The Apple Capital Loop Trail that lines the Columbia River in both Wenatchee and East Wenatchee is a real local asset. We go there regularly, sometimes walking and sometimes on bikes.Some of the highlights include the swimming area at Walla Walla Park, the Art on the Avenues section near the Riverwalk Bridge, the Old Pipeline Bridge, and the wooded area on the east side.Whether a local or visiting from out of town, thus is one local attraction that won't steer you wrong.
Congrats Wenatchee - this is very well done! Wonderful ride along the river, great views, plenty of places to stop and rest, excellent amenities (i.e. bathrooms). This is a real treasure in the city. And plenty long enough and challenging enough for some real exercise if you want it, or just take a ride in the park!
Any one who has visited Wenatchee or East Wenatchee, WA and not taken a break to walk, job, bike, or roller blade or sunbathing on a multiple of beaches, has really missed out! This is a daily must for our family to take our dogs (on leash on the path and off-leash in appropriate places along the river) throughout the year. There are even beaches with a little hike from the path that are with soft sand (watch out for those partiers!) and provide beautiful views. Along the Wenatchee side there is a campground at Confluence and a close walk to downtown to our new Pybus Market and other shopping and restaurants. Note you can take however much time you have to walk a stretch or complete the whole loop across the Columbia River. A must for anyone visiting Wenatchee!
One of the best river walks I have ever seen. Clean and well taken care of. Heavily used so watch out for lots of bikes. Also watch out for the goose poop in the Spring.
Just enjoyed a fall ride on this 10-mile paved loop that goes along a section of the Columbia River in Wenatchee. We started and ended in Wenatchee Riverfront Park, across from the Public Market, riding the loop clockwise. Saw a number of families riding, and several joggers/walkers; everyone was friendly and said hi! The western side goes through several parks and we enjoyed a picnic lunch at a table in Riverfront Park when we finished, on a grassy knoll above the river. The eastern side has more ups and downs, but still fairly easy for the novice rider. We will definitely return and do it again.
This trail far exceeded our expectations. We biked the entire 10 mile loop, paved all the way, beautiful scenery, challenging enough in a few spots to get the heart rate going yet overall a very easy ride.I wish we had this where I live.
Very nicely kept walk .. but is 11 miles, not the 87.9 stated on the Trip Advisor site. The walk is mostly right along river with some art sculptures and garden spots along the way. DON'T PAY TO PARK IN Wenatchee Confluence State Park parking lots ... there are plenty of public parking areas, contrary to what the people at the State Park will tell you ... Walla Walla Point Park and Wenatchee Riverfront Park, which are both right on the Columbia River in downtown Wenatchee. A lot of wildlife and birds along trail in the spring. Fun way to 'get out' when staying in a hotel!
We rented bikes from Arlberg Riverfront Rentals and rode the 10 mile loop. I would have reviewed the bike rental place too but it's not on here. This is a convenient location in Pybus Public Market. Go down a ramp and start riding. What great scenery and a very enjoyable ride. Definitely a nice way to spend a few hours.
We went over the mountain to find some fall leaves and to walk this beautiful trail. It is a long one - 10 miles. But you get to walk along the Columbia River in well maintained parks and on paved walkways. It was a very easy walk and is family friendly. Bike riders also use this trail so you do need to be mindful, but it was a terrific area to really stretch your legs!
The Apple Capital Loop Trail is one of the nicest places to walk, jog, bicycle and roller blade along the Columbia River. Wenatchee and East Wenatchee should invest more into the Trail and make it as beautiful as possible. Plant more trees,and maybe even plant English ivy along the Trail will make a beautiful ground cover and spreads fast. Along the Trail it's really nice to watch people playing on the Columbia River boating, jet skiing and kayaking. There are many places to rest on the Trail and enjoy the scenery of the Columbia River. Wenatchee is a very nice place to visit every Summer and go down to the Columbia River and enjoy yourself.