are the “American Alps” of the North Cascades. North Cascades Heli-ski can provide the experience of a lifetime as they fly skiers in for the best turns. Also popular are ski-touring and backcountry skiing, accessing run after run by your own initiative. Find out more at heli-ski.com.
Alpine skiing at its coolest
There are a dozen ski resorts in Washington state but we challenge you to find one as cool as Loup Loup Ski Bowl. The Loup’s best assets might be what it doesn’t have. The Loup doesn’t have lift lines, heavy, wet snow, an attitude and exorbitant pass prices. What it does have is big mountain views, close proximity to Winthrop and Twisp and days where all the powder may not even get skied out. They even have a tubing hill and more cross country ski trails! Learn more about this gem at skitheloup.com.
Exploring on foot
Snowshoe-friendly trails also abound at several areas in the valley. Check in with one of our helpful outdoor gear stores to learn about rentals and routes.
Snowmobile in the backcountry
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If you like exploring a lot of area scenery, then snowmobiling might be the best way to take in lots of snow-covered terrain. The Methow Valley has over 300 miles of groomed snowmobile trails and endless ungroomed opportunities. Information on snowmobile locations and rentals at winthropwashington.com.
Salads Beer & Wine Newly Remodeled Best Draft Beer Selection in the Valley Happy Hour from 3-5pm
Open Every Day (509) 996-3996 • 720 Hwy 20 So., Winthrop
River and lake ice fishing
Avid anglers, rejoice — ice fishing on the Methow Valley’s frozen lakes is one of those experiences you can’t find everywhere. Surprisingly, it’s not just hearty lake fisherman — winter steelhead fishing in the Methow Valley’s rivers also provides a unique challenge to those not afraid of a little cold weather.
Winthrop Hop Rendezvous June 21st • 1- 6 pm
Whether you cross country ski, fat bike, alpine ski, snowboard, sled, snowshoe, ice skate or snowmobile, gliding in a Methow Valley winter will be an experience that you will not forget. Information provided by Methow Valley Sport Trails Association. ❂
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Point to point mountain bike rides Self-guided rides Games and activities for kids and adults Raffles and more!
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