Discover Spring and Summer Activities in Wenatchee Valley
Are you searching for a beautiful spot to spend the spring or summer? Look no further than Leavenworth, Washington. Our city in the Pacific Northwest attracts locals and visitors alike for the outdoor adventure, wonderful shopping, delicious food, local vineyards, and a wide variety of German beers. Whether you want to kick back and enjoy views of the North Cascades with a glass of wine in hand or suit up to go whitewater rafting, there are spring and summer activities in Leavenworth, WA, for everyone’s interests!
When you’re ready to start planning your spring or summer getaway, request a copy of our free Leavenworth Vacation Guide. This handy tool is filled with local recommendations for exploring our region at any time of year! It’s the perfect place to begin crafting your Leavenworth itinerary.
Enjoy the Outdoors, Culture, and More in Wenatchee Valley
Spring & Summer Things to Do in Leavenworth:
- Events & Arts
- Outdoor Recreation
- Golfing Near Leavenworth
- Horseback Rides & Hay Rides
- Visitor Centers
1. Events & Arts
Maifest
Maifest is a wonderful month-long event in Leavenworth with activities every weekend to celebrate the turn of the season to spring with a Grand Parade, live entertainment, traditional German dancing, the Village of Flowers, and Art in the Park.
Icicle Creek Center for the Arts
Enjoy some of the best films, plays, musicals, concerts, and dance performances in North Central Washington at the Icicle Creek Center for the Arts. Performances take place at the Snowy Owl Theater, Canyon Wren Recital Hall, and the Meadow Stage, and there’s always something exciting going on this time of year.
- Upcoming Events
- Address: 7409 Icicle Rd, Leavenworth, WA
Leavenworth Summer Theater
Enjoy Leavenworth’s Summer Theater outdoors at the Ski Hill Amphitheater in Leavenworth or the Leavenworth Festhalle. Productions begin in early June and typically feature three plays.
Leavenworth Nutcracker Museum
The Leavenworth Nutcracker Museum is the only all-nutcracker museum in the United States. This attraction showcases over 9,000 nutcrackers spanning from the 15th century to present day. If you happen to be in town on the last Saturday of June, don’t miss Nutcracker Day—an all-day celebration featuring a nutcracker-making competition, drawing contest, live music, and free raffle drawings every half hour. The event is free to attend, so mark your calendars and be sure to grab a photo with Karl, the 6-foot Mouse King!
- Address: 735 Front Street, Leavenworth WA
Wenatchee Valley Museum & Cultural Center
This cultural center and museum offers programs and exhibits focused on history, natural history, and the art and cultural heritage of the people of North Central Washington. See exhibits on things like the Great Missoula Flood, indigenous cultures, and western explorers who carved out a home in this once-wild wilderness. The museum is open Tuesday to Saturday from 10 AM to 4 PM.
- Address: 127 S. Mission St – Wenatchee, WA
Locally renowned professional and amateur artisans have been showcasing their work at Leavenworth City Park since 1966. If you’re visiting this summer through fall, be sure to check out the incredible pieces. The event occurs every weekend from the first weekend May through the second weekend of October.
2. Outdoor Recreation
Ohme Gardens County Park
Ohme Gardens County Park is a nationally acclaimed nine-acre alpine garden perched atop a rocky bluff above the Columbia River. Here, you can explore stone pathways, pools, waterfalls, and, best of all, jaw-dropping views! Open April – October.
- Address: 3327 Ohme Road, Wenatchee, WA
Bird Watching
Pine River Ranch is a wonderful site for bird watching! Each suite comes complete with bird-watching guidebooks and binoculars for you to roam around our nature trail and spot more than 30 species, including bald eagles, osprey, kingfishers, orioles, and more!
Leavenworth National Fish Hatchery
One local hotspot that makes it easy to enjoy a variety of outdoor activities in one place is the Leavenworth National Fish Hatchery. Once the largest fish hatchery in the world, this Leavenworth attraction is now frequented by visitors and locals alike for its wide array of activities and fantastic events. You can take a tour, visit the nursery to see the Chinook salmon spawn, or attend an educational event to learn about other unique wildlife in the area.
- Address: 12790 Fish Hatchery Road, Leavenworth, WA
Leavenworth Hiking Trails
There is a great one-mile loop right out the back door of your suite here at Pine River Ranch and more than 22 acres to explore, including riverfront access to Nason Creek.
If you are looking for more vigorous hikes, you can also visit our Walks, Hiking & Biking page.
Wenatchee National Forest
This national forest consists of 2.2 million acres and approximately seven wilderness areas. There are more than 2,500 miles of recreational trails for you to explore. We also have an easy nature trail that winds through our property for a leisurely stroll to Nason Creek, or we can direct you to great trails that are just a short drive away!
Lake Wenatchee State Park
Lake Wenatchee State Park is one mile from Pine River Ranch and spans 489 acres with 13 feet of shoreline. Here, you can golf, horseback ride, hike, enjoy the beach, or play in the beautiful Lake Wenatchee!
Fishing & Hunting
Leavenworth, rich in waterways, is a fantastic place to fish. Discover our favorite places to cast a line at the link above! Mule deer, turkey, and grouse/quail hunting are also available.
Check with the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife for information and details about hunting season.
Osprey River Rafting
Osprey River Rafting is the leader in local river rafting. Your excursion includes wetsuits, booties, a shuttle to and from the river, as well as a mid-trip riverside lunch on the Wenatchee River.
Rock Climbing
There are a few activity and equipment rental providers for rock climbing in Leavenworth. Our area is home to some popular rock faces! In the summer, you can normally see rock climbers from the highway while driving between Pine River Ranch and Leavenworth.
3. Golfing Near Leavenworth
Kahler Glen Golf Course
This premier golf course is just a few miles north of Pine River Ranch. Here, you can play an 18–hole course, tee off at the marine driving range, or practice your short game on the putting green.
- Par: 70
- Yardage: ~5,900
- Rating: 69.1
Desert Canyon Golf Resort
Desert Canyon Golf Resort consistently ranks among the top public courses in Washington. Designed by Jack Frei, it’s open seasonally from spring through late fall, closing in November.
- Par: 72
- Yardage: 7,285
- Rating: 76.3
Leavenworth Golf Club
Open since 1927, this 18-hole public course in Leavenworth offers great views of the Wenatchee River and surrounding foothills.
- Par: 71
- Yardage: 5,746
- Rating: 68.2
Highlander Golf Club
An 18-hole public golf course in East Wenatchee with outstanding views of the Columbia River.
- Par: 70
- Yardage: 5,864
- Rating: 68.3
Enzian Falls Championship Putting Course
Enzian Falls is a beautifully maintained putting course on Highway 2. Don’t worry about packing your clubs, either, as all your equipment is provided! Work on your putting and be sure to say hello to the neighboring goats while you’re out! As a putting course, it’s more like grown-up mini golf, offering a great opportunity for the whole family to enjoy time on the greens. Par is low, with most holes being a par-2 or par-3.
Icicle Village Miniature Golf
Traveling with kids? Searching for a fun date night activity? Look no further than a round of mini-golf at Icicle Village! Open 7 days a week, it’s only $15 per round for visitors and is loads of fun.
4. Horseback Rides & Hay Rides
Icicle Outfitters
Explore the beauty of the Cascade Mountains on horseback. Icicle Outfitters offers summer trail rides and pack trips.
Eagle Creek Ranch
Ride a beautiful horse along the refreshing trails of the Eagle Creek area, Wenatchee National Forest, with the company of a friendly guide. It’s a great way to connect with yourself and nature!
5. Visitor Centers
Rocky Reach Dam Discovery Center
Located along Highway 97-A, this discovery center boasts the Wenatchee Interpretive Museum, a fish ladder, a fish-viewing room, and a café and gift shop.
Washington Apple Commission Visitors Center & Gift Shop
Try delicious samples of Wenatchee apples! Here, you can also discover interactive displays that cover the apple growing process. Learn about apple blossom pollination, orchard cultivation, and more. You can also shop for unique gifts!
Explore Spring & Summer Activities in Leavenworth, WA for Yourself
When you’re ready to start planning your spring or summer trip to Leavenworth, let Pine River Ranch help! Request our free Leavenworth Vacation Guide for more local insight, or check our availability to reserve the suite of your dreams at our Leavenworth, WA, bed and breakfast!