Random Mountain Town of the Week

March 12, 2025

Welcome back to Random Mountain Towns!

This week’s Random Mountain Town is….

Leavenworth, Washington!

Fast Facts about Leavenworth:

  • Population: 2,412 (2023)

  • Nickname: “The Bavarian Village”

  • Elevation: 1,168 feet (2,375 m)

  • Year Founded: 1885

  • Distance to Closest Larger City: 120 miles from Seattle, Washington

Homes for Sale in Leavenworth:

Zillow: Zillow states that the average home value in Leavenworth, WA is $658,050, as of January 31, 2025.

Click on each to see the full listing!

2618 Larch Drive, Leavenworth, WA 98826 | MLS #2340571 | Zillow

This 1008 square feet Single Family home has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. It is located at 2618 Larch Drive, Leavenworth, WA.

www.zillow.com/homedetails/2618-Larch-Dr-Leavenworth-WA-98826/127096252_zpid

19160 Westside Drive, Leavenworth, WA 98826 | MLS #2318455 | Zillow

This 3780 square feet Single Family home has 3 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms. It is located at 19160 Westside Drive, Leavenworth, WA.

www.zillow.com/homedetails/19160-Westside-Dr-Leavenworth-WA-98826/304991621_zpid

(Undisclosed Address), Leavenworth, WA 98826 | MLS #2275264 | Zillow

This 16241 square feet Single Family home has 8 bedrooms and 9 bathrooms. It is in the 98826 ZIP code in Leavenworth, WA.

www.zillow.com/homedetails/Leavenworth-WA-98826/419153315_zpid

Famous People from Leavenworth:

Cleo Baldon

  • Famous architect, landscape architect, and furniture designer

Joe Puryear

  • World-class mountain climber and photographer

Closest Ski Resort:

  • Stevens Pass Resort is about 40 minutes (35 miles) away by car.

    • 52 trails

    • 1,125 acres of skiable terrain

Events in Leavenworth:

Oktoberfest:

  • A lively celebration of Bavarian culture, featuring traditional German food, beer, music, and dancing.  

  • Typically takes place during several weekends in October.

Credit: Leavenworth Chamber

Maifest:

  •  Celebrates the arrival of spring with traditional Bavarian festivities, including the raising of the Maipole, dancing, and music.  

  • Occurs during the month of May.

Christmas Lighting Festival:

  • A magical holiday event that transforms Leavenworth into a winter wonderland with millions of twinkling lights.  

  • Held throughout December.

Hiking Near Leavenworth:

  • Icicle Ridge Trailhead: This popular hiking area offers scenic views of the surrounding mountains, meadows, and wildflowers. It has a variety of trails suitable for different skill levels, from easy paths for families to more challenging hikes for experienced hikers.

Here are some other popular trails in the Leavenworth area:

  • Old Pipeline Bed Trailhead: This family-friendly trail is a quick and easy nature walk. It is 2.4 miles long with almost no elevation gain. You can spot salmon in the river and enjoy the changing foliage.

  • Icicle Gorge Trailhead: This trail is known for its stunning scenery, including waterfalls, lush forests, and the Icicle Creek. It's a relatively easy trail, making it suitable for hikers of all levels, including families with children.

  • Snow Lakes Trailhead: This trail is challenging but rewarding, with mesmerizing views of Upper Snow Lake. It is 15.5 miles long with significant elevation gain. A Northwest Forest Pass is required.

  • Skyline Lake Trail: This trail is popular for snowshoeing and sledding in the winter. It is about 3 miles round trip with approximately 1,100 feet of elevation gain.

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