Lake Kachess Area Guidebook
The Great Outdoors
You'll find a plethora of options at The Summit from downhill skiing, cross country skiing, backcountry access, as well as dining options and the occasional live band. Enjoy options from Summit East, Summit Central, Summit West (best for beginners) and Alpental.
65 locals recommend
The Summit at Snoqualmie
1001 WA-906You'll find a plethora of options at The Summit from downhill skiing, cross country skiing, backcountry access, as well as dining options and the occasional live band. Enjoy options from Summit East, Summit Central, Summit West (best for beginners) and Alpental.
Short hike that ends with a gorgeous waterfall. Great for the whole family.
26 locals recommend
Franklin Falls Trailhead
Denny Creek TrailShort hike that ends with a gorgeous waterfall. Great for the whole family.
A 2.3 mile long tunnel. The tunnel is closed November 1st through May 1st.
7 locals recommend
Snoqualmie Tunnel
61 Kendall PlaceA 2.3 mile long tunnel. The tunnel is closed November 1st through May 1st.
Very easy, paved walk around a lovely pond with great views. An ideal family "hike" for littles. It's about one mile around the loop.
6 locals recommend
Gold Creek Pond Trail
Gold Creek Pond TrailVery easy, paved walk around a lovely pond with great views. An ideal family "hike" for littles. It's about one mile around the loop.
Lake Easton State Park
150 Lake Easton State Park RdCamping area, swimming area and playground for kids.
Find the camp ground at the end of Kachess Lake Road where you can camp, launch your boat or watercraft, or play on the beach.
9 locals recommend
Kachess Lake
Find the camp ground at the end of Kachess Lake Road where you can camp, launch your boat or watercraft, or play on the beach.
Snow Lake Trailhead
Alpental Access RoadGorgeous six mile hike.
Popular hike with lovely views. Trailhead on Snoqualmie Pass about 15 min from rental.
Kendall Katwalk
Pacific Crest National Scenic TrailPopular hike with lovely views. Trailhead on Snoqualmie Pass about 15 min from rental.
Kachess Ridge Trailhead
Trailhead for hiking the ridge across the lake.
Summit Tubing Park
Fun sledding for the whole family!
Hyak Sno-park is located in the Blewett/I90 region. This Sno-park features 7 miles of non-motorized trails for snowshoeing, cross country skiing, and more.
11 locals recommend
Hyak Sno-Park
Hyak Sno-park is located in the Blewett/I90 region. This Sno-park features 7 miles of non-motorized trails for snowshoeing, cross country skiing, and more.
"This is a popular trail, thanks to its gentle, family friendly grade with amazing destinations. The natural water slide area at Denny Creek is a must visit for families! Keekwulee Falls offers a stunning viewpoint that is easily accessible. Snowshoe Falls maybe a bit elusive and more difficult to see from the trail, but is also a beautiful natural wonder." -Washington Trails Association
Denny Creek Trail, Washington 98045, USA
"This is a popular trail, thanks to its gentle, family friendly grade with amazing destinations. The natural water slide area at Denny Creek is a must visit for families! Keekwulee Falls offers a stunning viewpoint that is easily accessible. Snowshoe Falls maybe a bit elusive and more difficult to see from the trail, but is also a beautiful natural wonder." -Washington Trails Association
This is one of our favorite hikes. While it's only four miles to the lake, the elevation gained is significant. It's not for the faint of heart. And be sure to pack your bug spray!
If you feel up for it, Rampart Lakes are nestled about one mile up the trail from Rachel Lake and they are a stunning sight to behold and explore.
Rachel Lake Trailhead
This is one of our favorite hikes. While it's only four miles to the lake, the elevation gained is significant. It's not for the faint of heart. And be sure to pack your bug spray!
If you feel up for it, Rampart Lakes are nestled about one mile up the trail from Rachel Lake and they are a stunning sight to behold and explore.
Food scene
Dru Bru
10 Pass Life WayLocal brewery at the top of the Pass.
Great pizza for takeout. And you can sit at Dru Bru and call in your pizza order, and they'll walk it over to you! It's hard to beat.
17 locals recommend
Pie For the People NW
741 WA-906Great pizza for takeout. And you can sit at Dru Bru and call in your pizza order, and they'll walk it over to you! It's hard to beat.
This is our nearest restaurant at about 15 minutes away from the rental. Family dining on Snoqualmie Pass. Next to the Dru Bru Brewery.
30 locals recommend
The Commonwealth
10 Pass Life WayThis is our nearest restaurant at about 15 minutes away from the rental. Family dining on Snoqualmie Pass. Next to the Dru Bru Brewery.
Summit Pancake House
603 WA-906Classic pancake house on the Pass.
Small market and cafe at the top of Snoqualmie Pass. A good place to go for a nice drink or a few specialty grocery items.
8 locals recommend
Laconia Market & Cafe
69802 Washington 906Small market and cafe at the top of Snoqualmie Pass. A good place to go for a nice drink or a few specialty grocery items.
Cle Elum Bakery
501 E 1st StAn iconic stop in Cle Elum. The maple bars are our favorite!
Owens Meats
502 E 1st StHead to the Cellars for a great dining experience. We recommend going during happy hour and if the weather is nice, be sure to ask to sit outside on the patio.
75 locals recommend
Swiftwater Cellars
301 Rope Rider DrHead to the Cellars for a great dining experience. We recommend going during happy hour and if the weather is nice, be sure to ask to sit outside on the patio.
Just 15 minutes away, this is a great stop for burgers and fries.
8 locals recommend
Mountain High Hamburgers
2941 W Sparks RdJust 15 minutes away, this is a great stop for burgers and fries.
If you are looking for a more upscale dining experience, this is your place. It is more pricey, but the food and quality are incredible. We recommend going all in with their three, five, or eight course chef's choice menu.
18 locals recommend
Orchard Restaurant
212 E 1st StIf you are looking for a more upscale dining experience, this is your place. It is more pricey, but the food and quality are incredible. We recommend going all in with their three, five, or eight course chef's choice menu.
Basecamp Books and Bites
110 W Pennsylvania AveA cozy and popular coffee shop and eatery.
A good stop for food and often live music. A great place to watch a football game too.
83 locals recommend
The Brick Saloon
100 W Pennsylvania AveA good stop for food and often live music. A great place to watch a football game too.
The Red Bird Cafe & Bakery
102 E Pennsylvania AveFamily friendly cafe in Roslyn.
Ask about the history of the establishment & enjoy sampling the various flavors of bourbon.
35 locals recommend
Heritage Distilling Company
101 E Pennsylvania AveAsk about the history of the establishment & enjoy sampling the various flavors of bourbon.
Mule & Elk Brewing
418 E 1st StEnjoy a drink at this local brewery in Cle Elum.
Shopping
North Bend Premium Outlets
461 S Fork Ave SWNearest shopping area.
Tuckaway Antiques
215 E 1st StGrocery
Safeway
804 W 1st StNearest large grocery store. In Cle Elum.
Small town grocery store. A darling town with lots of cute shops and restaurants as well.
19 locals recommend
Roslyn Grocery
101 W Pennsylvania AveSmall town grocery store. A darling town with lots of cute shops and restaurants as well.
Market with organic and local ingredients.
Market, cafe, coffee and co-working space upstairs.
8 locals recommend
Laconia Market & Cafe
69802 Washington 906Market with organic and local ingredients.
Market, cafe, coffee and co-working space upstairs.
Activities
Tumble Creek Golf Course
3600 Suncadia TrailProspector Golf Course
3320 Suncadia TrailSuncadia offers many options--from dining, to swimming, holiday and seasonal markets, hiking trails and more.
41 locals recommend
Suncadia Resort
3600 Suncadia TrailSuncadia offers many options--from dining, to swimming, holiday and seasonal markets, hiking trails and more.
A comfortable and small theatre showing one film at a time. Quite a lovely experience.
20 locals recommend
The Roslyn Theatre
101 W Dakota AveA comfortable and small theatre showing one film at a time. Quite a lovely experience.
Wild Rose Yoga
Catch a yoga class at our local studio located in Cle Elum.
Dragonwood Equine Facility
An exclusive equestrian facility located in Cle Elum, WA
"Enjoy a friendly game or a completive battle in a very scenic Hanson Ponds area of Cle Elum. this multi-functional course changes periodically, providing a new experience throughout the year and is known to be one of the top Disc Golf locations in Eastern Washington."
Cle Elum Disc Golf Course
"Enjoy a friendly game or a completive battle in a very scenic Hanson Ponds area of Cle Elum. this multi-functional course changes periodically, providing a new experience throughout the year and is known to be one of the top Disc Golf locations in Eastern Washington."
Motor Toys
1313 Airport RdThis is the place to rent snowmobiles, ATV's, scooters and motorcycles.