Gravel drive into the valley with golden meadow, pine forest, and mountains in late-day sun

Methow Valley · Winthrop, WA

Area & Events

Discover the Methow Valley — one of the Pacific Northwest's most stunning destinations for outdoor adventure, local events, and year-round recreation.

Winthrop, Washington sits at the heart of the Methow Valley, a pristine mountain valley in the North Cascades. Known for its Old West character, friendly community, and world-class outdoor recreation, the Methow Valley is a destination for every season.

The Wolfridge Resort Community sits right on the Methow Community Ski Trail, giving you ski-in/ski-out access to over 200 kilometers of groomed trails in winter. In summer, these trails become part of the Methow Valley Trails bike network — one of the largest mountain biking trail systems in North America.

What's Happening

Local Events

Winthrop and the Methow Valley host festivals and events throughout the year.

Snowshoe Softball

Mid-February

Winthrop Balloon Festival

Beginning of March

'49er Days

Mid-May

Methow Valley Rodeo

Late May & Early September

Winthrop Rhythm & Blues Festival

Usually 3rd weekend in July

Chamber Music Festival

Late July to Early August

Winthrop Auto Rallye

Weekend after Labor Day

MVSTA Fall Festival

Early October

For a full calendar of events, visit the Winthrop Events Calendar.

Activities

Something Every Season

From deep powder to warm river days, the Methow Valley delivers year-round.

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Winter

Cross-country skiing — 200km+ of groomed trails on the Methow Community Ski Trail network. Ski-in/ski-out from Wolfridge.
Downhill skiing — Loup Loup Ski Bowl is a 30-minute drive, offering family-friendly runs and uncrowded slopes.
Snowshoeing — Explore the valley on snowshoe trails through forests and meadows.
Fat biking — Groomed fat bike trails for winter cycling.

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Summer

Mountain biking — The Methow Valley Trails network offers hundreds of miles of singletrack, from beginner to expert.
Hiking — Explore the North Cascades with trails for all skill levels, including alpine lakes and ridge walks.
River access — The Methow River is a short walk from Wolfridge, perfect for swimming, floating, and fishing.
Swimming — Enjoy the seasonal heated pool at Wolfridge (Memorial Day through Labor Day).

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Year-Round

Hot tub — The Wolfridge year-round hot tub is the perfect way to unwind after a day of adventure.
Wellness & yoga retreats — Our properties are ideal for small group wellness retreats in a quiet, inspiring setting.
Wildlife viewing — Deer, eagles, owls, and more are common visitors to the Wolfridge community.
Stargazing — Minimal light pollution makes for spectacular night skies.

Trails & Outfitters

Explore the Valley

From groomed ski trails to whitewater rafting, the Methow Valley has something for everyone.

Hiking, Biking & Skiing

The Methow Valley Sport Trails Association (MVSTA) maintains one of the largest cross-country ski trail networks in North America. In winter, enjoy over 200km of groomed trails. In summer, the same network opens for hiking and mountain biking.

Phone: 509-996-3287 · mvsta.com