Methow Valley Ranger District

With its big valleys, remote expanses, high ridges and beautiful rivers, the Methow Valley Ranger District's 1.3 million acres extends from near the town of Twisp.

Diverse wilderness awaits explorers of all types and alpine lakes are a hideaway for backpackers and anglers. The Methow is also known for its extensive cross-country ski trail network and winter sports opportunities. 

The Methow Ranger District offers hundreds of miles of trails with a hiking season that averages from June to October.  Some trails are open to motorcycles and bikes; however no mechanized vehicles are permitted within Pasayten or Lake Chelan Sawtooth Wilderness Areas.

During summer months, The North Cascades Scenic Highway 20 provides a direct link to the west side of Washington State. An overlook at Washington Pass gives spectacular views of massive Liberty Bell Mountain (7,790 feet tall) and Early Winters Spires. The highway closes during the winter months to car travel but can be accessed by experienced adventurers for backcountry use.