Lake Chelan is a boater's paradise. The blue, pristine waters of this 50.5-mile long lake open a variety of options for the recreational boater and water sports aficionado, whether they are using the lake to play, fish or to travel into the spectacular and primitive North Cascades. In addition to the 50.5- mile long lake, you'll find numerous smaller lakes and waterways nearby. The majestic Columbia River lies just four miles east, also providing plenty of opportunity to enjoy water-skiing, jet-skiing, parasailing, kayaking, canoeing, rowing, tubing and cruising. You will also see windsurfers and sailboats, especially up lake in the Lucerne Basin and near Stehekin, where the winds are the most consistent.