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Ballooning
Biking
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.
*Expert bicycle fitting: custom matching bodies to bicycles.
*Comprehensive repair: old and new - we fix it all.
*Sales: offering fine bicycles for all interests, abilities and budgets.
*Education: providing on and off bike classes for new an experienced cyclists. Featuring Kona, Bianchi, Santa Cruz, Rock Lobster, Craft and Hincapie.
509-996-3645
joeb@methowcyclesport.com
www.methowcyclesport.com
MVSTA
- 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
Bike rentals
www.sunmountainlodge.com/summer/
mountainbiking.html
Winthrop
Mountain Sports
Quality outdoor clothing and gear. Mountain
bike and cross country ski sales, rentals and service for
adults and kids.
Mountain Bike Routes
www.winthropmountainsports.com/bike.html
Road Bike Routes
www.winthropmountainsports.com/
roadbike.html
Repairs
509-996-2886
Birding
Boating and Rafting
Boating:
Several lakes in the Methow Valley have boat access, including Alta, Pearygin, Davis and Patterson (Patterson is non-motorized only)
Rafting:
Have an adventure rafting the Methow River!
Blue
Sky Outfitters, Inc.
Join us for a great family or group
river rafting adventure. From the Methow Rivers' milder
Gold Creek section (30 minutes from Winthrop), to the big
waves and whitewater action of the legendary Black Canyon,
there is a perfect trip just right for you. Overnight trips
are also a real favorite. All trips include our delicious
Top Sirloin Steak BBQ!
"Rated #1" for customer satisfaction,
offering outstanding trips since 1983. Come join the fun!
331 Burma Rd, Methow, WA 98834
(800) 228-7238
Email: rafting@blueskyoutfitters.com
Website: www.blueskyoutfitters.com
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.
509-997-1080
PO Box 1125
Twisp,
WA 98856
outfitters@woga.org
www.woga.org
Climbing
Fishing and Hunting
Fishing:
The Methow Valley had great fishing, both in the rivers and the lakes.
Lake
and Stream Fishing Information
Washington State Dept. of Fish & Wildlife Fishing Regulations
Sun Mountain Lodge
9 miles SW of Winthrop, 4 diamond resort, Sun Mountain Lodge offers casting classes, guided fishing trips and rod rentals.
www.sunmountainlodge.com/summer/
flyfishing.html
Winthrop Mountain Sports - Fly Fishing
www.winthropmountainsports.com/fishing.htm
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 Dept. of Fish & Wildlife Hunting Regulations
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.
PO Box 103 Carlton, WA 98814
509-997-0155
steve@cascadewildernessoutfiters.com
www.cascadewildernessoutfitters.com
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.
18078 Hwy 20 Winthrop
509-996-2659
800-737-8750
horse@methow.com
www.earlywintersoutfitting.com
Hunting and Fishing Gear:
Golf
Hiking and Camping
The area offers a wide variety of hiking
trails.
Hiking
Hiking and Camping Map
Okanogan and Wenatchee National Forests
www.fs.fed.us/r6/oka/
North Cascades National Park Complex
gorp.away.com/gorp/resource/
us_national_park/wa_north.htm
Winthrop Mountain Sports - Hiking Routes
www.winthropmountainsports.com/
hiking_routes.html
Camp Grounds
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
509-996-2650
bigtwinlake@comcast.net
www.methownet.com/bigtwin
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.
509-996-2004
509-322-CAMP
www.mvvtr.com
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.
561 Bear Creek Road, Winthrop
509-996-2370
1-888-CAMPOUT (226-7688)
pearrygin.lake@parks.wa.gov
www.parks.wa.gov
Riverbend
RV Park
Full
RV park & campground - big rig friendly - wifi - your
quiet retreat on the Methow River. Centrally located
so you can enjoy all that our beautiful valley has to offer.
19961
Hwy 20
Twisp, WA
509-997-3500
reservations@riverbendrv.com
www.riverbendrv.com
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!
677 Bear Creek Road
Winthrop, WA
509-996-2448
silverline_resort@yahoo.com
www.SilverlineResort.com
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.
509-996-2258
800-562-2158
campkoa@mymethow.com
www.methownet.com/koa
Horseback Riding
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
steve@cascadewildernessoutfiters.com
www.cascadewildernessoutfitters.com
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.
18078 Highway 20, Winthrop,
WA 98862
509-996-2659 or 800-737-8750
Saddle Shop & Riding Stables 509-996-3432
horse@methow.com
www.earlywintersoutfitting.com
Sun
Mtn. Lodge
9 miles SW of Winthrop, 4 diamond
resort, fine dining, horseback riding, mtn biking, pool,
tennis, hot tubs, XC skiing.
509-996-2211
800-572-0493
www.sunmountainlodge.com/summer/
horse.html
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.
509-997-1080
PO
Box 1125
Twisp,
WA 98856
outfitters@woga.org
www.woga.org
Scenic Drives
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.
Skagit Tours/Seattle City Light/Diablo Lake Adventure
206-684-3026 or 3030
janice.boman@seattle.gov
www.SkagitTours.com
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.
509-997-7169
PO Box 828
Twisp, WA 98856
email: methowschool@yahoo.com
Website: www.methowwildernessschool.com
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