A Lake Chelan resort is the place to be for fun water activities. Stay cool with a variety of water parks, pools and other water venues while staying at a Lake Chelan resort in Washington. This 55-mile-long natural lake, the largest in the state, is the third deepest in the country. The city of Chelan lies at the southeastern end of the lake, making it perfectly situated for rafting, boating, fishing and other popular waterfront activities. Vamoose.com provides you with a comprehensive Lake Chelan resort directory, plus recommendations on the best ways to cool down while there.
Water Park Fun
The summers can get hot in Washington, and for that, visitors and residents are always grateful for the many waterparks in and around lake Chelan. From small community parks to large amusement parks, water is a big theme in this lakeside resort area. One fun way to spend a day with the family is at Slidewaters, which features eight waterslides, Thunder Rapid river rapids, Tube Blaster, Downhill Racer, and kiddie slides and pools. Housing one of the Northwest's largest waterslides, this park is open daily from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. from Memorial Day through Labor Day. Children two and under get in free, and adults pay $17. Elsewhere throughout the state, there are additional water parks, such as Splash Down, if you don't mind the drive.
Touring the Lake
What better way to see Lake Chelan than by boating on it? Take a tour with Lady of the Lake for scenic cruises aboard passenger vessels. Lady of the Lake offers year-round trips to the head of Lake Chelan, as well as the North Cascades National Park and Recreation Area. You can even stay overnight and extend your trip with a visit to Stehekin Valley. Tickets start at about $20 each way for adults. If aerial views are more your cup of tea, take a ride aboard a seaplane with Chelan Seaplanes. Flightseeing Tours and regularly scheduled flights to and from downtown Chelan and Stehekin are available.
Wild Water Adventures
For different perspectives of the lake, check out Chelan Parasail and Watercraft Rentals at Lake Chelan Marina, open daily. You can go parasailing, rent pontoons and ski boats, or try out an electric boat. Jet Skis Ahoy at Ship 'N Shore Marina rents out boats, Jet Skis, wakeboards and skis, with wakeboard rates starting at $135 for a half day. Scuba diving is another option. Lake Chelan Adventures offers deep water Lake Trout and summer Chinook salmon fishing tours and charters. Climb aboard a 21-foot Customweld Storm boat, which seats four to six people comfortably. For family-oriented guided fishing, try out Darrell and Dad's Family Guide Service.
With all these water activities to choose from, it's no wonder Lake Chelan is a popular resort destination. Find the perfect resort for you and your family and friends by visiting Vamoose.com for customized trip planning.