Leavenworth is a Bavarian-styled village in the Cascade Mountains in Washington and it is an absolute winter wonderland. Winter adventures and serious good times are waiting for you just a couple hours from Seattle. We jumped in the Do206 Carter Subaru and took a drive along Highway 2 and put together for your viewing pleasure.
What To Do In Leavenworth
Eat All The Candy
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If you have a sweet tooth you are going to enjoy Leavenworth. On your way into town The Alps Candy store should be your first stop. Once in town the The Taffy Shop, Village Alps, Rocky Mountain Chocolate, Schocolat, and the Fudge Hut & Garnishes Boutique are all waiting you.
Explore The Snowy Trails
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The walk along the waterfront Park Trail in Leavenworth is a great way burn off all of the brawts, beers, and sweets you might consume. The trail also offers some stunning views of the Wenatchee River and the forests surrounding Leavenworth. The trail is about a 3-mile roundtrip and very easy! We saw people walking, riding bikes, and cross country skiing while we wandered the trail. Learn More
Go Sledding OR Tubing
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You can sled down the small hill in the Front Street Park of Leavenworth (pictured above), but if you want to step up your sledding experience, venture to the Lake Wenatchee State Park or Leavenworth Winter Sports Club right out side of town. Learn More
Eat All The Brats And Pretzels
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We had to stop and get a pretzel and brawt from Munchen Haus. Multiple times. Even if there is a line it's worth the wait! Bring your appetite for the BIG "BOB" Bratwurst, Helga's Giant Kelbassi, veggie wurst, warm Bavarian pretzels, potato salad, and more. Munchen Haus also offers a great selection of rotating northwest craft beers along with selected imports. Prost! Learn more
Enjoy The Local Beer
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Icicle Brewing Company is a rustic brew pub serving share plates, snacks, and fresh brews! The Leavenworth brewery uses water from Icicle Creek, located less than a mile away from Leavenworth. Their hops, malted barley, and yeast are also locally sourced ingredients, and you can taste it. Weekend brewery tours are available also. Learn more
Go Skiing At Stevens Pass
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Stevens pass is just a little over a 40 minute drive from the town of Leavenworth. Located at the crest of the Cascade Mountain Range the cool air often drifts from the eastern slope of the range through the Stevens Pass area, keeping the snow relatively dry. Stevens Pass has been keeping it real in the Cascades for 80 years and it is our favorite place to ski and/or snowboard! Learn more and Get A Powder Pack
Check The Roads & Find Somewhere To Stay
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It's always a good idea to check the mountain passes, road conditions, and traffic alerts before you leave on your next adventure. We have gotten stuck on both sides of the mountain passes before. It's always a good idea to bring snacks and water just in case. When it comes to lodging in Leavenworth we listed a couple places we have stayed in the past and searching Airbnb and VRBO is very a good look!
That is just a brief overview of what you can do in Leavenworth and we hope this helps you plan your next trip. If you have any ideas to add to our guide don't hesitate to reach out at [email protected]
