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Methow Wildlife Area - Lewis Butte
North Cascades
updated 2 months ago
The Methow Wildlife Area - Lewis Butte trail is reported to be in good condition as of June 30, 2026. Snow-free conditions and a road suitable for all vehicles were noted on the same date. No bugs were observed during that report. The trail offers a loop option, with the north side of the loop described as more beautiful and interesting than the south side switchbacks.
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The trail was reported to be in good condition as of June 30, 2026. No specific obstacles or issues were mentioned in the report from that date.
The road was reported to be suitable for all vehicles as of June 30, 2026. This suggests no special clearance or four-wheel drive is needed.
No bugs were reported on the trail as of June 30, 2026. This suggests that insects were not a nuisance during that period.
The north side of the loop was described as more beautiful and interesting than the south side switchbacks. The north and west sides feature trees, colorful grasses, and an old homestead, as noted in the June 30, 2026 report.
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Trail notes generated from recent reports. Conditions change fast.
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Older2 months ago
North Cascades > Methow/Sawtooth
Looking for a trail near Winthrop, we hiked Lewis Butte from the DNR parking lot on Gunn Ranch Road. We had the trail almost to ourselves -- two other hikers, two mountain bikers, and one snake (possi...
Older4 months ago
North Cascades > Methow/Sawtooth
We hit the jackpot today: Mariposa lilies, bitterroot, & Western meadowlarks were the highlights. We went counter-clockwise on the loop. Still some intact balsamroot on the western side of the loop, a...
Spokane Gulch, Methow Wildlife Area - Lewis Butte & Methow Community Trail — Wednesday, May. 6, 2026
Older4 months ago
North Cascades > Methow/Sawtooth
My friends have all been bemoaning the fact that highway 20 through the North Cascades is closed.How are we going to get our salted baguettes from the Mazama Store? But we wanted to see the spring wil...
Older4 months ago
North Cascades > Methow/Sawtooth
Bottom Line:First time looking for spring wildflowers up in the Methow Valley, and this hike did not disappoint. While the balsamroot is a little haggard at the bottom, it and the lupine are at peak n...
Older5 months ago
North Cascades > Methow/Sawtooth
Hiked the loop counter-clockwise with friends on a sunny Sunday.Parking - arrived at the TH at 9:15 am with plenty of spots. Don't forget a Discover Pass (unusual for hikes around this area). There we...
North Cascades > Methow/Sawtooth
Plenty of loops and meanders to be had. Lupin, Arrowleaf, and many other flowers just hitting their stride.We did a bigfigure eight today identifying two dozen flowers.There are a few muddy spots but ...
Older12 months ago
North Cascades > Methow/Sawtooth
We had a little trouble figuring out which parking lot to start from. Our hike ended up being only about 3 miles. Nice view from the top—just a little hazy from the wildfire smoke.
Older16 months ago
North Cascades
If you haven't hiked Lewis Butte in the past week or two now is the time to do it if you don't want to miss the arrowleaf extravaganza. This is an excellent spring and fall hike with great mountain vi...
Older16 months ago
North Cascades
If you're thinking of getting to the Methow Valley for peak flowers, HURRY UP! The arrowleaf balsamroot are in full bloom and lupines right behind them. This seemed like an especially good year on Lew...
Older16 months ago
North Cascades
Road tripped with a friend to this trail and it was so worth it!Flowers are popping off like no other and it was so stunning. I suggest taking the trail counterclockwise, as the switchbacks are a lot ...