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City in Washington, United States
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Wenatchee, "The Apple Capital of the World", is a city of about 35,000 people in the North Central Cascades of Washington State. It sits at the confluence of the Wenatchee and Columbia Rivers, and is a popular destination for outdoor adventurers and enthusiasts looking for a refreshing getaway.
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A steep and rocky bluff overlooking the city and the Columbia River, purchased by Herman Ohme in 1929 and incrementally transformed into a tree-filled garden with ponds, waterfalls, overlooks and over 1 mi of stone-paved walking paths.
Rocky Reach Discovery Center
The project provides energy for more than 7 million people throughout the Pacific Northwest. The visitor center shows films describing the Columbia River. The "Look a Salmon in the Eye" exhibit is a fish viewing room. The Powerhouse includes exhibits on the fourth floor.
Exhibits on the history of the apple industry
a 10 mile walk along the Columbia River waterfront of Wenatchee and East Wenatchee
Also home to the Stanley Civic Center, and Numerica Performing Arts Center
Mission Ridge has six lifts providing access to of terrain. It receives an average of of snowfall and over 300 sunny days each year.
The 249 acres park offers hiking, mountain biking and cross-country ski trails, group camping, birdwatching, and wildlife viewing.
The park consists of 197 acres spanning the Wenatchee River at its confluence with the Columbia River. Park offerings include camping, boating, fishing, swimming, and various sports activities.
Historic 2.6-mile trail with an elevation gain of 885 feet.
Heated outdoor pool, hot tub, business center, meeting space, laundry facilities. Microwaves, refrigerators and wi-fi in rooms, breakfast included, pets welcome, handicap-accessible rooms available. No extra charge for kids 17 and under staying with an adult.
Open, airy marketplace featuring local farm goods, artisanal foods, restaurants & specialty shops. It is also the same location for the Wenatchee Farmers Market from May through December.
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Driving is the most common way to get into and around town from the surrounding regions.
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