East Wenatchee, WA

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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 showing a lake or waterhole, mountains and railway items
Wenatchee - Lake Chelan featuring railway items, mountains and a lake or waterhole
Cedars Inn

Cedars Inn

3 out of 5
80 Ninth Street NE East Wenatchee WA
El preu és de 67 € per nit entre els dies 16 de febr. i 17 de febr..
67 €
16 de febr. - 17 de febr.
taxes i impostos inclosos
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in East Wenatchee. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1.255 opinions)
Have stayed here many times. Always clean with excellent breakfast.

Opinió del dia 2 de febr. de 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
El preu és de 97 € per nit entre els dies 22 de febr. i 23 de febr..
97 €
22 de febr. - 23 de febr.
taxes i impostos inclosos
Book a stay at this golf hotel in East Wenatchee. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1.000 opinions)
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.

Opinió del dia 22 de gen. de 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
El preu és de 57 € per nit entre els dies 22 de febr. i 23 de febr..
57 €
22 de febr. - 23 de febr.
taxes i impostos inclosos
Stay at this hotel in East Wenatchee. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8,2/10 Very Good! (902 opinions)
It was a great experience. Easy check in

Opinió del dia 1 de febr. de 2026

SureStay Hotel by Best Western Wenatchee
El preu més baix per nit que s’ha trobat en les últimes 24 hores per a una estada d’1 nit per a 2 adults. Els preus i la disponibilitat estan subjectes a canvis. Pot ser que s’apliquin condicions addicionals.
Beautiful central downtown condo close to everything! Sun&Ski Condo

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

Leavenworth WA
Stay at this condo in Leavenworth. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and balconies. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
10/10 Exceptional! (464 opinions)
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!

Opinió del dia 4 de febr. de 2026

Beautiful central downtown condo close to everything! Sun&Ski Condo
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
Stay at this chalet in Leavenworth. Enjoy private pools, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Icicle Ridge Trailhead and Leavenworth Golf Club ...
9,4/10 Exceptional! (127 opinions)
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 ...

Opinió del dia 13 de gen. de 2026

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

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

Manson WA
Stay at this vacation home in Manson. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions C.R. Sandidge Winery and Fromaggio Artisan Cheese ...
10/10 Exceptional! (120 opinions)
Our 2nd time staying, was just as enjoyable as our first! Very cozy

Opinió del dia 27 de gen. de 2026

Lake Chelan Getaway! Private hottub! Stargazing & an amazing Lake Chelan view!
El preu més baix per nit que s’ha trobat en les últimes 24 hores per a una estada d’1 nit per a 2 adults. Els preus i la disponibilitat estan subjectes a canvis. Pot ser que s’apliquin condicions addicionals.

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