The alpine town of Leavenworth, Washington, has it all: Outdoor recreation activities, a thriving arts community, and some pretty amazing restaurants! There are plenty of German restaurants in Leavenworth, but we also love that many of the restaurants specialize in utilizing local ingredients. We’ve visited Leavenworth dozens of times, and we’ve gotten to try many…
Leavenworth is one of our favorite destinations in Washington State. The Bavarian-themed town is located in the Cascade Mountains. Because of its prime location in the mountains, there are lots of beautiful hikes within easy reach of Leavenworth! Whether you want to hike to an alpine lake or a sparkling river, there’s a hike for…
When you first encounter the alpine town of Leavenworth, it really feels like you’ve left the United States and arrived in Germany. The entire town is architecturally designed to resemble a Bavarian village. I grew up in Washington State and I’ve visited Leavenworth dozens of times over the years. I’ve visited Leavenworth during spring, summer,…
Franklin Falls is one of the Seattle area’s most popular winter hikes! When we went in February, it felt like we were transported to a true winter wonderland. We played in giant snow drifts, counted hundreds of icicles clustered around the falls, and made lifelong memories. It was easily one of the most magical hikes…
