Swiftwater Picnic Area
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Swiftwater Picnic Area |
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HABITAT: |
Views of Tumwater Canyon from picnic spot along Wenatchee River. |
| BIRDING: | Ospreys nest in scenic canyon, and American Dippers are also here |
VIEWING: |
One Osprey nest sits in a large burned snag across river. Male brings back fish for female and chicks. The birds migrate here in April; typically, two chicks hatch the end of May and remain in the nest for two months. A 0.25-mile trail goes along Wenatchee River. |
| ACCESS: | From Hwy 2 at milepost 92.5, turn south into parking lot. |