There is so much to see and do in Leavenworth. Whether you're just looking to make getting around town a little easier, or you're wanting to see more of what the area has to offer, there is something for everyone and every skill level. Leavenworth also has a diverse local business community that provides a variety of tours, must-sees and gotta-dos.

While you are here, help us minimize impacts to wildlife and neighbors. There are a couple ways you can help us ensure that we can all experience the beauty of Leavenworth safely for years to come:

  • Be mindful of those around you and uphold proper trail, water and road etiquette;
  • Clean up after yourself and your pets;
  • Be respectful of all signage and land use requirements;
  • Know before you go. Plan your trip, know water and/ or trail conditions. 
  • Only park in designated parking spots
  • And most importantly....HAVE FUN!

To learn more about how you can recreate safely and responsibly while in Leavenworth: Helpful Hints for River Recreation- https://youtu.be/8GL1oJUb7ik  and Helpful Hints for Trail Recreation- https://youtu.be/MESCuawXEhg

Popular Places to Bike

  • Skip the hassle of trying to find and pay for parking. There are a number of bike racks to secure your rental to while you explore downtown at your own pace. For a list of local shops and restaurants, check out the Chamber's website at https://leavenworth.org/

    Skill Level: Any

    Terrain: Pavement

    Distance: Any

  • Enchantment Park offers a network of walking and biking trails accessed right from downtown. Trip length can vary to suite your needs. https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/hikes/enchantment-park

    Skill Level: Any, Leisure

    Terrain: Pavement, loose gravel, dirt

    Distance: Any, Loop ~ 2-miles

  • Blackbird Island can be accessed via the Enchantment Park trail network of walking and biking trails accessed right from downtown. Trip length can vary to suite your needs. https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/hikes/blackbird-island-waterfront-park

    Skill Level: Any, Leisure

    Terrain: Pavement, loose gravel, dirt

    Distance: Any, Loop ~ 2-miles

  • Leavenworth Ski Hill offers a variety of biking and hiking trails for all skill levels and is only about a mile from downtown. Ride your e-bike up and grab a snack or a cold beverage in the lodge!

    10701 Ski Hill Dr, Leavenworth, WA 98826

    https://skileavenworth.com/activities/bike-trails

    Skill Level: Any, Leisure to Downhill Mountain Biking

    Terrain: Loose gravel, dirt, bark, rocks, roots etc.

    Distance: Any, various trails ranging from 1-7+ miles

Popular Places to SUP

Please be aware that float times vary depending on flows and time of year. Always plan ahead, stay alert to water levels and changing conditions. Know your take out location and wear a life jacket. Not all beaches are public, please be respectful of signage and neighboring properties. 

https://www.visitchelancounty.com/video-tours/stand-up-paddle-boarding-in-leavenworth-wa

  • Put in: Icicle Bridge ( Near 8801 Icicle Rd, Leavenworth, WA 98826)

    Take Out: East Leavenworth Road Public Boat Launch- River Right

    Distance: Approximately 2-Miles

    Water Type: River- Combination Flat and Riffle

  • Put in: Leavenworth National Fish Hatchery (12790 Fish Hatchery Road, Leavenworth WA 98826)

    * Be mindful of Hatchery Closures*

    Take Out: East Leavenworth Road Public Boat Launch- River Right

    Distance: Approximately 4-Miles

    Water Type: River- Combination Flat and Riffle

  • Put in/ Take out: Lake Wenatchee State Park, South Shore Day-use Recreation Area

    Distance: Any

    Water Type: Lake- generally flat unless windy/waves

  • Put in/ Take out: Fish Lake 

    22494 Chiwawa Loop Road, Leavenworth, WA 98826

    Distance: Any

    Water Type: Lake- generally flat unless windy/waves

Additional Resources

Lake Wenatchee State Park

Lake Wenatchee offers miles of picturesque paddleboarding and biking access and is a must see when you are in Leavenworth.

21588 State Route 207, Leavenworth WA 98826

parks.wa.gov/535/Lake-Wenatchee

Leavenworth Ski Hill

Leavenworth Ski Hill offers a variety of biking and hiking trails for all skill levels and is only about a mile from downtown. Ride your e-bike up and grab a snack or a cold beverage in the lodge!

10701 Ski Hill Dr, Leavenworth, WA 98826

https://skileavenworth.com/activities/bike-trails

Leavenworth National Fish Hatchery

The Leavenworth National Fish Hatchery is open daily year-round and offers a network of biking and hiking trails and is a popular put-in for paddleboarding the Icicle River.

12790 Fish Hatchery Road, Leavenworth WA 98826

fws.gov/fish-hatchery/leavenworth

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