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Sports-Fishing/Rafting/Skiing |
Methow
Adventures
Guided Tours. fishing, hiking, rafting,
horse back riding, Cowboy Dinners & Wagon Rides, Rock Climbing, Snowmobiling,
Sleigh Rides...Methow Adventures has your outdoor activities covered! Located
in Twisp.
scottp@methow.com |
River Recreation
Your Best Source for Whitewater
Rafting adventures
in Washington State! Voted Washington
State's best valued outfitter for a great, memorable time! River Recreation
has been white water rafting and kayaking Washington rivers for over 24
years and is one of the most respected whitewater outfitters in Washington
State, and the Pacific Northwest.
office@riverrecreation.com |
North Cascades
Fly Fishing
With North Cascades Fly Fishing,
you'll find the
perfect balance between serious
fishing and serious fun! Come visit the pristine Methow Valley in Eastern
Washington for your ultimate fly fishing experience. With North Cascades
Fly Fishing, you will find the perfect balance between serious fishing
and serious fun.
guides@fishandfloat.com |
Blue Sky
Outfitters Methow River Rafting
Enjoy the dry climate and arid hillsides
of the lower Methow Valley, as you explode through some of the best whitewater
in the state. You will plunge through such rapids as Hurricane, the Jolly
Green Giant, the Mother Lode, and the legendary Black Canyon containing
the fearsome Black Hole!
rafting@blueskyoutfitters.com |
Osprey
River Adventures
Whether it's in hard-core whitewater
or on a mellow float, you'll be assured of a fun trip with the seasoned
local guides of Osprey River Adventures.
Enjoy the benefits of our knowledgeable,
friendly staff, top quality equipment, great food, and a wonderful river
environment.
Twisp, WA 9885
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Hunting
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Chicamun
Springs Ranch
Guided Bird Hunting excursions
At the heart of the picture-perfect
valley rests Chicamun Springs Ranch. The springs that give the ranch its
name lured the first homesteaders there. As they have since before the
turn of the century, those same springs provide water to nourish fields
of grain. The grain, in turn, sustains thriving populations of pheasants,
chukar and quail.
5.7 Miles, Libby Creek Road
Carlton, WA 98814
cdlarson@serv.net |
North Cascade
Safaris
The Methow Drainage is renowned
for deer hunting. We offer a drop trip and a deluxe trip (not a guided
hunt). We pack into the Pasayten Wilderness (Sheep Mountain area) for the
early season. We pack into the Okanogan and Wenatchee National Forest,
Pasayten and Lake Chelan Sawtooth Wilderness areas during the general season.
ncs@mymethow.com
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Snow
Sports
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Methow
Valley Ski School
19 Brengman Rd
Winthrop, WA 98862
INSPIRING CROSS COUNTRY SKI LESSONS
AND SUPERB RENTAL GEAR
xcski@methownet.com |
North Cascade Heli-Skiing
For nearly 20 years, North Cascade
Heli-Skiing has guided skiers and snow boarders into the spectacular mountains
surrounding the beautiful and isolated Methow Valley of Washington state.
We are a company that focuses on guiding small groups to a high-quality
skiing/riding experience in one of the world’s most rugged and enchanting
mountain ranges.
Mazama, WA 98833
info@heli-ski.com |
Loop Loop
Ski Bowl
Loop Loop
Ski area offers a variety of terrain for all levels of skiers. Located
only 30 minutes from Winthrop. There is one quad chair lift, jr. poma lift,
rope tow, and a day lodge. Try out the nordic trails 25km at the Loop.
Skiing & snowboarding lessons and rentals are available at the sight.
Highest Elevation
5,240 feet
Vertical Rise
1,240 feet
Offering 13
Runs( 20% Novice, 30% Intermediate, 50% Advance) Offering alpine skiing,
night skiing, cross country and a half pipe.
Longest Run
10,560 feet
3 Lifts: 1
fixed quad, 2 tow
Annual Snowfall
is about 4 feet
P.O. Box 1686,
Omak WA 98841
info@skitheloup.com |
Chewack
River Guest Ranch
A Snowmobiler's Paradise!
Hosts & Owners, Don & Chris
Lundgren operate this year-round adventure. Outdoor enthusiasts will find
a variety of activities available to keep them outside and on the go. Horseback
riding through the Ranch's cattle range offers a variety of landscapes
for the beginning to expert rider to enjoy. We offer many different length
rides from one hour to day long rides. Besides horseback riding, the Ranch
offers many varied activities.
588 East Chewack Road
Winthrop, WA 98862
chewack@methow.com
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Hiking
& Biking
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Winthrop
Mountain Sports
Bike and ski rentals. Contact us
for year round fun!
257 Riverside Ave.
Winthrop, WA 98862
info@winthropmountainsports.com |
North Cascades
Mountain Guides
We offer courses and private trips
for rock climbing, alpine climbing, mountaineering, ice climbing and back
country skiing on the rugged and spectacular "Alps of America" as well
as other ranges. North Cascades Mountain Guides specializes in low ratio
custom trips and professional programs rich with in depth skills instruction,
challenge and adventure. Whatever your ambitions include, you will find
that we offer the best times, the best people and the best of places.
Mazama, WA 98833
ncinfo@ncmountainguides.com
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Recreation
Rentals
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Winthrop
Mountain Sports
Bike and ski rentals. Contact us
for year round fun!
257 Riverside Ave.
Winthrop, WA 98862
info@winthropmountainsports.com |
Morning
Glory Balloon Tours
Winthrop, WA 98862
The Methow Valley's year 'round
balloon company. Experience the peaceful thrill of ballooning in some of
Washington's most beautiful scenery. We fly in the early morning hours
when the winds are the calmest. Your adventure begins from the town of
Winthrop. Hot drinks are provided as the crew prepares the balloon. Each
journey is unique, combining low level views over the treetops with spectacular
panoramas from higher elevations. There is little feeling of movement as
we gently drift with the light winds.
morningglory@balloonwinthrop.com
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Horse
Back Riding/Packing
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Early Winters
Outfitting & Saddle
Early Winter's Outfitting is based
out of Mazama, Washington in the beautiful Methow Valley. Owners Aaron
Lee & Judy Burkhart have over a decade of experience guiding pack trips
for recreationists, photographers, hunters and fishermen.
They offer unforgettable experiences
with opportunities to participate in cattle drives, children's camps, packing
school, horseback riding, scenic hunting, fishing, photography trips, day
rides, and packtrips.
horse@methow.com |
Chewack
River Guest Ranch
A Snowmobiler's Paradise!
Hosts & Owners, Don & Chris
Lundgren operate this year-round adventure. Outdoor enthusiasts will find
a variety of activities available to keep them outside and on the go. Horseback
riding through the Ranch's cattle range offers a variety of landscapes
for the beginning to expert rider to enjoy. We offer many different length
rides from one hour to day long rides. Besides horseback riding, the Ranch
offers many varied activities.
588 East Chewack Road
Winthrop, WA 98862
chewack@methow.com |
Methow
Adventures
Guided Tours. horse back riding,
fishing, hiking, rafting, Cowboy Dinners & Wagon Rides, Rock
Climbing, Snowmobiling, Sleigh Rides...Methow Adventures has your outdoor
activities covered! Located in Twisp.
scottp@methow.com |
Pasayten
Llama Packing
We offer full service trips with
mouth-watering meals, loop tours, drop camp trips, wildflower hikes, backcountry
fishing and boundary trail trekking on the US-Canada border. Pre-planned
or customized trips based on personal preference are available June though
October.
Twisp, WA 98856
info@mtllama.com |
Chewack
River Guest Ranch
Hosts & Owners, Don & Chris
Lundgren operate this year-round adventure. Outdoor enthusiasts will find
a variety of activities available to keep them outside and on the go. Horseback
riding through the Ranch's cattle range offers a variety of landscapes
for the beginning to expert rider to enjoy. We offer many different length
rides from one hour to day long rides. Besides horseback riding, the Ranch
offers many varied activities.
588 East Chewack Road
Winthrop, WA 98862
chewack@methow.com |
North Cascade
Outfitters
Horseback Adventures in
Washington's Cascade Wilderness
with
Jess & Steve Darwood
PO Box 103
Carlton, WA 98814
cowpoke151@hotmail.com |
Methow
Valley Chapter
Backcountry Horsemen of Washington
P O Box 902
Twisp, WA 98856
shannonlazyk@mymethow.com |
Early Winters
Outfitting
Aaron Lee & Judy Burkhart, Outfitter
& Guides
Saddle Shop & Riding Stables,
pack trips & hunting trips.
horse@methow.com
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Places
to Fish around Winthrop
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Big Twin
Lakes
Big Twin Lake is a quality lake
stocked annually with rainbow trout - selective fishing regulations apply.
Only a few minutes from downtown Winthrop.
bigtwinlake@comcast.net |
Methow
River
Long noted for its steelhead fishery,
the National Marine Fisheries Service in 1998 designated steelhead runs
in the upper Columbia River Basin in danger of extinction, which precludes
any scheduled steelhead season. Catch-and-release trout fishing is available
in portions of the river during a June 1 through September 30 season, with
selective gear rules in effect. Check the regulations pamphlet for boundary
restrictions, which change (to expand the open area) effective May 1, 2006.
Dolly Varden/bull trout fishing is prohibited to help improve numbers of
these native char. Some whitefish action is available December 1 through
March 31, as well as steelhead if the run forecast exceeds natural production
and hatchery broodstock requirements. The steelhead fishery opens by emergency
regulation, so check the agency website or with the Ephrata WDFW office
in the fall. Disabled accessibility - Level 2; DP, WCT, Blk Tpa, level
area. Camping is available but steep river banks are not very accessible
to wheelchair users. There are several WDFW access sites along the river
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Pearrygin
Lake
(212 acres) One mile northeast of
Winthrop on the Methow Wildlife Area. Last Saturday in April through September
30 open season. Expect good fishing for 10- to 11-inch rainbow trout, plus
carry-overs to 15 inches. State park facilities and a public access with
launch and toilets are available. Disabled accessibility - Level 2 at the
state park, with accessible camping sites and an accessible fishing pier.
pearrygin.lake@parks.wa.gov |
Chewuch
River
Methow River From the mouth (Highway
97 bridge) upstream to the confluence with the Chewuch (Chewack) River
in Winthrop: EXCEPT closed from the second powerline crossing upstream
of the Highway 97 Bridge upstream to first Highway 153 Bridge north of
Pateros: Selective gear rules, except it is lawful to fish from a floating
device equipped with a motor, night closure in effect, and all steelhead
with an intact adipose fin and steelhead containing a disk tag must be
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Campbell
Lake
(11 acres) On the Methow Wildlife
Area near the town of Winthrop. Open to catch-and-release, selective gear
rules fishing only from April 1 through August 31; Campbell Lake then switches
to a "catch-and-keep" special winter season September 1 through March 31,
without selective gear rules. Catchable-size rainbow trout are planted
every spring. If winter conditions are mild, the lake can produce carry-overs
to 16 inches. There is a WDFW access site with toilet, but there are no
launching facilities for trailered boats (car-toppers or float tubes only). |
Cougar
Lake
(9 acres) On the Methow Wildlife
Area, near Winthrop. Open season is September 1 through March 31. This
popular fall/winter lake can provide good fishing for rainbow trout to
15 inches. There is a campground nearby with a graveled boat launch suitable
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Davis Lake
(39 acres)
Near the town of Winthrop. Open
to catch-and-release, selective gear rules only from April 1 through August
31; electric motors can be used. Davis Lake then switches to a "catch-and-keep"
special winter season from September 1 through March 31 without selective
gear rules. Fishing should be good for 11- to 13-inch rainbow trout. There
is a WDFW access site with a graveled boat launch. |
Patterson
Lake
(143 acres) Three miles west of
Winthrop. Last Saturday in April through October 31 open season. Recent
plants of triploid brook trout and rainbows should provide better fishing
than previous years. Expect fish in the 11- to 12-inch range for both species.
This popular Methow Valley lake has a resort, plus public access with toilets
and a boat launch. |
Leader
Lake
(Reservoir) (159 acres): About a
40 minute drive south east from Winthrop.
Last Saturday in April through September
30 open season. Good fishing for rainbow trout averaging 12 inches is expected
for the opener, with some carry-overs to 16 inches. Crappie and bluegill
fishing has been good in recent years, and provides fishing opportunity
well into the summer after the trout fishing subsides. Boat launches, toilets,
and camping are available.
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Other
Fun Outdoor Activities
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Morning
Glory Balloon Tours
The Methow Valley's year 'round
balloon company. Experience the peaceful thrill of ballooning in some of
Washington's most beautiful scenery.
Winthrop, WA 98862
morningglory@balloonwinthrop.com |
Bear Creek
Golf Course
Situated in the beautiful Methow
Valley, Bear Creek Golf Course lies north of Twisp and southeast of Winthrop
on the old Ortell cattle ranch. In 1948 Herman Court
golf@bearcreekgolfcourse.com
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