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Lake Chelan is a narrow, glacially carved freshwater lake located in the Cascade Mountains of central Washington State, USA. Measuring roughly 80 kilometers in length, it is one of the deepest lakes in North America, reaching a maximum depth of about 453 meters. The lake extends into the remote and mountainous Stehekin area, a community that remains accessible primarily by boat, floatplane, or hiking trails.
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Lake Chelan ranks #62 of 214 in the Lake ranking, behind Reindeer Lake, ahead of Lake Zurich.
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Where is Lake Chelan located?
Lake Chelan is a narrow, glacially carved freshwater lake located in the Cascade Mountains of central Washington State, USA. The lake extends roughly 80 kilometers into the rugged mountain landscape.
How deep is Lake Chelan?
Reaching a maximum depth of about 453 meters, Lake Chelan is the third deepest lake in the United States. Its immense depth is a result of ancient glacial carving.
What is at the end of Lake Chelan?
The remote village of Stehekin sits at the far northern end of Lake Chelan and is accessible almost exclusively by boat, foot, or small plane. Because there are no roads connecting it to the outside world, it serves as a quiet gateway to the North Cascades National Park Complex.
What is the Lake Chelan AVA known for?
The Lake Chelan American Viticultural Area (AVA) is known for its thriving wine industry, which benefits from the lake's unique microclimate. The deep water moderates the local temperatures, allowing vineyards to successfully grow varieties like Pinot Noir, Riesling, and Merlot.
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