Chelan PUD begins shoreline stabilization work at Chelan Falls Park

An aerial view of Chelan Falls Park along the Columbia River shows open fields, sports courts, and shoreline areas where crews will begin stabilization work this fall. Chelan PUD is reinforcing about 417 feet of riverbank to address erosion.

COURTESY OF CHELAN PUD

Chelan Falls Park extends along the Columbia River in Chelan County. A bank stabilization project beginning this week will restrict shoreline access through November while crews work to reinforce and restore the riverbank.

COURTESY OF CHELAN PUD

Posted Thursday, September 18, 2025 9:46 am

NCW News
Ward Media

CHELAN FALLS — Visitors to Chelan Falls Park may notice heavy equipment and construction activity along the Columbia River shoreline over the next two months as Chelan County PUD begins a riverbank stabilization project.

Crews started work this week on a plan to rehabilitate about 417 feet of riverbank with native plants, river cobble, and a designated river access point. The project is intended to slow erosion caused by changing river flows, waves, and recreation along the river.

Short-term impacts to the public are expected to be limited. Sport courts, restrooms, the boat launch, and other day-use facilities will remain open and accessible through the south parking lot. The north lot, however, will be closed to accommodate heavy equipment and construction materials. Shoreline access will be restricted until the work is complete.

Construction hours are scheduled Monday through Thursday, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. The project is expected to wrap up by December, with planting to continue in the spring.

More information is available at chelanpud.org/parks.