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  There are unlimited possibilities of things to do here in Okanogan Country...after all, we are Open for Adventure! We hope this little guide will help you plan your adventures here, but be aware, you'll have to return again and again to experience everything. LINKS Dining Historical Culture Rodeos Music Festivals Theaters & Art Galleries Events Explore the Dams If you think you've already tried everything, here are a few recommendations from the locals. Take a dip at the Carlton swimming hole. South of Twisp is one of the best swimming holes on the Methow River. Located in the little town of Carlton, it is just before the bridge on your right. The Carlton Store is a great place to stop to grab a picnic lunch of German sausage dogs and some cold soft drinks. Grab a veggie sandwich at the Mazama Country Store. This charming store offers more than meets the eye. From homemade sandwiches and fresh espresso, to great outdoor gear, it's a good place to stop. Try panning for gold with the kids. Right on Winthrop's main street, the Grubstake & Co. has free gold panning - and you can keep anything you find! You might want to try their freshly baked-from-scratch pizzas too. Rodeos 
The Winthrop Rodeo takes place Memorial Day and Labor Day Weekend. Both
Dates.....for more info contact Dennis Gardner in Winthrop. The Brewster
Rodeo on main street in Brewster will be the first weekend of June..Friday
and Saturday evenings. Contact Sam McKee at Sterling Savings Bank for
more information. Just to name a few, starting in May at the Stampede Arena in Omak the Okanogan County Jr. Rodeo begins their season, the Colorama Festival PWRA Rodeo takes place in May in the Grand Coulee Dam area (call 509-633-3074), Winthrop Rodeo Days will be held in May, Founder's Day Rodeo and Parade in Tonasket takes place in June, and the second weekend in August is the Annual Omak Stampede and Suicide Race. The Annual Chesaw Rodeo, Family Games and Parade have taken place without fail every 4th of July since 1942. Come as a spectator or sign up to play or ride. Walk in some American history and come to the Old Fashioned Family Rodeo Dance. For information call (509) 485-3223. Music Festivals Okanogan Country has some incredible music festivals. From reggae to country to R & B, these festivals are fun-filled and bring incredible talent to each event. Winthrop Rhythm & Blues 
Winthrop 1-800-996-9283 Tickets Website Methow Music Festival Mazama 1-800-340-1548 (info) 1-877-996-9283 (tickets) Tickets Website Oldtime Fiddler's Contest Winthrop 1-877-996-9283 (tickets) 509 996.2111 (info) Tickets Explore the Dams  The
hydropower production on the Columbia river is fascinating. The dams below
offer tours and/or information centers for the public. Grand Coulee Dam To get the best overview of all that's available in this incredible region, start at the Visitor Arrival Center overlooking the dam on Highway 155. The center is open year-around. The Grand Coulee Dam is one of the largest concrete structures in the world. For most visitors, a high point is the nightly laser light show during summer. The 36-minute display of color across the face of the dam, with accompanying sound track, is unequaled anywhere else in the world. Chief Joseph Dam Chief Joseph Dam, operated by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is the second largest hydropower-producing dam in the United States. An orientation center provides exhibits on salmon and mourning doves as well as a labyrinth and maze. There is also a turbine viewing area, electricity exhibit and video. Tour are available in the summer, phone 509 686-5501. The dam is located just east of Bridgeport off Highway 17. Okanogan County Tourism Council
888.431.3080 fax 509.826.7425 PO Box 626 Omak WA 98841 |
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