Mountain Biking

Okanogan Country offers all challenge levels for the avid mountain biker from beginning to advanced.

We would like to offer some tips. If you're not used to riding bent over, take frequent breaks and stretch your neck muscles. This is a wonderful opportunity to take in the scenery, animals, birds and beautiful sky! In fact your cadence may be hard to maintain as there are so many views to slow down to see.

Scanning constantly will be essential as terrain characteristics can change quickly. Okanogan Country offers gentle terrain for the beginner or leisurely roll and exciting terrain where the crouch position will be required

QUICK FACTS

The Methow Valley has the most miles of trail available in Okanogan Country. Tucked in a high pocket of the majestic North Cascades, the Methow Valley offers the best mountain bike riding and road riding with so little traffic in the Northwestern United States. More than a million acres of public lands criss-crossed by dirt roads and double/single track trails offer experiences in the saddle that are virtually endless. And the climate! Low humidity, clear mountain air, and plenty of sunshine are common throughout the season. You'll find rides for every skill level: gentle mountain trails perfect for a youngster's first tour in the woods, and dizzying mountain cranks that will test the skill and stamina of the most decorated mountain bike warrior.

United States Forest Service
Go to the USFS information centers, website or call ahead
for complete trail information in Okanogan County l www.usfs.com

Methow Valley Sports Trails Association
(800) 682-5785 l www.mvsta.com

Downriver Trail
6 mile hike/jog/bike trail along the Columbia River below | Grand Coulee Dam

		Methow Valley Sports Trails Assc./MVSTA 209 Castle Ave PO Box 147 Winthrop, Wa - 98862 509-996-3287 info@mvsta.com http://www.mvsta.com :: Show on Map :: The Methow Valley Sport Trails Association is a non-profit organization dedicated to developing and promoting environmentally sound recreation on or near the trail system in the Methow Valley. The trail system includes over 200 kilometers of groomed trails and is recognized as one of the finest trail systems in North America for cross-country skiing, off-road biking and hiking.
		Okanogan National Forests 1 W Winesap Tonasket, Wa - 98855 509-486-2186 http://www.fs.fed.us/r6/okanogan :: Show on Map :: The Okanogan National Forest offers a variety of recreational opportunities for the adventurer. With over 800 miles of wilderness trails to explore by foot or horse you could spend weeks just enjoying the back country. There are also barrier free trails for individuals with disabilites. Motorbike, mt. bike, snowmobile, and other recreational vehicles also have opportunities tojoin the fun.
		Sun Mountain Lodge PO Box 1000 Winthrop, Wa - 98862 509-996-2211 800-572-0493 http://www.sunmountainlodge.com :: Show on Map :: A year-round destination resort, Sun Mountain Lodge in Washington State's beautiful Methow Valley offers the outdoor enthusiast a unique playground and luxurious lodging.