With over 100 miles of winter ski trails becoming biking, hiking, and running trails in the summertime, you’ll have a wide variety of easy to difficult runs to choose from!
See the slopes of the North Cascades in full bloom on some of the best day hikes in the country! Blue Lake and Hart’s Pass are some of the most popular late summer hikes.
Whether you're looking to bike on paved roads or gravel, there are tons of options throughout Mazama and the Methow Valley.
Winthrop contains hundreds of miles of well-maintained mountain biking trails. With difficulty levels running from easy to advanced rides, take your pick of beautiful Methow Valley trails.
Rock climbing enthusiasts can find a wide variety of routes ranging from beginner to expert level climbing crags! There are many local climbing experts in the area to guide you as well. Check in with the folks at the Goats Beard and North Cascade Mountain Guides right in Mazama for all your adventure needs! Fun Rock and the Mazama Climbing Park is minutes from Base Camp 49 along with Goat Creek Climbing Park. For the diehards, Washington Pass is 15 minutes away.
Looking for an adrenaline rush? Whitewater rafting is a great way to spend a summer day on the Methow River!
Float the Methow River and enjoy Winthrops’ beautiful scenery! While there are certain parts of the river that are used for whitewater rafting, there are plenty of mellow and scenic floating areas.
Home to one of the largest populations of mule deer in the country, October attracts sportsmen from all over the West. With a population of over 17,000 mule deer, hunting in the hills of Methow Valley is a popular fall sport.
Hunting season for cougar and bear in the Methow Valley opens early August. Explore the valley’s vast public lands and wildlife.
Fly fishing in the Big Twin Lake is a popular summer activity. With hatches of chironomids, damselflies, and mayflies during late April, this lake is a bug factory and almost guarantees a catch! Or maybe you're looking to just throw a line from the bank of one of the many lakes in the Methow such as Pearrygyn Lake, Blackpine Lake, or Patterson lake. Several locations in Winthrop offer fishing license services.
See the slopes of the North Cascades in full bloom on some of the best day hikes in the country! Blue Lake and Hart’s Pass are some of the most popular late summer hikes.
Winthrop hosts over 250 different species of birds because of the different habitats and elevations. Try birdwatching, and see if you can spot a Peregrine Falcon!
Explore Winthrop’s peaceful valleys on horseback. With half-day rides, chuckwagon breakfast outings, and even multi-day pack trips are available! Early Winters Outfitters is minutes down the highway from Base Camp 49 and offers trail rides on the trails out your doors. There are other options available through the Methow Valley.
The Annual Methow Valley Rodeo is something you just can’t miss! Featuring barrel racing, bulls, mutton bustin’, and tons of Junior Rodeo events! Events take place both Memorial Day and Labor Day weekends. It's not called the Best Little Rodeo in the West for nothing!
Methow Valley Farmers Markets go on every Saturday from the beginning of April until the end of October. Check out amazing local vendors and food! They can be found in Twisp and Winthrop.
Experience deeper and drier powder with a short helicopter ride. This is a skiing experience you won't soon forget! North Cascade heli base is a quick 5 minute drive from Basecamp 49.
Visit one of the Northwest’s best kept secrets-the Loup Loup Ski Bowl. Affordable lift tickets are available, with 10 cut runs and 23 miles of groomed ski trails.
Mazama is home to the largest groomed cross-country ski trail system in North America. Explore 120 miles of trails right from your doorstep!
If you can walk, you can snowshoe! Scenic family-friendly snowshoe trails are one of the best ways to explore the Methow Valley.
Home to one of the largest populations of mule deer in the country, October attracts sportsmen from all over the West. With a population of over 17,000 mule deer, hunting in the hills of Methow Valley is a popular fall sport.
Don’t miss out on the beautiful landscape of the Methow Valley in fall! Larch trees are at their best this time of year, check out some hikes to view the golden hills.
Hunting season for cougar and bear in the Methow Valley opens early August. Explore the valley’s vast public lands and wildlife.
