Some places earn their silence — and Blewett is one of them. Blewett Pass (), at an elevation of 4,124 feet (1,257 m), is a mountain pass in the Wenatchee Mountains (an eastward extension of the Cascades) of Washington state that is crossed by U.S. Route 97 (US 97).
Chelan County County holds 4 documented ghost towns, including Moore, Trinity, Winesap — Blewett keeps them company on the map.
The story of Blewett
Washington's ghost towns are mill towns and mining camps in country so green the forest is already taking them back.
Blewett Pass (), at an elevation of 4,124 feet (1,257 m), is a mountain pass in the Wenatchee Mountains (an eastward extension of the Cascades) of Washington state that is crossed by U.S. Route 97 (US 97). Named for Edward Blewett, a Seattle mining promoter of the 1880s, it lies on the route of the historical Yellowstone Trail. Unlike the many well known passes that lie on the spine of the Cascades, Blewett Pass lies on the divide between the Wenatchee River to the north and the Yakima River to the south.
What you'll find today
The on-the-ground condition of Blewett is unverified — it's listed here with unknown status. That could mean standing buildings, or an empty field. Go prepared for either, and consider sharing what you find so the record improves.
Nobody has confirmed the access situation, so treat any visit as reconnaissance: verify land ownership first, and be ready to admire from the road.
Getting there
Here's the honest truth: access to Blewett is unverified. We couldn't confirm whether the site sits on public land, private property, or something in between — so verify land ownership and local rules before visiting, and respect private property at all times. The mapped point for Blewett is roughly 47.3353, -120.5789 — use it as a starting point and cross-reference a current topographic map before leaving pavement.
Good to know
Ghost-town etiquette is simple: take only photographs. Removing artifacts is illegal on public lands and disrespectful everywhere else — and on federal land it can be a serious offense.
Survey Map
Approximate position — verify access locally before visiting
Blewett FAQs
01Where is Blewett located?
02What county is Blewett in?
03What is the history of Blewett?
04What remains at Blewett today?
05Can you visit Blewett?
Sources: account based on Wikipedia (“Blewett Pass”), CC BY-SA.
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