Osoyoos, British Columbia
Top Spots in and near Osoyoos
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Osoyoos, British Columbia
Spotted Lake Viewpoint
5.00.32 mi / 36 ft gainThe Okanagan Highlands is home to a myriad of unique natural phenomena but nothing quite as otherworldly as Spotted Lake.Known to the Syilx People as Khiluk, or the "grandfather of lakes", it is a sacred place for healing and is said to contain 365 coloured spots, one for each day of the year. S...Read more -
Oroville, Washington
Hike the Similkameen Trail
2.09.7 mi / 35 ft gainThe Similkameen Trail is a short section of the Pacific Northwest National Scenic Trail(PNT) as it heads west from the the town of Oroville, WA following an old railroad grade in the heart of the Okanagan.From the trailhead in town you'll head west for 1.5 miles before coming to an alternate trai...Read more -
Loomis, Washington
Backpack the Pasayten Wilderness via Horseshoe Basin
5.020 mi / 3500 ft gainPlease consult with the Forest Service for current road and trail conditions, especially of your are planning a trip on the fringes of the season, i.e. early spring and late fall, as conditions may change without notice and this trail is a long ways from anywhere. When planning a trip to Horsesho...Read more -
Loomis, Washington
Backpack the Pasayten Wilderness via Iron Gate Trailhead
24 miWe started our adventure at the Iron Gate Trailhead. The trail to begin with was pretty flat for about a mile and then begins to ascend higher and higher making for a bit of a workout. You walk through forests with hints of aspen trees and wildflowers, after that it changes to walking through a v...Read more -
Okanogan County, Washington
Cathedral Lakes and Amphitheater Mountain
5.037.4 mi / 6493 ft gainLocated in the Pasayten Wilderness and surrounded by Amphitheater Mountain and Cathedral Peak, Cathedral Lakes are a great destination for a multi-day backpacking trip. The shortest route to get Cathedral Lakes (not coming from Canada) is roughly 19 miles. This may be a bit of a "slog" but is def...Read more -
Penticton, British Columbia
Rock Climbing Adventures at Skaha Bluffs
5.0With many different walls to choose from, Skaha Bluffs is a phenomenal climbing area for any level of climber. The rock quality is nothing short of phenomenal, and you will learn to trust even the smallest of holds!Because Penticton is in the Okanagan Valley, it does get quite warm. Consider plan...Read more -
Loomis, Washington
Remmel Mountain. & Four Point Lake
5.033.25 mi / 6417 ft gainRemmel Mountain (8685 ft), the former site of a fire lookout, is a massive pile of granite and a wonderful destination for panoramic views of the rugged Pasayten Wilderness. The mountain itself can be accessed from several trailheads and although there are no short routes to the base of the moun...Read more -
Winthrop, Washington
Cross-Country Ski the Rendezvous Huts
During the winter months, there are few places in the country that are as isolated, picturesque and active as the Methow Valley, home to the western themed town of Winthrop and the tiny little town of Mazama.With over 200 kilometers of well-groomed cross country ski trails throughout the valley, ...Read more -
Winthrop, Washington
Pipestone Canyon Rim Trail Loop
8.77 mi / 1437 ft gainThe Methow Valley in north-central Washington is magical for myriad reasons—the dry powder and bluebird days of winter, the hot high-desert days of summer, stunning views of the North Cascades Mountains to the west; the list goes on and on. Adding to its mystique is the little-known Pipestone Ca...Read more
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Camping and Lodging in Osoyoos
Oroville, Washington
Lost Lake Group Unit
Overview
Lost Lake Group Site is located in Lost Lake Campground which is situated on the northern edge of Lost Lake on the Tonasket Rang...
Tonasket, Washington
Bonaparte Lake Campground
Overview
Bonaparte Lake Campground is located on the southern edge of Bonaparte Lake east of Tonasket, WA, in the Okanogan-Wenatchee Nati...