Travel Guide to Cashmere, WA
Cashmere is a small, picturesque town nestled in the center of Washington state. Its central location makes it the perfect day trip or weekend destination no matter where you live in the Pacific Northwest. Cashmere is a perfect destination for outdoor activities. No matter the time of year, there is always something to do outdoors from hiking, skiing, snowmobiling, ice skating, fishing, river rafting, camping, and whatever else you can think of. There are many wonderful things to do in Cashmere, WA.
Let us help you get the most out of your trip with our travel guide and tips. Find out more below:
- Best time to visit
- How to get there
- Travel requirements
- Getting around
- Highlights and travel tips
- Suggested itineraries
- Recommended Hotels
BEST TIME TO VISIT
Cashmere is beautiful year-round and as such, there are plenty of things to do no matter what season you visit. There is a special charm to visiting in Winter. The added snowfall enhances the landscape.
- Spring - Don't miss Cashmere's annual St. Patrick's Day Parade
- Summer - Cashmere has many summer city-wide events like the Wenatchee River Bluegrass Festival, Founders' Day, and the Wenatchee River Festival.
- Fall - There is plenty of fun to be had during Apple Days. the Scare-Crazy Tour, and the Chelan County Fair
- Winter -Check to see when Cashmere's annual Christmas in Cashmere event is being held
HOW TO GET THERE
- From the Seattle area it's a simple route of driving through I-90 E and US-97 N
- From the Spokane area, drive through I-90 W or US-2
- For the private plane, there is the Cashmere-Dryden Airport
GETTING AROUND
Cashmere is a small town and your own mode of transportation is highly recommended so you can get anywhere you need. However, there is Link Transit that provides public transport to and from Cashmere and nearby Wenatchee. There is also regional transit service provided by Link Route 22. If you're flying by private aircraft, there is the Cashmere-Dryden Airport.
HIGHLIGHTS AND TRAVEL TIPS
There are several great reasons why you should put Cashmere on your travel bucket list:
- Landmarks - 9/11 Spirit of America Memorial
- Rivers - Cashmere is bordered by the Wenatchee River. Within 20 miles, you can visit the beautiful Columbia River. Cashmere is great for rafting, fishing, swimming, and other water activities.
- Mt - Check out beautiful Cashmere Mountain, an 8, 501 foot summit which is part of the Wenatchee Mountains, a member of the gorgeous Cascade Mountain range
- Fun Activities- Cashmere Museum & Pioneer Village, Icicle Creek, Cashmere Cider Mill, Mt. Cashmere Golf Course, and Leony's Cellars
SUGGESTED ITINERARIES
Cashmere is a great town for a weekend getaway. You can fit a lot into a weekend. Cashmere has a reputation for having great antique shopping. Take a day to browse and shop to your delight. To keep that vintage feel, take in the Cashmere Museum & Pioneer Village to see what it was like to live back in history. Take another day to cider and/or wine tastings by visiting the Cashmere Cider Mill, Barns Etc. Hard Cider Shed, and the Horan Estates Winery.
RECOMMENDED HOTELS AND AIRBNBS
Here is a list of the hotels we have found in this area:
- Village Inn Cashmere
- Cascade Valley Inn
- The Loft at the Brewery
- Tiny House @ Holladay Hill
- Cope's Canyon View Farmhouse