The trail climbs through shaded forests and wildflower meadows with beautiful views of Mt. Stuart. A nice hike to escape the heat of summer, the lake is a great swimming option for those needing to cool off from the climb. Maps....Read More...
Spiders and Solutions by Andy Dappen Her friends and her husband have told her she needs to do the hike to Spider Meadows and Spider Gap. “It’s a regional classic,” they tell her. There was a time when she could...Read More...
The Good. Sage Hills or Saddle Rock? Which of these parcels of undeveloped hills flanking Wenatchee to the west offer the best hikes, mountain bike rides, and trail runs? It’s a contentious debate, but my money is on the Sage...Read More...
In addition to being a great wildflower hike in the spring, this uncrowded trail also offers a steep climb and a good workout. Maps: View our topo map below for more information. Note: use ‘Print Preview’ before printing to properly scale...Read More...
Trip Participants (left to right): Michael Colpitts, Chester Marler, Ann Fink Marler, and Lloyd Berry Chelan Mountains Adventure Article and photos by Earl Tilly A long awaited high county adventure finally happened. Ever since I read Chester Marler’s book, East of the...Read More...
Excellent views of Lake Chelan and the surrounding area. Maps: View our topo map below for more information. Note: use ‘Print Preview’ before printing to properly scale this map to a full sheet of paper. Activity: Hiking Nearest Town: Stehekin...Read More...
This scenic ridge separates the North Fork Entiat and South Fork Pyramid Creek valleys. The south approach to the ridge is a good early season hike, with slopes melted out clear to the ridgetop. Several blowdowns across the trail would...Read More...
Low on McKinstry Ridge, looking up at Goman Ridge. Point 3641’ (Goman Ridge) by Charlie Hickenbottom Unheralded Goman Ridge deserves a little more attention as a viewpoint and hiking destination. A bit north of Entiat, this north/south ridge separates tributaries...Read More...
This curious high point is best enjoyed in the spring when the wildflowers are blooming. April and May are best, but a few smaller varieties are already blooming in March. The terrain drops in all directions from the summit, but...Read More...
A ridge hike you can easily make shorter or longer than the description described below. On clear days, hikers will have views of Nason Ridge, the Wenatchee Mountains, Mt. Stuart, and Mt. Rainier. Pictures and picture captions provided by Charlie...Read More...
