Okanogan Country's 2015 Travel Guide - page 4

From the North Cascades to the
Methow and
Columbia Rivers
, the Methow Valley’s scenic beauty
offers plenty of recreational and cultural opportunities.
Here you will find some of the
world’s best
cross-country skiing
, hiking and mountain biking,
local organic farming, galleries, theater and live music.
WINTHROP
Back country skiing, boardwalks and
cowboy boots, and big cowboy hats thrive in the
Old
West town
of
Winthrop
, but you’ll also find
wine
tasting
, shopping and dining. Don’t miss the
Balloon
Roundup
in March or the famous
49er Days
in May
.
Explore the
Shafer Historical Museum’s
famous
outdoor replica pioneer village, wander the boardwalks
and take the time to experience Winthrop’s two walk-
ing bridges, one north and one on the south edge of
downtown. MethowTrails
TWISP
In the heart of the Methow Valley, Twisp is
home to musicians, thespians, painters, sculptors, and
glass, metal and fabric artists. Enjoy live theater at the
Merc Playhouse
and art exhibits at the
Confluence
Gallery and Twispworks
. For great food and cool
brews, stop by a local brewery. On seasonal Saturdays,
don’t miss the famous
Methow Valley Farmers
Market
right off the main highway. As the summer heats
up, take a dip in the
Wagner Pool
and enjoy the
Twisp
Park
, at the confluence of the Twisp and Methow Rivers.
Up the
Twisp River Recreation Area
find numerous
trails for outstanding hikes and camping.
THE GREAT OUTDOORS
For the outdoor
enthusiast, the Methow Valley is a fantastic base for
exploring the
North Cascades National Park
or the
half-million acre
PasaytenWilderness
. Autumn brings
S
pring
C
reek
B
ridge
, D
owntown
W
inthrop
V
iews of
M
ethow
V
alley
M
ethow
T
rails
H
orse
S
pring
C
oulee
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REGIONS: Methow
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