About this Location

Facility Overview

2030 Entiat Way Parking is an open-air surface parking facility situated in the central civic and commercial corridor of Entiat, Washington, within the greater Wenatchee metropolitan valley. Positioned on a level, paved half-acre commercial parcel, this lot offers straightforward circulation and wide vehicle bays. Because it is completely uncovered with no overhead structures, canopy limits, or parking deck ceilings, the facility provides unlimited vertical clearance. This makes it exceptionally well suited not only for standard sedans, compacts, and crossovers, but also for lifted four-wheel-drive trucks, full-size SUVs, high-roof cargo and passenger vans, work trucks, and outdoor recreation vehicles equipped with rooftop cargo boxes, kayak racks, or bike mounts.

Prime Location & Nearby Attractions

Positioned just off US Highway 97A and steps from Kinzel Street, this parking area serves as an accessible base for local municipal services, community gatherings, and outdoor recreation along the Columbia River. Key destinations and attractions within walking distance or a short drive include:

Entiat City Park & Boat Launch (0.4 miles, 8–10 minute walk): A 40-acre waterfront park on Lake Entiat offering boat ramps, docks, swimming areas, shaded picnic pavilions, and the paved, ADA-accessible Columbia River waterfront trail.
Entiat Civic Center & Library (0.1 miles, 2 minute walk): Located adjacent on Kinzel Street, housing Entiat City Hall, the community council chambers, and the Entiat Public Library branch.
Local Dining & Cafes (1–3 minute walk): Immediate access to local downtown favorites, including Entiat Valley Bakery & Deli, Tacos Chava, and neighborhood food stands.
Numeral Mountain Viewpoints: Unobstructed views of the iconic mountainside landmark towering over the community.
Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest & Entiat River Road: Direct staging access to the Entiat River corridor leading to Silver Falls National Recreation Trail, Box Canyon, and wilderness trailheads.
Regional Hubs: Downtown Wenatchee and Lake Chelan are both located within an easy 20-minute drive along Highway 97A.

Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity

Navigating to and from the lot is simple thanks to direct, curb-cut access from Entiat Way, which branches immediately from US Highway 97A (Alternate 97). Broad driveway aprons and clear lines of sight ensure effortless ingress and egress, even during busy summer weekends or local boat-launch rush periods. Regional public transit is provided by Link Transit Route 21, which runs along the Highway 97A corridor with stops in Entiat, offering reliable bus connections south to Olds Station and Columbia Station in Wenatchee, as well as north to Chelan. For regional aviation, Pangborn Memorial Airport (EAT) in East Wenatchee is roughly 30 minutes away by car.

Facility Amenities & Key Features

Paved, open-air surface parking layout with clear bay striping.
Unlimited vertical clearance accommodating high-profile vehicles, roof racks, and utility vans.
Designated ADA accessible parking spaces with level sidewalk curb ramps.
Nighttime area illumination for safety and visibility during evening visits.
Adjacent pedestrian sidewalks connecting directly to civic offices, public parks, and neighborhood businesses.
Free short-term visitor parking for patron convenience.

Ideal For

Boaters, kayakers, and paddleboarders staging gear before heading to Lake Entiat and Columbia River water access points.
Visitors conducting business at Entiat City Hall, the post office, or the public library.
Recreationists and road-trippers touring the Cascade Loop Byway who need a convenient, accessible rest stop.
Diners and patrons visiting local eateries, bakeries, and farmers markets.
Commuters making local transit transfers via the Link Transit network.

Visitor & Driver Tips

While the lot is open and easily accessible, summer weekends bring increased tourist traffic along US-97A heading toward Lake Chelan and the Columbia River parks. If you plan to visit the waterfront on busy holiday weekends, arriving earlier in the morning ensures seamless parking. Overnight camping or unhitched trailer storage is not permitted in commercial surface stalls; visitors requiring overnight RV parking or dedicated boat-trailer slips should utilize the designated campsites and trailer facilities at Entiat City Park. Always ensure vehicles are locked and valuables are stowed out of sight when spending extended time hiking or on the river.