| Wentachee Confluence State Park is a 197-acre year-round camping park at the confluence of the Wentachee and Columbia rivers. Situated at the edge of town, the park has two personalities. The North Confluence is urban and recreational, while the South Confluence is a wetland natural area. Muskrat and beaver may be seen in the rivers here. The park has shaded, grassy areas, sports fields, a roped-off river swimming beach, a boat launch and walking access to the Horan Natural Area.As if in imitation of the two rivers that meet here, the park has a dual personality. The north portion is recreational, while the south section is a designated natural wetland area. Located in a comfortable urban setting, the park offers a roped-off swimming beach, a boat launch, tennis courts and play equipment for children. A pedestrian bridge crosses the Wentachee River. Rock climbing and winter skiing opportunities are not far from the park.A tennis court is available. Fishing is allowed during open season. Footpaths and a pedestrian bridge over the Wentachee River lead to the Horan Natural Area. Bicycles are permitted on footpaths but prohibited in the natural area.A two-lane boat ramp, boarding float and boat-trailer parking are available near the day-use area. The grassy park is shaded by deciduous trees and fronted by two rivers. The climate is dry, and summer temperatures are in the 80's and 90's.In 1990, State Parks classified these park lands so that the north site would be a recreation area and the south site a natural area. The south site was designated the "Horan Natural Area," 97 acres of natural environment and wetlands. |
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