The
Winthrop area has many mountain bike trails and road
bike routes.
Methow
Cycle and Sport, LLC
A full service bicycle shop offering a friendly environment,
expert service, quality bicycles and products for road,
mountain and touring cyclists.
*Mountain and road bike rentals - full suspension for
the dirt and performance for the road.
*Comprehensive repair: old and new - we fix it
all.
*Sales: offering fine bicycles for all interests,
abilities and budgets.
Bike
ride bulletin board, trail maps on the MVSTA website.
A non-profit organization dedicated to developing and
promoting environmentally sound recreation on or near
trails in the Methow Valley year round. www.mvsta.com/summer/biking.html
Sun
Mountain Lodge
9 miles SW of Winthrop, 4 diamond resort, fine dining,
horseback riding, mtn biking, pool, tennis, hot tubs,
XC skiing
Boating: Several lakes in
the Methow Valley have boat access, including Alta,
Pearrygin, Davis and Patterson (Patterson is non-motorized
only).
Rafting:
Have an adventure rafting the Methow River!
Washington
Outfitters and Guides Association (WOGA)
Plan
the adventure of a lifetime with one of Washington's
Land or Water based Outfitters (horseback riding - wilderness
pack trips - sleigh / wagon rides - hiking - rafting
- fishing trips). Join all the outfitters during
the spring Ride To Rendezvous - '49ers Packer's
Rendezvous in Winthrop.
Fishing:
The Methow Valley has great fishing, both in the rivers
and the lakes.
Flyfishers
Pro Shop
Flyfishers
Pro Shop is a convenient fly shop located in the lobby
of the Mt. Gardner Inn. The shop offers quality,
tested equipment that fits the needs of the Methow Valley
fly fishing angler. Guided fishing trips, custom
fly rods, waders, wade boots, fly tying materials, rentals
and lodging are available through Flyfishers Pro Shop.
Call or check us out online. Open most
days 10 am - 6 pm.
Hunting: The Methow Valley has the largest
mule deer herd in the state. (Over 17,000 mule deer
inhabit the hills and ranges of the Methow Valley).
Regular hunting season usually opens the second weekend
of October, with separate seasons for black powder and
bow hunting. Grouse (Sept. 1st - 31st..) are abundant
here, while pheasant and chukar attract upland bird
hunters. The Methow is also known for cougar (early
August - March) and bear hunting (early August - mid
November).
Washington
State Parks Accessible Recreation Guide
(Map and icons show Hunting, Fishing, Boating, Camping
and more for the North Central Washington Region - the
Methow locations are numbers 52 - 62 on this map)
Guided Trips: Cascade Wilderness Outfitters Join Steve Darwood in the "High Country" on horseback. Fully guided summer trips, standard trips and drop camps. Hunting drop camps also available.
Early
Winters Outfitting and Saddle Co. Pack
trips, half and full day rides, hourly riding lessons,
guest ranch and kids camp. Hunting & fishing trips
in the Pasayten Wilderness, Glacier Peak Wilderness
and Lake Chelan-Sawtooth Wilderness. Summer and fall
drop camps. Custom saddles, repair and leather work.
Washington
Outfitters and Guides Association (WOGA)
Plan
the adventure of a lifetime with one of Washington's
Land or Water based Outfitters (horseback riding - wilderness
pack trips - sleigh / wagon rides - hiking - rafting
- fishing trips). Join all the outfitters during
the spring Ride To Rendezvous - '49ers Packer's
Rendezvous in Winthrop.
Big Twin Lake Campground Located on Big Twin Lake just three miles south of Winthrop, Big Twin Lake Campground is the perfect location for your next family vacation! Big Twin Lake is a quality lake stocked annually with rainbow trout - selective fishing regulations apply. Tenting, RV hookups, rowboat and paddleboat rentals available. Children's play area, swim dock and lots of room for playing. Come see us soon! Located on Big Twin Lake
Methow Valley
Vacation Trailer Rentals Have a 24 or 26 foot fully
contained travel trailer waiting for you in the spot
of your choice anywhere in the Methow Valley.
Trailers sleep six. Rent by the week or weekend.
Pearrygin Lake State Park Along the shores of Pearrygin Lake
4 miles NW of Winthrop. 1,200 acres of diverse
wildlife habitat, camping, picnicking, fishing, water
sports, swimming, hiking and more.
70 utility sites (EWS $30-31), 95 standard sites ($19-22).
Restrooms/hot showers.
Cabin and vacation house rentals (kitchenettes) . Two
group camps (minimum 20 people in GC1; 40 in CG2).
Contact Park for rates.
Boat launching $7 per day, picnic area parking, RV dump
$5 per day.
Interpretive program schedule - check with Park.
Full
RV park & campground - big rig friendly - wifi -
laundry - your quiet retreat on the Methow River.
Centrally located so you can enjoy all that our beautiful
valley has to offer.
Silverline
Resort Our Resort is a full service RV
park and campground located on the shoreline of Pearrygin
Lake, just a few minutes north of Winthrop. We
provide a family fun atmosphere with quiet and relaxing
evenings. We have beautifully landscaped grounds,
level waterfront or lake view sites, grass sites and
common areas, shade, clean restrooms and showers, convenience
store, fishing docks, swim beach and boat launch.
Plus weekend pancake breakfasts, ice cream socials and
kids activities. We are a Good Sam park and offer
senior, active military, CampclubUSA discounts and weekly
rates during select times. Visit our web site
for more details of this wonderful place!
Winthrop KOA Located along the river, just one mile south of Winthrop on Hwy 20. It is an easy walk to town or use the free shuttle that we offer. We provide a fun, family atmosphere at our campground. We have a heated pool, playground, laundry, camping cabins, game room and a store. Grassy sites, pull thrus, free showers and a friendly helpful staff. Free wireless internet. We look forward to seeing you.
The area offers a wide variety of horseback
riding opportunities.
Bear Creek Equestrian Center
Horse boarding and training facility. Horseback riding lessons, English or Western, covered & uncovered arenas, six-stall barn, bridle trail. Contact Polly Lucy.
93 Lower Bear
Creek Rd.
PO Box 312, Winthrop, WA 98862 509-996-3727 -- Barn
509-846-5821 -- Cell
www.bearcreekequestrian.com Cascade Wilderness Outfitters
Join Steve Darwood in the "High Country" on horseback.
Fully guided summer trips, standard trips and drop camps.
Hunting drop camps also available.
PO Box 103, Carlton, WA
509-997-0155 www.methow.com/c_w_outfitters
Early Winters Outfitting
Pack trips, half and full day rides, hourly riding lessons,
guest ranch and kids camp. Hunting & fishing trips
in the Pasayten Wilderness, Glacier Peak Wilderness
and Lake Chelan-Sawtooth Wilderness. Summer and fall
drop camps. Custom saddles, repair and leather work.
Washington
Outfitters and Guides Association (WOGA)
Plan
the adventure of a lifetime with one of Washington's
Land or Water based Outfitters (horseback riding - wilderness
pack trips - sleigh / wagon rides - hiking - rafting
- fishing trips). Join all the outfitters during
the spring Ride To Rendezvous - '49ers Packer's
Rendezvous in Winthrop.
Here
are just a few samples of scenic drives through mountains
and valleys in/around Winthrop:
In town, take the W. Chewuch Rd (across from the Winthrop
Barn) north 10.5 miles to Falls
Creek Falls. Take the five
minute walk on the paved path to the wonderful waterfall.
To return to town, travel the other side of the Chewuch
River via E. Chewuch Rd.
Take the 35 minute drive via Hwy 20W to the snow, and
mountains of Rainy and
Washington Passes. Many
day hikes (Blue, Rainy & Cutthroat Lakes) are offered
from this area. While up there, don't forget to see
the spectacular view from the Washington Pass Overlook
(el. 5,477'). Prior to venturing out on this one, check
with the Forest Service on Forest Pass requirements.
Drive the old Twisp-Carlton Rd. From
Winthrop, travel eight miles south to the town of Twisp.
Take a right at the F.O.E. The nine mile long road winds
along the Methow River, pastures and picturesque ponds
to the town of Carlton. At Carlton, turn left on Hwy
153 to travel north back to Winthrop.
Visit the third deepest lake in the United States, Lake
Chelan. Take the one hour drive to the resort
town of Chelan
via the beautiful Methow Valley (Hwy 20E / Hwy 153S)
and alongside the mighty Columbia River (Hwy 97S / 97S
Alt).
Swimming
and Water Skiing
The Methow River features many swimming holes. Other popular places to swim are Patterson Lake and Pearrygin Lake. Several lakes in the Methow Valley have boat access, including Alta, Pearrygin and Davis.
Wildlife
Tracking & Nature Studies
Methow Wilderness School
Deepen your
connection to the natural world through wildlife tracking,
wilderness survival skills, and naturalist training.
Whether you schedule a private class, join a day-long
workshop, or commit to a season-long seminar, you'll
gain knowledge that will stay with you for a lifetime.
Experience the beautiful Methow Valley while our skilled
instructors help you see more, hear more and be more
present in your natural surroundings.
