Rocky Reach Discovery Center

Rocky Reach Discovery Center Steer a steamship, take a virtual flight, crank a turbine - join us for stories, games, history & art
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Visit us for four floors of stories, games, history, and art - plus big views of the Columbia River. Our helpful guides will answer your questions, and short movies in three theaters will round out the stories that unfold as you move through the center's exhibits. Get hands-on at the Discovery Center year-round every Tues-Sun from 9:30am-5pm for FREE. The Discovery Center also houses the Rocky Reach Café, serving breakfast, lunch and fresh-baked goodies for purchase.

Think the Discovery Center is just for kids? Think again. ⚡Take in the Columbia River views, explore the history of Rock...
06/19/2026

Think the Discovery Center is just for kids? Think again. ⚡
Take in the Columbia River views, explore the history of Rocky Reach, and join a powerhouse tour to see hydropower in action. There’s always something new to discover.

This photo, taken in 1958 during early construction of Rocky Reach, shows the downstream side of powerhouse construction...
06/15/2026

This photo, taken in 1958 during early construction of Rocky Reach, shows the downstream side of powerhouse construction from the construction bridge.

Ever wondered how fish migrate past the dam? Here's a live look at the Rocky Reach fish ladder from the Rocky Reach Disc...
06/14/2026

Ever wondered how fish migrate past the dam? Here's a live look at the Rocky Reach fish ladder from the Rocky Reach Discovery Center. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dIuNFWCk9j0
Come visit us to look a salmon in the eye!

School’s out… adventure is in! ☀️Kick off summer break at Rocky Reach! Explore hands-on exhibits, watch salmon swim by, ...
06/13/2026

School’s out… adventure is in! ☀️
Kick off summer break at Rocky Reach! Explore hands-on exhibits, watch salmon swim by, take in Columbia River views, and discover how water becomes power.
Bring your curiosity—we’ll handle the rest. ⚡🐟

06/12/2026

🎨🐟 The votes are in… meet the artists behind this year’s Salmon Festival poster!

Each spring, 3rd graders from across North Central Washington put their creativity to work for the annual Wenatchee River Salmon Festival Poster Contest. This year, over 1,000 students shared their imagination and creativity inspired by the theme “We Are River People.” 🌊

Please join us in congratulating our 2026 winners:
🏆 Grand Prize Winner: Josie C., Vale Elementary
💙 People’s Choice Award: Owen S., Sunnyslope Elementary
⭐ Runners-Up: Maxine S., Lincoln Elementary & Barrett E., River Academy

These FIN-tastic designs were selected for creativity, artwork, and connection to the festival theme. Watch for Josie’s winning artwork on the “o-FISH-al” 2026 Salmon Festival poster displayed throughout the region!

Want to see these amazing young artists’ work up close? 🖼️ Stop by the Rocky Reach Discovery Center now through July 1 to view the original winning posters on display.

Congratulations to all our young artists, and thank you to every student who helped tell the story of salmon, rivers, and community through art. 🐟✨

Wenatchee River Salmon Festival

This photo, taken in 1960, shows the generation floor during construction of Rocky Reach dam. Did you know? The dam was ...
06/10/2026

This photo, taken in 1960, shows the generation floor during construction of Rocky Reach dam. Did you know? The dam was constructed with seven generating units and room for expansion. The addition of four more units began in 1969.

06/08/2026

🚨 Last call for applications! 🚨
A few spots remain for the Hydro STEM Career Academy, June 15–19, for students entering 9th–12th grade at Rocky Reach Dam!
Don’t miss this chance to explore STEM careers with industry experts — go inside turbine pits, build and race a solar car, fly drones, climb a power pole, and discover the future of clean energy.
⚡Space is limited — apply today! https://bit.ly/45J24Er

Sunday plans = officially solved ☀️ Don't forget, we're now open Sundays at Rocky Reach! Come spend the day exploring, l...
06/07/2026

Sunday plans = officially solved ☀️ Don't forget, we're now open Sundays at Rocky Reach! Come spend the day exploring, learning, and soaking in the views.

The salmon are swimming, and the views are incredible 🐟👀 Stop by the fish viewing windows for a front-row seat to one of...
06/06/2026

The salmon are swimming, and the views are incredible 🐟👀 Stop by the fish viewing windows for a front-row seat to one of the Columbia River’s most amazing journeys. Come see the salmon migration up close!

Curiosity, discovery, and big smiles ⚡🌊We love seeing students experience Rocky Reach - learning how water becomes power...
06/04/2026

Curiosity, discovery, and big smiles ⚡🌊
We love seeing students experience Rocky Reach - learning how water becomes power to exploring the Discovery Center and enjoying a beautiful spring day outside.

Address

5000 State Highway 97A
Wenatchee, WA
98801

Opening Hours

Tuesday 9:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 9:30am - 5pm
Thursday 9:30am - 5pm
Friday 9:30am - 5pm
Saturday 9:30am - 5pm

Telephone

+15096637522

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