History
Beebe Ranch was first planted to orchards on the Columbia River in 1910. In the early days, the only way to reach Beebe Ranch was by boat or ferry from Chelan Falls. By a special act of congress, the Beebe Family was granted permission to build a bridge over the Columbia River. The original Beebe Bridge, the first suspension bridge in Washington State, was completed in 1919, at a cost of $75,000. Upon completion it was the largest privately built and owned bridge in the world.
In 1947 the Beebe Orchard Company was the state's largest apple growing enterprise operated by a single family. By 1979 the Beebe Orchard and Ranch enterprise operated on a total of 627 acres and stretched over three miles along the Columbia River. It had an annual production of over 400,000 boxes of apples. In 1989 Beebe was sold to the Dole Fruit Company and then to the current owners who recognize and continue the proud tradition of Beebe Ranch.
Present Community
The Columbia River winds along nearly two miles of the shores of Beebe Ranch which is situated in the midst of an area with all the natural beauty that the river and Lake Chelan has to offer. Chinook and Coho Salmon, as well as Steelhead, migrate past its shores. The land is home to a variety of wildlife, including big game animals, upland game birds, waterfowl, shore birds, raptors, and song birds.
Great water skiing on the Columbia River, abundant wildlife, and magical views are all a part of the Beebe Ranch experience. Located only five and a half miles by car from the charming town of Chelan, Washington, Beebe Ranch also enjoys the abundant recreational opportunities that Lake Chelan offers. Whether you are looking to simply escape from it all or pursue your sporting passions, Beebe Ranch, situated comfortably between the bustling cities Seattle, WA and Spokane, WA, is the ideal location for owning land in Washington State.
Directions From Chelan:
- Go North on Hwy 97A leaving Chelan
- Turn right on Hwy 150 (east)
- Turn right onto Hwy 97 and cross the Beebe Bridge
- Immediately after crossing the bridge turn
- left on McNeil Canyon Rd.
- Beebe Ranch entrance on left, one mile
Directions From Wenatchee:
- Go North on Hwy 97
- Turn right onto McNeil Canyon Rd. just before Beebe Bridge
- Beebe Ranch entrance on left, one mile
Please contact the Beebe Ranch agents for available lots and information on pricing for these great view spots on Columbia River. info@beeberanch.net
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