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Global-Business5263 t1_ix29oe3 wrote

Good winter driving advice folks. I just don't know why someone would choose to go to Leavenworth... For closer OR options, Government Camp is more my pace/vibe.

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Global-Business5263 t1_ix2ak2u wrote

Leavenworth is a mega crowded tourist trap IMO. Worth checking out I guess if you live closer but not worth the trek from OR even with clear roads. Anyone else not a fan?

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Sammy12345671 t1_ix2ku6e wrote

Leavenworth sucks, there is absolutely nothing to do in the evening there

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RainyZilly t1_ix2nd84 wrote

It’s literally just a novelty that’s fun a time or two. Way too expensive, nothing to do but spend money, and the food is all the same. It sucks that it’s such a gimmick that people fall for because the surrounding mountains are absolutely gorgeous and that’s the part that’s worth seeing.

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Spork_Facepunch t1_ix2f10p wrote

I wouldn't drive two counties to go there, let alone from another state. It's one of those "stop by if you're in the area anyway and its been years since last time" kind of places.

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WrongdoerLong9545 t1_ix2nwv5 wrote

any recommendations for other Christmasy places to visit? first time visitor and I was hesitant about visiting Leavenworth for this reason. I love me some Christmas lights though

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peggysue_82 t1_ix3qmig wrote

Poulsbo is a Nordic town and it’s adorable year round, but especially At Christmas! I’d also recommend Port Townsend it’s a Victorian town and very beautiful.

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whelanbio t1_ix4ty25 wrote

I love Leavenworth for the fact that its a ridiculous tourist trap and shamelessly leans into that identity, but I'm also usually going in the summer where it's the secondary attraction to the enchantments.

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Chadmuska64 t1_ix2titr wrote

I live in Wenatchee and like Leavenworth for the food. Other than that I totally agree with the tourist trap stuff. All of the shops sell overpriced touristy stuff and you have to pay to park due to the popularity! I’m from Oregon and can say that government camp or Bend/Redmond would be a much better option for a Christmas getaway!!

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