Rose and... Read More...

Lake Wenatchee-Kiteboarding

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Article by Kim Anderson and Zach Lodato. Photos by Judy and Mark Millette. Lake Wenatchee is a hidden gem in the kiteboarding world — clear water, strong winds, a decent launch, and gorgeous scenery all make for an excellent alpine-lake... Read More...

Bald Jim Tour via Hatchery

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Bald Jim Tour via Hatchery by Tom Janisch Big Jim Mountain off Icicle Ridge once harbored three glaciers, each flowing into Tumwater Canyon. Furthermore, the peak is visible from Wenatchee, so a ski tour up this once-glaciated temptress beckoned. On... Read More...

Jim Hill & Arrowhead Mountain

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Attractions. These are two good backcountry skiing (or snowshoeing) peaks near Stevens Pass that can be climbed from the same entry point. Do either of these peaks as a medium-length day– or bag them both for a longer adventure. Jim... Read More...

Ancient Lake & Dusty Lake

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  This trail travels through beautiful shrub sage country and offers nice views over the Columbia River. Scenic irrigation seepage lakes rimmed by rust-colored basalt walls, abundant bird life, and some good fishing are additional attractions of the the lakes. Maps:  Ancient... Read More...

Alpine Lookout Via Nason Ridge

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This hike takes you to one of the last manned (womaned?) lookouts in the state. The lookout appears to be recently upgraded, although it was closed for the season when we were there in October of 2006. Nine Mile Saddle... Read More...

The Axis of Skiing

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The Axis of Skiing-by John Plotz Ever since I started ski touring around the Eightmile Road corridor, Peak 7550′ has always been in view with its impressive north aspect. Sharp ridges are interspersed with couloirs, most of which end in... Read More...

“Loop Trail” (Apple Capital Loop Trail)

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The Loop is Wenatchee’s most famous hike/bike trail. Along the western bank of Wenatchee’s riverfront, the paved trail follows a series of riverside parks along the Columbia River. Next, the trail crosses the Odabashian Bridge (Highway 97) on the northside... Read More...

Save the Wenatchee River Waterfront

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Save the Wenatchee River Waterfront by Mike Sorensen and the group “Save the Peshastin Mill Site Waterfront” When was the last time you visited a Wenatchee riverfront area that was still serene and peaceful, a place where you could walk,... Read More...

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