Mountain Biking Those looking to spin can climb into the saddle and spin for hours in the Lake Chelan Valley. One of the favorite rides is out the south shore to 25-Mile Creek and back to town. Others enjoy exploring the back roads of Manson where there are miles and miles of paved road winding through orchards. For the serious rider, a climb out of the Lake Chelan Valley along Highway 97A through Knapps Coulee tunnel to the turnoff that will bring you back over Navaree Coulee and back to Lake Chelan giving you plenty of exercise while you are at it. Others like to spin the century by going all the way to Wenatchee on 97A along the west side of the Columbia River and coming back to Chelan along Highway 97 on the east side of the Columbia River. http://www.bikelakechelan.com/index.php?page_id=21 http://www.uncletimstoys.com/ Hiking and Biking Nearly everyone has a favorite Lake Chelan area path, trail or back road for walking, running, hiking, horseback riding, bicycling and mountain biking. After all, this is a major entryway into the North Cascades, providing access to some of the best hiking and backpacking in the Cascade Range. trails range from one mile, paved Riverwalk Park to nearly 230-mile treks. Beginner, intermediate, and advanced hikers can all find the perfect trail from among more than 40 trail heads listed in the Lake Chelan valley. Ask for a detailed trail listing from the Chamber or the Chelan Ranger District. Looped Trails Up Lake: The following trails are a few that combine to form loops: Click here for a trail map of Stehekin Rainbow Creek, McAlester Creek, Fireweed, South Fork, & Rainbow Lake Trails: 4.8 miles. Boulder Creek & Purple Creek Trails - 20 miles Rainbow Lake & Bridge Creek Trails: 23.6 miles Rainbow Creek, McAlester Creek & Bridge Creek Trails: 24.6 miles Boulder Creek, Summit, Fish Creek & Lakeshore Trails: 31 miles Easy to Moderate Hikes: The winner hands down is the leisurely stroll along the road from Stehekin Landing to the bakery. Running a close second is the one mile paved Riverwalk Loop in Chelan, which parallels and twice crosses the states shortest river. Other hikes include: Echo Ridge on the North Shore: from .9 to 2 miles or combined trails to lengthen miles. Stormy Mountain - South Shore: 1.5 miles North Fork 25 mile Creek on the South Shore: 3 miles Weaver Point to Harlequin Campground at Stehekin: 4.5 miles Bridge Creek/Pacific Crest Trail: 3 miles North Fork of the Bridge Creek Trail at Stehekin: 3 miles Lakeshore Trail at Stehekin: 17 miles Advanced Hikes: Pot Peak on the South Shore: 4 miles of steep terrain. Devil’s Backbone on the South Shore: 13 miles, Steep and Rocky in places. Hang Gliding The Chelan Flyers, put simply, are a group of flying enthusiast of which many of us have moved to the area to be closer to a world class flying site like Chelan Butte. If you have any questions about the flying Lake Chelan or how to get started in the sport please contact us. "One of the premier hang gliding and paragliding locations in the World", Lake Chelan has been the host of some of the most prestigious events. Class V World Hang Gliding Championships Women's World Hang Gliding Championships US National Hang Gliding Championships US National Paragliding Championships North American Aerobatics Championships Tandem Flights, Instructors and Schools If you are interested in the sport of Hang Gliding or Paragliding there are a couple of ways you can participate. While in the Lake Chelan valley you can either come watch one of the events or take a tandem flight. The following tandem instructors and schools are certified to give tandem flights and Lessons by the United States Hang Gliding Association. Arrangements must be made in advance http://www.chelanflyers.com River Rafting River Riders Inc. PO Box 1479 Chelan WA 98816 Voice 800-448-RAFT FAX 509-923-2351 All River Riders have two things in common, "a love for the whitewater. and a desire to share it". The truth is we're excited about rafting and want to share it with as many people as possible. It's our job to make sure you enjoy more than just the river. Beyond the thrilling whitewater., you'll enjoy the recreational aspects, savor the gourmet lunch, wonder at the scenery and appreciate the camaraderie. http://www.riverriders.com/ Boating Rentals and Jet Skiis Jet Skis Ahoy at Ship N' Shore Marina 1230 West Woodin Avenue PO Box 297 Chelan, WA 98816 Phone: (509) 682-5125 We offer boat moorage, fuel service, and watercraft rentals featuring 4-stroke waver runners & ski boats at affordable prices. Try a Yamaha FX-140 wave runner. The 4-stroke engine gives you a smooth & quiet ride, is more fuel efficient, & has low emissions. We also offer 2 new ski boats & a fishing boat. A 10 % discount is available for law enforcement, military, and fire fighting personnel. Lake Chelan Marina 1228 West Woodin Ave PO Box 2357 Chelan, WA 98816 Phone: (509) 682-2336 or (509) 470-3456 LOOK FOR THE JETSKI ON THE ROOF. Below water slides. We rent SEA RAY open bow 8 seat ski boats. XL 1200 Yahama 155 HP. Also, the hair raising 270 EXCITER JET BOATS. Accessories: tubes, water-skis, kneeboards, wakeboards, etc. MARINE GAS! Lake Shores Boat & Watercraft Rental 803 E Woodin Avenue Chelan, WA 98816 Phone: (509) 682-2222 Ready for fun in the Sun? Rent a BOAT or JETSKI! We offer hourly, half day, and full day rates. FREE delivery in Chelan and surrounding area. Visit our office or give us a call to make your reservations today! Kayaking North Cascades Kayaking Rafting 100 Silver bay Road PO Box 304 Stehekin, WA 98852 Phone: (509) 679-6164 Lake Chelan's #1 choice for kayaking and river rafting adventures. We off lake kayaking tours, rentals, and instruction as well as rafting trips on the beautiful Stehekin River. Guests visiting Chelan can catch the Lady cat or float plane and have enough http://stehekinguideservice.com/