The Methow Valley offers glamping close to Twisp, Washington at elevations ranging from 1,640 to 4,000 feet with seasonal temperature swings of 50+ degrees between summer and winter. Several campgrounds maintain year-round operations despite heavy winter snowfall, with camping areas positioned along the Methow River providing habitats for eagles, deer, and salmon depending on season.
What to do
Mountain biking trails: Boulder Creek Campground provides access to numerous trails with varying difficulty levels. "Beautiful mountain views. Creek is amazing. Campsites are well maintained. Restroom are cleaned daily," notes a camper at Boulder Creek.
Fishing at multiple lakes: Leader Lake Campground offers diverse fishing opportunities. "Lake has trout, largemouth bass and crappies. Toilets are vault houses but were clean enough," explains a reviewer at Leader Lake Campground.
Exploring local western towns: The Pine Near RV Park positions campers near Winthrop's attractions. "Only a short block walk into the heart of Winthrop which has all amenities, restaurants, micro brews, shopping etc. Very clean restrooms," shares a visitor.
Wildlife viewing: Riverbend RV Park features excellent wildlife watching opportunities. "We appreciated the off-leash dog space! A good, last minute get-away by the river and beautiful scenery," reports a camper about their stay.
What campers like
Spacious campsite layouts: Many campgrounds in the Twisp area provide ample space between sites. "The sites are HUGE for a KOA and very well maintained. Sorta a western vibe which goes along with Winthrop City," mentions a guest at Winthrop/N. Cascades National Park KOA Holiday.
Natural swimming spots: Several campgrounds feature river access for summer cooling. "Just sounds of nature. Spots vary in size and the ones with lake access go first," explains a visitor to Antilon Lake Campground.
Riverfront camping: Waterfront sites remain in high demand throughout the Methow Valley. "A good, last minute get-away by the river and beautiful scenery. This is a great location for day trips," notes a camper at Riverbend RV Park.
Budget-friendly options: American Legion Park offers economical camping with unexpected amenities. "Free WiFi, free showers, bathrooms, water faucet, and water spigot is hard to beat," shares a visitor about this inexpensive alternative.
What you should know
Varying bug conditions: Mosquitoes can be intense at certain times and locations. "After setting up our tent and bunking down for the night we found probably 100 mosquitoes INSIDE of the tent. We were able to kill them all but spent the rest of the night listening to thousands of mosquitoes," reports a camper at Antilon Lake Campground.
Limited cell coverage: Many areas have restricted connectivity. "No cell service for me out here (T-Mobile). The road was rough, but pretty much any car can handle it," mentions a visitor at Antilon Lake Campground.
Weekend crowding: Popular sites fill quickly on weekends. "The place fills up fast so if you want a spot in the weekend then you better get there fast," advises a camper at Leader Lake Campground.
Pay showers: Some campgrounds charge for shower use. "Great little campground with very nice owners. My only complaint is that the showers cost money!" notes a camper at Pine Near RV Park.
Tips for camping with families
Look for campgrounds with play areas: Several sites feature dedicated children's zones. "Swimming pool, bike rentals, mining for gems, arrowheads and fossils; purchase from store, playground. Cabins are quieter than tent/RV sites," recommends a visitor to Pine Near RV Park.
Consider riverside camping options: Water access keeps children entertained. "Nice quiet amenities - new bathrooms, large dog area, easy river access, playground was older but did the trick for the kids, nice paved roads to scooter and skate, yard games set up for anyone's use," shares a visitor at Riverbend RV Park.
Reserve glamping accommodations: Luxury tent options near Twisp offer comfort for families not ready for traditional camping. "Tent camped here by myself with 3 kids. It was super easy, nice showers, very close to town!" reports a parent who stayed at Pine Near RV Park.
Tips from RVers
Check campground road conditions: Some sites have challenging access for larger rigs. "If you are a larger unit this is a great place to stay for amenities and size of spaces you will easily be able to pull in and get comfortable with your slides at this location," advises an RVer about Riverbend RV Park.
Consider hook-up needs: Many campgrounds offer varying levels of connections. "The layout of the location was nice as it formed a large loop easy to access even by the largest of rigs," notes a reviewer about Riverbend RV Park.
Look for sites with dedicated RV yards: Some premium sites include private areas. "We took the opportunity to secure one of the 'private' lots. Site S9 comes with a private fenced area, with fire pit, hot tub, seating and fully ready propane Weber," shares a visitor to Winthrop/N. Cascades National Park KOA Holiday.