58 aNACHES EVENT CENTER aMT. CLEMANS Nestled against the foothills of the Cascade Mountains, the Town of Naches takes its name from the river that flows through it and the indigenous peoples who once traveled through the Naches Valley to fish from area rivers or pick huckleberries in the mountains. They called the river winding through the valley “Natchez,” meaning turbulent water. GATEWAY TO THE CASCADES TOWN OF NACHES MOUNTAIN RECREATION FRUIT STANDS GREAT RESTAURANTS Today, that river and the rugged mountains still play a vital role in this outdoor-loving community. As rolling, orchard-covered hillsides give way to the beginning of forested slopes, you reach Hwy 12 and SR 410, leading to the White Pass and Chinook Pass Scenic Byways (pg. 38). Both deliver endless adventures on the Naches and Tieton rivers, mountain lakes and trails, all just a short drive from Naches. Begin your day’s adventures at Cot’s Peak Coffee, a cozy coffeehouse and gathering place named for the tallest peak on nearby Cleman Mountain. After a day in the mountains, stop by Bron Yr Aur Brewing for award-winning craft beer and hand-crafted pizza. Nestled against the mountain foothills, their covered patio and green spaces are made for leisurely evenings. Brand-new Oak Creek Brewstillery serves up small-batch spirits, craft cocktails and perfectly paired bites. Or, raise a glass in the historic charm of Van’s 1885 Bar & Grill. Their 1921 building is one of the oldest in town. D’Nile Taphouse serves great food with mountain town charm. What I Crave Restaurant and Tavern (once a popular food truck) has a menu as craveable as the name suggests. On the other end of the town, visitors are greeted by a collection of fruit stands reflecting the agricultural roots of the community. Stop by Naches Trading Post for fresh, local produce, or Thompson’s Farm & Market for fruit grown on the multigenerational farm, along with local artisan food products and gifts. Find pieces from local makers at Lakat Gallery or visit The Floral Station for flowers, plants and gifts. For those seeking historical highlights, the distinctive Art Deco Building, complete with a tall spire and neon trim, has been a Naches landmark since 1935. The restored 1906 Train Depot is now home to many of the town’s events and an excellent starting point for this bike-friendly town. The Naches Bandstand, built in 1919, stands in its original location and is a centerpiece of the town’s Sportsman’s Days. Learn more at TownOfNaches.com • 509-653-2647 TOWN OF NACHES
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