Washington Pass Observation Site

Short paved fully accessible trail to a stunning view of Liberty Bell Mountain, Early Winters Spires and Kangaroo Ridge.

Title:	Silver Star Mountain from Washington Pass Overlook
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Title:	Liberty Bell Mountain and Hwy 20 from Washington Pass Overlook
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Title:	Washington Pass Overlook1
Date:	07/13/2011
Forest Name:	Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest
Location:	Methow Valley Ranger District
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Description:	A picture taken at Washington Pass of the overlook railing being replaced
Source:	USDA Forest Service

Title:	Washington Pass Overlook trail2
Date:	07/13/2011
Forest Name:	Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest
Location:	Methow Valley Ranger District
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Description:	A picture of trail reconstruction at the Washington Pass Overlook
Source:	USDA Forest Service

At a Glance

Current Conditions:	For current forest service road, trail or campground conditions go to: http://www.fs.usda.gov/alerts/okawen/alerts-notices
Area Amenities:	Interpretive Site, Accessible, Picnic tables, Toilets, Parking
Fees:	Fee not required.
Open Season:	July
Usage:	Heavy
Best Season:	August
Busiest Season:	August
Restrictions:	No camping.
Closest Towns:	Mazama, Wa
Water:	No
Restroom:	Vault Toilet (1)
Passes:	Not required.
Operated By:	Forest Service
Information Center:	Methow Valley Ranger District

Accessibility:

Short trail flat paved trail to Washington Pass Observation Site is fully accessible.

Directions:

From Winthrop, drive west 30 miles on Highway 20, turn right onto paved road to Washington Pass Overlook, drive 2 miles to parking area.

Map showing recreational areas. Map Information

A very short paved fully accessible trail to viewpoint.

Beautiful seasonal plants with alpine larch and colorful shrubs providing spectacular colors.

Short trail to view of Liberty Bell Mountain, Early Winters Spires, and Kangaroo Ridge.

General Notes

Access road Highway 20 is closed in the winter months and usually reopens in May.

Interpretive signs along trail.

Picnic tables are available at this site for day use.

Interpretive Site:	interpretive information
Picnic tables:	for day use only. No camping allowed.
Parking:	paved parking
Toilets:	Vault toilets are wheelchair accessible.
Accessible:	Fully accessible, easy, paved trail with no elevation gain.