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
Rafting:
Have an adventure rafting the Methow River!
Blue
Sky Outfitters Since 1982, Blue Sky Outfitters
has been offering the most complete whitewater river
rafting trips in Washington State, and, our guests tell
us, the most fun!
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.
Hunting and Fishing Gear:
The Outdoorsman
Winthrop's original outdoor store, we have what you
need for flyfishing and spinning, camping and hunting,
including recreational licenses. Plus we've added
motorcycle and snowmobile gear as well as jewelry, outdoor-theme
gifts and unique women's clothing. Local craftsmen provide
metalwork and log furniture. Check
out the brand names like Buck, Gerber and Kershaw, Leupold,
Nikon and Bushnell, Filson, Duofold and Thorlo, Danner,
Sorel and Rafters and so much more.
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. 674 acres of diverse wildlife habitat, camping, picnicking, fishing, water sports, swimming, hiking and more.
70 utility sites (EWS $22-27.00), 95 standard sites ($16-19.00). Restrooms/hot showers.
Two cabins (kitchenettes).
Two group camps (minimum 20 people in GC1; 40 in CG2) $2.00 p/p/night.
$5.00 per day parking permit ($40 annual day pass available at park); boat launching, picnic area parking, RV dump.
Thursday night programs (June-August).
Pine Near RV Park Hook ups, tent area, laundromat, showers, restrooms, furnished mobile homes for rent. Three blocks to downtown Winthrop.
305 Castle Ave, Winthrop 509-996-2391
Riverbend RV Park Riverbend is a year-round RV resort situated on the beautiful banks of the Methow River. Spend a relaxing evening around a campfire with your friends after a full day of experiencing the unique and breathtaking Methow Valley. Located just 6 miles south of the old west town of Winthrop and 2 miles north of Twisp, we are centrally located to everything the valley has to offer. A great place for reunions, camping groups, or weary travelers passing our way. Free Wi-Fi. Owners Ed & Cheryl Ethrington welcome you to a quiet, friendly place to relax and enjoy the area. Daily, weekly, or monthly rates are available. Discounts are also available for Good Sam, FMCA, and Escapees members.
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.
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.
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).
Enjoy a scenic drive and stop at Newhalem for a cruise on Diablo Lake.
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.
