Icicle Creek to Wenatchee River
Leavenworth is close to some amazing paddles and is a great escape from the dreary rainy days that exist west of the Cascades. The Icicle Creek to Wenatchee River stretch is an incredibly scenic float, a river section suitable for all experience levels, and can be tackled on a kayak, canoe, raft, drift boat, or stand-up paddle board (SUP). You start in a calm slow-moving section of Icicle Creek that later flows into the larger quicker flowing Wenatchee River. You will pass by riverfront houses, get sneak peeks of the mountains that make up the Enchantments area, and float through downtown Leavenworth before exiting on the right side of the river after Blackbird Island on the Wenatchee River.
Location: Leavenworth, WA
Distance: 3.5 miles
Launch: You can launch at the Leavenworth National Fish Hatchery Public Fishing Access ramp. There is plenty of parking here and a boat ramp. Google maps address here.
Take-out: The exit is on the right side of the Wenatchee River after you pass Blackbird Island. It has a small gradual boat ramp that you can use to load your watercraft if needed. Parking is available right at the take-out. Google maps address here.
Activities: Kayak / Stand-up Paddle Board (SUP) / Tube / Raft / Drift Boat
Difficulty: Easy
Float Duration: 2 hours
Best Time of Year: May - October
Parking Permit: Discover Pass
Dogs Allowed: Yes
Weather: Leavenworth, WA
Watercraft Rentals: Leavenworth Outdoor Center
Disclaimer. This information should be treated as a recommendation and you are responsible for yourself, your actions, and your safety. Always research current river conditions prior to planning a river float.
