Lake Chelan Resorts & Activities

Life is different here. Relax. It's easy here at Best Western Lakeside Lodge and Suites, just steps from the shore of Lake Chelan. And come explore beautiful Chelan, Washington - no skyscrapers. No freeways. No hurry. Here, the fun and solitude of Lake Chelan combine with a high desert climate featuring 300 days of sunshine per year. Golf, waterslides, hang gliding, nearly two dozen local vineyards, snowmobiling, downhill & cross country skiing... it's all here!

Activities at the resort:

Best Western Lakeside Lodge and Suites is adjacent to Lakeside Park, with 400 yards of public sandy beach, a playground, basketball and volleyball courts, picnic areas and more.

Chelan activities:The charm of Chelan, Washington makes you feel at home, but the fun is broad and diverse year-round!

Snowmobiling: Best Western Lakeside Lodge and Suites is within minutes of hundreds of miles of groomed snowmobile trails. This is the No. 1 snowmobiling region in Washington state!

Water sports:

Take a leisurely lake cruise to the remote community of Stehekin, deep in the Cascades. It's great for viewing the local mountain wildlife, including eagles and mountain goats. Or stay close to Best Western Lakeside Lodge and Suites for waterslides, bumper boat parks and more at Lakeside Park, and plenty of boat rentals, sailing, swimming, lake cruises and more at Lake Chelan.

Golf:

In Lake Chelan, there are two great golf courses that are a must visit.  While the non-golfers are enjoying the lake, local shops, food, and wineries, the golfer is in paradise.  Bear Mountain Ranch and Lake Chelan Golf courses offer not only superb views but nationally recognized golfing.

Lake Chelan Golf course is 9 minutes away from the Lake Chelan Best Western Hotel.  This 18 hole course offers rolling hills and spectacular views.  Every skill level will be challenged and pleased with this course.  The front 9 are somewhat flat with the back 9 hilly.  A PGA rated course with professional staff available.  This course is open from daylight to dusk offering restaurant services, club rentals, and a driving range.  Open to the public.  This course is known to be fun.

Bear Mountain Ranch Golf course rated as one of the top six courses by PGA professionals.  A well-kept course with upscale amenities, such as pro shop, food and beverage cart, golf carts equipped with GPS and club rentals.  Lessons are available by a PGA professional.  The course has rolling hills with natural plateaus.  The views are impressive and you may even run into some wildlife on the green.  A driving range, practice bunker, and chipping area is available before you start your game.  Staff members are professional and will make extreme efforts to make your experience enjoyable. 

A visit to either or both golf courses is a must while visiting Lake Chelan. 

- Lake Chelan Golf Course, The Lake Chelan Course features 18 holes over 6,440 yards. Par 72 (Municipal)

- Bear Mountain Ranch, The Course at Bear features 18 holes over 7,231 yards. Par 72 (Public)

- Ma 8 Golf Course - 9 holes (Public)

- Desert Canyon Golf Resort, The Desert Canyon Course features 18 holes over 7,217 yards. Par 72 (Public)

- Alta Lake Golf Course, The Alta Lake Course features 18 holes over 6,641 yards. Par 72 (Public)

Skiing:

Best Western Lakeside Lodge and Suites is a short drive to Mission Ridge Ski & Board Resort and Stevens Pass.

GeoCaching:

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Historic Downtown Chelan Audio Walking Tour:

What a fun and entertaining way to learn about the unique town of Chelan Washington. This walking tour begins at the old Woodin Avenue Bridge by Campbell’s Resort (original structure built by C.C. Campbell in 1901) and allows you to walk back in time as you listen to the Historic Downtown Chelan Association Audio Walking Tour. Read More...

Lake Chelan Wineries:

Lake Chelan has been known as the new wine country.  When visiting Lake Chelan, consider spending some time at the local vineyard and wineries.  With over 20 wineries to choose, this activity will certainly be on your “To-Do list”.  You will be surprised to find that most of the wineries and vineyards are within 50 miles of the Lake Chelan Best Western Plus Lodge.
 
During the summer months, most wineries are open during the week for tastings and exploring the vineyards.  Often times you will run into the owners while they tend to their grapes or during their creative process of winemaking.  Owners most often will answer questions while guests are visiting.  Most often they will talk about how their grapes and climate are different from the rest of Washington State.  Lake Chelan’s climate allows for a unique variety of grapes to grow.   Sometimes you can get a sneak peak at a wineries latest creation.  

It is important that you make time for listening to music and enjoying delicious food, while visiting Lake Chelan wineries.  A few of the wineries have concerts and/or small restaurants near their tasting rooms.  
In Lake Chelan, not only do you get to explore new wines but you also get to explore the vineyards.  As you visit some of the 20 wineries, you may also pick up a bottle or two to take home to remember your visit at Lake Chelan.  Happy Tasting!   See the full article on our blog lakechelanhotel.com