Lake Chelan Boat Company

Lake Chelan Boat Company Come visit beautiful Lake Chelan and take a scenic cruise into the heart of the North Cascade Mountains aboard one of the Lake Chelan Boat Company vessels.

In April of 1889 the BELLE OF CHELAN cast off her moorings and set sail on a maiden voyage to the head of Lake Chelan. She was the first of many commercial vessels to ply the waters of the lake. The BELLE started a tradition that spans three centuries. In the early days cargo consisted primarily of prospectors and their mighty dreams, but that era quickly gave way to tourists as word of the specta

cular natural beauty found in the upper reaches of Lake Chelan spread throughout the country. That tradition lives on in modern day boat travel. The only things that seem to have changed are the names of the boats and the means by which they are powered. Due to the rugged terrain, no roads were ever built to the end of the lake, which is the key reason the northern valley remains as pristine as the day man first laid his eyes upon her. As we travel uplake we will bridge the gap between desert and forest, traveling from the arid climate of the lower Lake Chelan Valley through the foothills, and finally deep into the Cascade Mountain Range. Along the way you will lay witness to some of Mother Nature’s finest work, though she certainly didn’t spend much time polishing up. She left behind some of the roughest mountain peaks anywhere in the world. We believe that this is more than just a boat trip, it is an experience to be remembered, encompassing scenery, history and people along the way.

Last of our summer Dinner Cruises Thursday September 3rd. Don’t miss the boat! Book your spot today. charterlakechelan.c...
09/02/2026

Last of our summer Dinner Cruises Thursday September 3rd. Don’t miss the boat! Book your spot today. charterlakechelan.com or call 509-682-4584

Today on the front page of the Seattle Times the Lake Chelan Boat Co is featured along with other businesses in the Chel...
08/26/2026

Today on the front page of the Seattle Times the Lake Chelan Boat Co is featured along with other businesses in the Chelan/Manson area. Take a few minutes to read: seattletimes.com/business/local-business/some-lake-chelan-businesses-havent-made-a-dime-since-the-fires
Summer is not over yet and the fall is a great time to visit Lake Chelan. Check out all we do at the Lake Chelan Boat Co. We offer day trips to Stehekin, private charters of all kinds, dinner cruises, Christmas cruises and so much more. Call us at 509-682-4584 with any questions. We would love to see you all soon!

Come take a day trip with us or stay overnight!
08/21/2026

Come take a day trip with us or stay overnight!

This hidden waterfront gem is only accessible by boat or hike, perfect for true adventurers. Link in comments to find out more. ⬇️

Dinner with a view you can’t find on land. Join us Thursday for a dinner cruise aboard the historic Lady of the Lake. Ti...
08/18/2026

Dinner with a view you can’t find on land. Join us Thursday for a dinner cruise aboard the historic Lady of the Lake. Tickets still available at charterlakechelan.com or by calling 509-682-4584

08/13/2026

Come get away from the smoke and get a discount while doing it! All Chelan and Douglas Co. residents can claim a 10% off discount when booking boat tickets to Stehekin. Visit us at ladyofthelake.com or call us at 509-682-4584 come escape to Stehekin with us!

Can’t beat this view! Get out of the smoke and rent a bike! Book your boat tickets at ladyofthelake.com picture taken th...
08/09/2026

Can’t beat this view! Get out of the smoke and rent a bike! Book your boat tickets at ladyofthelake.com picture taken this morning by our Stehekin crew members 8/9/26

Pictures taken this morning from Stehekin! The smoke has cleared up with blue sky’s all around. Come step into nature an...
08/06/2026

Pictures taken this morning from Stehekin! The smoke has cleared up with blue sky’s all around. Come step into nature and catch these views.

Dear Guests and Community Members,We are pleased to share that Stehekin remains open, welcoming visitors, and is current...
08/04/2026

Dear Guests and Community Members,
We are pleased to share that Stehekin remains open, welcoming visitors, and is currently not being impacted by the Little Giant Fire. Businesses, lodging, recreation opportunities, and visitor services in Stehekin continue to operate normally, and we look forward to helping guests enjoy everything the upper lake has to offer.
At this time, all Lake Chelan Boat Company and Stehekin Ferry schedules are operating as planned, with no changes to service.
The current Level 3 evacuation boundary is located just above Fields Point Landing on Lake Chelan. Fields Point Landing remains accessible, and we will continue scheduled passenger pickups and drop-offs there for the foreseeable future.
For passengers departing from Chelan, we have plenty of parking space available at our Chelan dock facility. Parking is $12 per night, and you can buy a parking pass for $75 for 6 months. Evacuation levels do not affect access to our Chelan operations, and guests can continue to arrive, park, and travel as usual.
We are closely monitoring conditions and will continue to provide updates as needed. We appreciate your continued support and look forward to welcoming visitors to Stehekin and Lake Chelan.
Please also remember that during times like these, it is especially important to continue supporting both our up lake and down-lake communities. Local businesses, employees, and residents rely on your continued patronage and support. We sincerely thank you in advance for helping sustain the communities that make Lake Chelan and Stehekin such a special place to visit.
Sincerely,
Discover Lake Chelan
Lake Chelan Boat Company & Stehekin Ferry Team
Office Hours M-Saturday 730AM – 4PM Sunday 730AM-1230PM

The only thing better than the view is the fresh mountain air. Stehekin is picture-perfect today! Pictures taken 8/3/26 ...
08/03/2026

The only thing better than the view is the fresh mountain air. Stehekin is picture-perfect today! Pictures taken 8/3/26

Happy Birthday to Brun Garfoot: Owner, head decorator, plumber, tour guide, and master of spreadsheets. Thanks for all t...
07/30/2026

Happy Birthday to Brun Garfoot: Owner, head decorator, plumber, tour guide, and master of spreadsheets. Thanks for all the time and energy you put into the Boat Co. Come say hi to Brun and take a day trip, hop on a dinner cruise or the new cruise Chelan. Happy Birthday!

Address

1418 W Woodin Avenue
Chelan, WA
98816

Opening Hours

Monday 7:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 7:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 7:30am - 5pm
Thursday 7:30am - 5pm
Friday 7:30am - 5pm
Saturday 7:30am - 5pm
Sunday 7:30am - 1pm

Telephone

+15096824584

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