Want to visit the most remote bakery in Washington?

If you live for a good baked treat, nothing will stop you from getting your fix. Luckily for those of us devoted to the buttery carb, Washington’s breakfast renaissance has spread to even the remotest corners of our state. Reconnoiter Stehekin Pastry Company in isolated Stehekin for your morning bite. Just like Marvin Gaye and Tammi Terrell once sang: “Ain’t no mountain high enough, ain’t no valley low enough, ain’t no river wide enough” to keep me from food.

At first glance, Stehekin seems light years away from the species of trendy bakeries holding bigger Washington towns in a vice grip. Home to just 100 year-round residents, this unincorporated community is only accessible via ferry, private boat, or plane. And yet, even here, the baked good reigns supreme.
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Since 1989, Stehekin Pastry Company owners Roberta and Cragg Courtney have been their community's sole purveyor of mouth-watering morning fare.
Matt Uhlman/Google Reviews
There's no arguing that this spot is remote— the best address you'll find employs coordinates, and walking directions include local landmarks like trees— but its interior is a warm and homey refuge.
Mahak Chopra/Google Reviews
This friendly ambiance is by design. The Courtneys take hospitality seriously, endeavoring to make exhausted travelers from all walks of life feel welcome.
Nikita R./Google Reviews

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This inclusivity extends to their menu, which— along with the essential vanguard of sugary goodness— features items for those with dietary restrictions.
Nikita R./Google Reviews
Last time I was there, espresso drinks weren't on offer... yet. But when enjoyed alongside such stunning scenery, you can't complain about a good mug of drip, and Stehekin Pastry Company's is beyond reproach.
Kassie Markos/Google Reviews
In this mecca for al fresco adventure, this bakery acts as an oasis for trail-weary outdoor enthusiasts to recuperate before they retackle the rugged terrain. It's also the preferred spot for full-time residents and seasonal workers to grub up before gearing up for whatever the day has in store.
Sebastian Chlan/Google Reviews
Keep in mind that this remote eatery is closed for the winter season, but you can keep an eye on the upcoming schedule on the Stehekin Pastry Company's website.
Aniket Banerjee/Google Reviews

Are you interested in grabbing a bite at the most remote bakery in Washington? Then check out Stehekin Pastry Company. For over 30 years, this eatery extraordinaire has been the sole provider of baked goods to the local denizens of isolated Stehekin. Don’t forget to pack your favorite hiking gear for your pastry pilgrimage. You’ll need the right shoes to reach the display case of this unlikely— and delicious— Washington spot.

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