East Wenatchee Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Panorama of Wenatchee and East Wenatchee from Saddle Rock trail
Panorama of Wenatchee and East Wenatchee from Saddle Rock trail
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 featuring mountains, railway items and a lake or waterhole
Cedars Inn

Cedars Inn

3 out of 5
80 Ninth Street NE East Wenatchee WA
The price is ฿2,231 per night from 19 Mar to 20 Mar
฿2,231
฿2,506 total
19 Mar - 20 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in East Wenatchee. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,317 reviews)
Love the pool and hot tub open 24 hours a day!!!! We went in twice and were the only people, great temperature hot tub! Pool a little chilly but was nice overall

Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026

Cedars Inn
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Wenatchee

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Wenatchee

3 out of 5
201 Valley Mall Parkway East Wenatchee WA
The price is ฿3,442 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
฿3,442
฿3,929 total
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf hotel in East Wenatchee. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
The room was nice, and location was safe.

Reviewed on 27 Feb 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
The price is ฿2,014 per night from 12 Mar to 13 Mar
฿2,014
฿2,262 total
12 Mar - 13 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in East Wenatchee. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (916 reviews)
Jay at the counter had me checked in and ready to relax in record time. Great personality and super helpful. The room was fresh and clean. Slept soundly with no disturbances or noise. Breakfast in the morning (biscuits w/ gravy) hit the spot. Will stay there again! Highly recommend. Thank you ...

Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026

SureStay Hotel by Best Western Wenatchee
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Bavarian Lodge Suites

Bavarian Lodge Suites

4 out of 5
827 Front St Leavenworth WA
Stay at this aparthotel in Leavenworth. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and in-room massages. Popular attractions Front Street Park and Leavenworth Nutcracker ...
Bavarian Lodge Suites
Desert Canyon Golf Resort

Desert Canyon Golf Resort

4 out of 5
1030 Desert Canyon Blvd Orondo WA
Stay at this golf aparthotel in Orondo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Desert Canyon Golf Resort and Daroga State Park ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (20 reviews)
Most of our stay no staff was available. So many things did not work in our room. The microwave has a horrible squeal, fireplace had gas turned off and did not work. Our shower would only pull half water out the shower and the other half in the tub. I let them know that on day 1 and nothing was done. ...

Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025

Desert Canyon Golf Resort
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Popular places to visit

Outstanding aerial photography of picturesque Lincoln Rock State Park and beautiful Lake Entiat and Swakane Canyon in Douglas County East Wenatchee Washington State

Lincoln Rock State Park

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Lincoln Rock State Park during your travels in East Wenatchee? Stroll along this family-friendly area's riverfront or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Lincoln Rock State Park

Martin Scott Winery

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Martin Scott Winery during your travels to East Wenatchee. Amble around this family-friendly area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Martin Scott Winery

Highlander Golf Course

Enjoy a round of golf in East Wenatchee at Highlander Golf Course. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.

Highlander Golf Course

Things to do

Year-Round Private Columbia River Boat Cruise

Year-Round Private(2 Per. Min) Columbia River Boat Cruise & Drift

฿4,595
per adult
Year-Round Private(2 Per. Min) Columbia River Boat Cruise & Drift
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Cities near East Wenatchee

Wenatchee showing tranquil scenes, mountains and a river or creek

Wenatchee

Aerial drone view of Columbia River by Maplecreek and the waterfront of Orondo in Washington State

Orondo