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Entiat
Eden Index
Climate
6.5
•
Recreation
7.2
•
Community
•
Safeguard
5.1/10
Entiat, Washington is a small city located in Chelan County, with a population of around 1,200. The area is known for its mild, dry climate, with hot summers and cold winters. The region is also characterized by its hydrology constituents, with the Entiat River running through the valley and providing a source of irrigation for local farms. As for outdoor activities, Entiat is a popular destination for hiking and camping, with nearby trails such as the Entiat River Trail, the Mad River Trail, and the Lower Mad River Trail. Additionally, visitors can enjoy fishing, boating, and swimming in the Entiat River and nearby Lake Chelan. Overall, Entiat offers a unique blend of natural beauty and outdoor recreation opportunities for visitors to enjoy.
What is the Eden Index?
The Snoflo Eden Index serves as a comprehensive rating system for regions, evaluating their desirability through a holistic assessment of climate health, outdoor recreation opportunities, and natural disaster risk, acknowledging the profound impact of these factors on livability and well-being.
Climate Health Indicator (CHI): 6.5
Entiat receives approximately
374mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 86%
and air temperatures averaging around
9°C.
Entiat has a plant hardyness factor of
6, meaning
plants and agriculture in this region thrive during a short period during spring and early summer. Most
plants will die off during the colder winter months.
By considering the ideal temperature range, reliable water supplies, clean air, and stable seasonal rain or snowpacks, the Climate Health Indicator (CHI) underscores the significance of a healthy climate as the foundation for quality living.
A healthy climate is paramount for ensuring a high quality of life and livability in a region, fostering both physical well-being and environmental harmony. This can be characterized by ideal temperatures, reliable access to water supplies, clean air, and consistent seasonal rain or snowpacks.
Weather Forecast
Streamflow Conditions
Upper Columbia
Area Rivers
Upper Columbia
Snowpack Depths
Upper Columbia
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Upper Columbia
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 7.2
The Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI) recognizes the value of outdoor recreational options, such as parks, hiking trails, camping sites, and fishing spots, while acknowledging that climate plays a pivotal role in ensuring the comfort and consistency of these experiences.
Access to outdoor recreational opportunities, encompassing activities such as parks, hiking, camping, and fishing, is crucial for overall well-being, and the climate plays a pivotal role in enabling and enhancing these experiences, ensuring that individuals can engage in nature-based activities comfortably and consistently.
Camping Areas
| Campground | Campsites | Reservations | Toilets | Showers | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daroga State Park | 35 | 761 ft | |||
| Wenatchee Confluence State Park | 60 | 623 ft | |||
| Snowberry | 11 | 1,954 ft | |||
| Fox Creek | 16 | 1,984 ft | |||
| South Navarre | 9 | 6,289 ft | |||
| Antilon Lake | 10 | 2,342 ft | |||
| Mitchell Creek | 7 | 1,123 ft | |||
| Prince Creek | 6 | 1,134 ft | |||
| Lincoln Rock State Park | 94 | 732 ft | |||
| Wenatchee River County Park | None | 692 ft | |||
| Lake Chelan State Park | 150 | 1,131 ft | |||
| Twenty - Five Mile Creek State Park | 67 | 1,280 ft | |||
| Foggy Dew | 13 | 2,167 ft | |||
| Graham Harbor | 5 | 1,126 ft | |||
| Deer Point | 6 | 1,114 ft | |||
| Silver Falls | 43 | 2,424 ft | |||
| Lake Creek - Ent | 20 | 2,211 ft | |||
| Junior Point | 5 | 6,524 ft | |||
| Entiat City Park | None | 723 ft |
Catastrophe Safeguard Index (CSI):
The Catastrophe Safeguard Index (CSI) recognizes that natural disaster risk, encompassing floods, fires, hurricanes, and tornadoes, can drastically affect safety and the overall appeal of an area.
The level of natural disaster risk in a region significantly affects safety and the overall livability, with climate change amplifying these risks by potentially increasing the frequency and intensity of events like floods, fires, hurricanes, and tornadoes, thereby posing substantial challenges to community resilience and well-being.
Community Resilience Indicator (CRI):
The Community Resilience Indicator (CRI) recognizes that education, healthcare, and socioeconomics are crucial to the well-being of a region. The CRI acknowledges the profound impact of these elements on residents' overall quality of life. By evaluating educational resources, healthcare accessibility, and economic inclusivity, the index captures the essential aspects that contribute to a thriving community, fostering resident satisfaction, equity, and social cohesion.