Mazama, Washington
When you head over the Cascades, you leave the rain shadow that hangs over the west; the air is drier, the snow is fluffier, ponderosa pines replace the hemlocks and firs, and the gray is a little less frequent. Mazama is one of Washington’s small eastside towns that reaps the geographical benefits. Located in the Methow Valley on a popular whitewater and fishing stretch of the Methow River, Mazama is surrounded with some of the best nordic skiing, rock climbing, backpacking, heli-skiing and backcountry exploration in Washington. It still resembles a crossroads town, one where the answer to all your questions will lead you to the famous general store in town, The Mazama Store. But, that reputation is slowly changing as Mazama becomes more of a year-round resort destination for people that want to enjoy the 120 miles of nordic trails in the winter and 2,000 feet of multi-pitch sport and trad routes in the summer, with a bit of backcountry skiing, hiking, mountain biking, river rafting, kayaking, and fly fishing in between.
Recent Articles
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The 8 Best Snowshoeing Trails You Need To Experience In Washington
During the middle of winter there isn’t a better way to see the frosty scenery outside than by strapping on snowshoes and hitting the trails. Sure it’s approaching 30 degrees, but have you seen the enchanting landscapes this time of year? Washington especially has some dreamy scenery this season, with both mountains and Evergreen forest […]
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My First Trip to Winthrop and the Methow Valley
The snow began falling as we hit Pateros and climbed the Methow Valley Highway. The light flurries obfuscated the distance. “Deer!” I swerved across the yellow lines and back, feeling lucky we hadn’t seen any cars heading down the valley yet. I guess most Methow residents settle in before Saturday night winter storms. Right before […]
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These 10 Cozy Cabins & Lodges Are Perfect For Your Winter Getaway
Cabins provide a cozy escape no matter what time of year it is. In the winter, when the weather turns cold, there’s nothing like curling up inside a log cabin in the middle of nowhere, away from the chaos and worries of everyday life, even if it’s just for a couple of days. Or in […]
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The Bulger List – Washington’s Highest 100 Peaks
In the summer of ’96, I ran into a friend that I hadn’t seen in awhile. After catching up and laughing about the crazy times back in college, he mentioned that a few guys were climbing Mount Shuksan in a couple of weeks and asked if I wanted to join them. I immediately said yes, […]
Featured Mountains in Mazama
| Mountain | Approx. Elevation |
|---|---|
| Silver Star Mountain | 8,876 ft (2,705 m) |
| Liberty Bell Mountain | 7,680 ft (2,341 m) |
| Goat Peak | 6,821 ft (2,079 m) |
| Gardner Mountain | 8,898 ft (2,712 m) |
| Flagg Mountain | 3,914 ft (1,193 m) |
| Big Snagtooth | 8,330 ft (2,539 m) |
| The Needles | 7,884 ft (2,403 m) |
| Early Winters Spires | 7,664 ft (2,336 m) |
| Goat Wall | 2,838 ft (865 m) |
