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Enchantments


The Enchantments are rugged and unique landscape within the Alpine Lakes Wilderness. Overnight permits are required.

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Recreation

With over 6,000 miles of trails, 177 campgrounds, and eight Wilderness areas, there is something for everyone on the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest. Find your next adventure by visiting one of our six Ranger Districts and exploring what your public lands have to offer.

Trails pages are currently not available. In the mean time, many of our fantastic partners do have resources on their websites to help you plan your trip. We recommend checking the trailhead pages below for the authoritative information on pass and fee requirements, closures, and other rules.  You may also visit one of our partners' pages for more information on conditions and what to expect. The Forest Service does not monitor or validate the information on these partner pages, and most rely on user input, so please use caution and prepare for all possible conditions.

Washington Trails Association hiking guides and trip reports have information on most non-motorized trails across the forest. 

In the Methow Valley, visit the Methow Valley Trails Collaborative trail conditions page.

Along the 1-90 corridor in the Cle Elum Ranger District, the Mountains to Sound Greenway maintains information on exploring the region. 

 

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Air Strip Sno-Park

Site Open
This Sno-park features 186 miles of snowmobiling trails. There are approximately 80 parking spaces. More information can be found on the Washington State Parks Winter Recreation Website.

Alpine Lakes Wilderness: Okanogan-Wenatchee

The Alpine Lakes Wilderness is located in the Central Cascades Region of Washington state and is jointly administered by the Okanogan-Wenatchee and Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forests. The popular…

Alpine Meadows Campground

Site Open
Hiking
This campground is located along the Chiwawa River, 21 miles from Fish Lake.  8 campsites are located in a valley floor. Sites are occupied on a first come first served basis.

American Forks Campground

Site Open
Hunting, Fishing and Shooting Picnicking
American Forks Campground is located about 40 miles west of Naches, near the American River and Bumping River in the eastern Cascade Mountains. Facilities: The campground has 12 first-come,…

American Ridge Lodge

Hiking Outdoor Science and Learning Winter Sports
Tucked in the foothills of the Cascades, the American Ridge Lodge sits just outside the boundary of the William O. Douglas Wilderness. The rustic and spacious 43-foot x 48-foot lodge, although…

American Ridge Trailhead

Horse Riding and Camping Hiking
Provides access to American Ridge Trail #958 within the William O. Douglas Wilderness. Shorter trips are possible too, including American Lake, which offers both a day hike with a camping option.

American River Guard Station

Hiking Winter Sports
Dappled sunlight filters through the trees and splashes across the roof of the American River Guard Station. The cabin, located in the heart of the central Cascades recreation area off the scenic…

Andrews Creek Trailhead

Hunting, Fishing and Shooting Horse Riding and Camping Hiking
Provides access to Andrews Creek Trail #504. This forested trailhead near Andrews Creek is popular with horse riders, has a stock ramp, hitch-rails, and adequate parking for stock trailers. This…

Andy Creek Trailhead

Horse Riding and Camping Hiking
Provides access to Russell Ridge Trail #1111 that meets up with Ironstone Mountain Trail #1141 to access William O. Douglas Wilderness.