Wenatchee is the largest city of Chelan County, located in North Central Washington and lies on the west side of the Columbia River. The city is also known as the Apple Capital of the world, due to the valley's apple cultivations.
Wenatchee Crest Trail is located on the Central Cascade Mountain, at the Wenatchee National Forest. It is 6 mi/9 km long (out and back), about five hours walk, with an elevation gain of 400 ft/121 m.
Wenatchee Crest Trail is an easy for all skill levels snowshoeing trail, open from December through late March. It is a good opportunity for beginners to initiate their skills and technique in an easy going trail.
You scroll through dark forest and open meadows with untouched snow and you follow the crest of the Wenatchee Mountains from Blewett Pass Sno-Park. You will also come across a wide variety of plants and animals to observe. Don’t forget to take with you a map and a compass.