The Chelan Butte Unit includes 9,097 acres of land located between Lake Chelan and the Columbia River. Bighorn sheep released in 2004 are now well established on the area and can be seen regularly. Upland game birds using the area include chukar, grey partridge, blue grouse and California quail. Many miles of roads are closed to motorized vehicles offer good hiking and mountain biking, skiing and snowshoeing opportunities. WDFW has restored about 100 acres of abandoned agricultural fields to shrubsteppe habitat on Chelan Butte and will be restoring an additional 1,200 acres between 2009 and 2015.
Viewing Opportunities
Birds
Birds of Prey
Eagles
Songbirds
Upland Birds
Mammals
Bear
Bighorn sheep
Deer
Small Mammals
Other
Butterflies
Reptiles/Amphibians
Wildflowers
How to Get Here
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Map and Driving Directions
Access Site #1
Driving Directions From Alternate Hy 97 in Chelan (W. Woodin Ave.), Turn south on Millard Street/Chelan Butte Rd. Toward the Chelan Butte Lookout about 1.5 miles
Parking/Restroom Information None
Other Information Late winter/early spring activities in deer winter ranges are discouraged due to their impact on wintering deer.
Access Site #2
Driving Directions From Alternate Hy 97 about 7 miles south of Chelan turn east on dirt road about 1.25 miles. The area lies to the right.
Parking/Restroom Information None
Other Information Late winter/early spring activities in deer winter ranges are discouraged due to their impact on wintering deer.
Unique Features
The area lies between the Columbia River and Lake Chelan and provides great views. One of the most popular hang gliding and parasailing site in the world is located on Chelan Butte. The Lucas brick house located in Brickhouse Canyon is on the National Register of Historical Places.
A Discover Pass or WDFW Vehicle Access Pass
is required on all WDFW lands. Learn more at DiscoverPass.wa.gov
The Chelan Butte Unit includes 9,097 acres of land located between Lake Chelan and the Columbia River. Bighorn sheep released in 2004 are now well established on the area and can be seen regularly. Upland game birds using the area include chukar, grey partridge, blue grouse and California quail. Many miles of roads are closed to motorized vehicles offer good hiking and mountain biking, skiing and snowshoeing opportunities. WDFW has restored about 100 acres of abandoned agricultural fields to shrubsteppe habitat on Chelan Butte and will be restoring an additional 1,200 acres between 2009 and 2015.
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