Community Development

Naches Trail

This initial phase of the Naches Trail includes the construction of a one-mile pathway from Allan Road just east of town to the historic Naches Depot. Construction began in October 2008 and completion is scheduled for late Spring 2009. The project includes a lighted picnic area just across the street from the Naches Depot and the paving of the first mile of the pathway.

The eventual plan is to connect the Naches Trail to the Yakima Greenway and will be implemented in phases as funding allows.

Funding for phase one of this project was from a direct allocation from the Washington State Legislature, sponsored by Rep. Charles Ross and Rep. Curtis King.

New Ordinace for use of Naches Trail

Wastewater Treatment Plant Clarifier Project

The Town of Naches has awarded a contract to TTC Construction of Yakima to rehabilitate an existing clarifier. This will allow for expansion of the Naches Wastewater Treatment Plant to accommodate growth in the Naches Valley.

Naches Train Depot

The newly renovated Train Depot serves as a Visitor Information Center for the Town of Naches. The office of the Chamber of Commerce is in the depot and is staffed by volunteers. The complex includes a meeting room and deck extension which can be rented, public restrooms and outdoor eating areas.

Naches is the eastern portal of the White Pass Scenic Byway and the Chinook Scenic Byway.

Funding for this project was obtained from from the Federal Highways Administration (FHWA) High Priority Fund, FHWA Enhancement, WSDOT/FHWA, Direct Allocation FHWA, SAFETLU (Heritage) Byway Funds, and the Town of Naches.

Naches Meadow 2

The second phase of the Naches Meadows residential development is open and lots are still available for sale. Increasing numbers of people are looking at the Naches Valley for a second home, retirement home, or to relocate in a small town to raise their family.

Oak Creek Ace Hardware

Opened in April 2007, the Ace Hardware offers a wide variety of goods in a 14,400 square feet building. Stop by for sportings goods, animal feed and pharma, auto parts, general hardware, housewares, lawn and garden, hunting and fishing supplies and licenses, and propane bottle fill.

Located at 10400 US Highway 12, Naches (509) 653-1294, future plans include additional retail or other facilities in the complex.

Clemans View Sports Center

Facilities include three Little League baseball fields, one junior field, two tennis courts and meeting/reception facilities.

The park is located at 8894 US Hwy 12. For more information

Funding for the construction of this complex comes from the Upper Valley Sports and Recreation Association. The land was donated by the Boot and Spur Club and Allan Bros Inc.

Applewood Park

Visit our beautiful community park with a large swimming pool, a playground, picnic tables and two tennis courts. Daily swimming from 1:00 to 8:00 p.m. Monday-Sunday. Swim lessons available throughout the summer. The park is located at 105 West 4th St, in Naches.

Reserve park areas in advance, covered areas rent quickly. Contact Wayne Hawver at (509) 653-2353. 2009 Applewood Park Pool Schedule