East Wenatchee

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Living in the middle of a rainforest for the last  three decades has made me a huge fan of -- the desert.  Actually, anywhere east of the Cascades where the predominant climate veers towards the dry and ascetic, and the colors come in ranges and not a single verdant hue.

Don't get me wrong, I do not think I could live without the mountains and the forests and the alpine meadows.  It's just that, come winter, the sponge-bath they provide can become a little wearisome.

If you want the colors of the desert and the high plains, head East from the mountains and you won't have far to travel.  The general demarcation point in Washington for that switch in climate is probably Wenatchee.  It's a pleasant town, with all the amenities, and East Wenatchee is its next-door neighbor.

As you can see from this view, the landscape has completely transformed from the wetter, greener, and more mountainous terrain in the West to the austere pattern you see here.

There are plenty of places to hike on this side of the Cascades, including a set of very respectable mountain peaks.  But the sun actually makes an appearnce from time to time in the winter months.  And a face full of sunshine can change your outlook almost in an instant.
Living in the middle of a rainforest for the last  three decades has made me a huge fan of -- the desert.  Actually, anywhere east of the Cascades where the predominant climate veers towards the dry and ascetic, and the colors come in ranges and not a single verdant hue.

Don't get me wrong, I do not think I could live without the mountains and the forests and the alpine meadows.  It's just that, come winter, the sponge-bath they provide can become a little wearisome.

If you want the colors of the desert and the high plains, head East from the mountains and you won't have far to travel.  The general demarcation point in Washington for that switch in climate is probably Wenatchee.  It's a pleasant town, with all the amenities, and East Wenatchee is its next-door neighbor.

As you can see from this view, the landscape has completely transformed from the wetter, greener, and more mountainous terrain in the West to the austere pattern you see here.

There are plenty of places to hike on this side of the Cascades, including a set of very respectable mountain peaks.  But the sun actually makes an appearnce from time to time in the winter months.  And a face full of sunshine can change your outlook almost in an instant.
Winter closes in on the head of Lake Chelan at Stehekin. The Lake level is 22 feet below summer time levels for electrical generation purposes.
Wenatchee - Lake Chelan toont een meer of poel, bergen en spoorwegen
Wenatchee - Lake Chelan inclusief een meer of poel, bergen en spoorwegen
Cedars Inn

Cedars Inn

3 out of 5
80 Ninth Street NE East Wenatchee WA
De prijs is € 67 per nacht van 16 feb tot 17 feb
€ 67
16 feb - 17 feb
inclusief belastingen en toeslagen
Verblijf bij dit hotel voor zakenreizigers in East Wenatchee. Geniet van gratis ontbijt, gratis wifi en gratis parkeerplaatsen. Onze gasten zijn in hun beoordelingen ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1.300 beoordelingen)
Have stayed here many times. Always clean with excellent breakfast.

Beoordeeld op 2 feb 2026

Cedars Inn
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Wenatchee

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Wenatchee

2.5 out of 5
201 Valley Mall Parkway East Wenatchee WA
De prijs is € 97 per nacht van 22 feb tot 23 feb
€ 97
22 feb - 23 feb
inclusief belastingen en toeslagen
Verblijf bij dit hotel voor golfers in East Wenatchee. Geniet van gratis ontbijt, gratis wifi en gratis parkeerplaatsen. Onze gasten zijn in hun beoordelingen ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1.000 beoordelingen)
It’s clean, it’s convenient. It’s 10 minutes to the airport so it’s an excellent place to stay if you’ve got to catch a 5 AM plane out of paying born airport.

Beoordeeld op 22 jan 2026

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Wenatchee
SureStay Hotel by Best Western Wenatchee

SureStay Hotel by Best Western Wenatchee

2.5 out of 5
580 Valley Mall Parkway East Wenatchee WA
De prijs is € 54 per nacht van 20 feb tot 21 feb
€ 54
20 feb - 21 feb
inclusief belastingen en toeslagen
Verblijf bij dit hotel in East Wenatchee. Geniet van gratis ontbijt, gratis wifi en gratis parkeerplaatsen. Onze gasten zijn in hun beoordelingen erg positief ...
8,2/10 Very Good! (902 beoordelingen)
Ligging centraal ten opzichte van Northern Cascades en Spokane. Goede pauzestop met voldoende comfort.

Beoordeeld op 8 sep 2019

SureStay Hotel by Best Western Wenatchee
Laagste prijs per nacht gevonden in de afgelopen 24 uur op basis van een verblijf van 1 nacht voor 2 volwassenen. Prijzen en beschikbaarheid kunnen altijd wijzigen. Mogelijk gelden er extra voorwaarden.
Beautiful central downtown condo close to everything! Sun&Ski Condo

Beautiful central downtown condo close to everything! Sun&Ski Condo

Leavenworth WA
Verblijf bij dit appartement in Leavenworth. Geniet van gratis wifi, een wasserij en een balkon. Onze gasten zijn in hun beoordelingen erg positief over het ...
10/10 Exceptional! (464 beoordelingen)
Most everything you'll need in the unit. The host Sarah worked with us on an issue not related to the unit & she was extremely helpful!

Beoordeeld op 4 feb 2026

Beautiful central downtown condo close to everything! Sun&Ski Condo
Lake Chelan Getaway! Private hottub! Stargazing & an amazing Lake Chelan view!

Lake Chelan Getaway! Private hottub! Stargazing & an amazing Lake Chelan view!

Manson WA
Verblijf bij dit vakantiehuis in Manson. Geniet van gratis wifi, een tuin en een wasserij. De populaire attracties C.R. Sandidge Winery en Fromaggio Artisan ...
10/10 Exceptional! (121 beoordelingen)
This was our second time staying here, and it was just as nice as the previous stay. It is so well furnished and the hosts are very prompt and welcoming.

Beoordeeld op 7 feb 2026

Lake Chelan Getaway! Private hottub! Stargazing & an amazing Lake Chelan view!
Chalet @ Icicle Creek -  Free night promo, please read promo in full below**

Chalet @ Icicle Creek - Free night promo, please read promo in full below**

Leavenworth WA
Verblijf bij deze chalet in Leavenworth. Geniet van privézwembaden, een tuin en een wasserij. De populaire attracties Icicle Ridge Trailhead en Leavenworth Golf ...
9,4/10 Exceptional! (128 beoordelingen)
Owner called to greet us and give a lay of the land- appreciated the personal touch as we drove to property. Well equipped, cozy, and saw lots of wildlife out the big windows. We walked down to Icicle Creek Canyon, great opportunity to unwind and relax. We were 4 families scheduled to go, but ended ...

Beoordeeld op 13 jan 2026

Chalet @ Icicle Creek - Free night promo, please read promo in full below**
Laagste prijs per nacht gevonden in de afgelopen 24 uur op basis van een verblijf van 1 nacht voor 2 volwassenen. Prijzen en beschikbaarheid kunnen altijd wijzigen. Mogelijk gelden er extra voorwaarden.

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