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14.0 miles
Distance
645 ft
Climb
-1,998 ft
Descent
02:57:59
Avg time
-1,355 ft
Altitude change
2,355 ft
Altitude min
3,710 ft
Altitude max
3,710 ft
Altitude start
2,356 ft
Altitude end
-1.8%
Grade
-19.8%
Grade max
12.8%
Grade min
4 miles
Distance climb
9 miles
Distance down
1 mile
Distance flat
02:57:59
Avg time

Twisp River Trail Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Twisp
    , Washington
  • Ref Number
    #440
  • Difficulty Rating
    Blue Rate
  • Local Popularity
    5 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 5 in Trail Running
    • 5 in Hiking
  • Global Ranking
    #140943 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #131741 in Trail Running
    • #124922 in Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    AM, XC
  • Direction
    Both Directions
    Popular Direction Shown
  • Climb Difficulty
    Green
  • Physical Rating
    Moderate
  • Season
    April through October
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • eBike Allowed
    No
  • Land Owner
    USFS

The best early season trail for mountain biking, horseback riding, and hiking. Crossings at Scatter and Slate creeks may become difficult in the spring due to high water. Generally up and down route is along hillside above the Twisp River. Highlights: Occasional views. A good day trip for a family outing.

This is a multi use trail, please respect other users. (hiking / horses)

Access Info

From Twisp, Washington, drive west on Twisp River Road (Okanogan County Road 9114),at about 10 miles turn left onto Buttermilk Creek Road (county road 1090) which crosses a bridge across Twisp River, follow the West Buttermilk Road to the right onto the road that becomes Forest Service Road #4420 to Twisp River Sno-Park, about 1.5 miles from bridge.
Additional access points to Twisp River Trail are: near War Creek Bridge (where there is limited parking), Scatter Creek Trailhead, Slate Creek Trailhead, and South Creek Trailhead. Some of these trailheads require a valid recreation pass.

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Local Trail Association
Traditionally Indigenous Territory

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  • Last: Oct 7, 2022
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Aug 31, 2025 @ 9:41am
Aug 31, 2025
 Just rode the section between War Creek and Slate as a family ride, there was one blowdown and this being noted as the section that is in the best...
Jul 29, 2025 @ 3:10pm
Jul 29, 2025
 Started at Scatter creek, 12 trees down in between Scatter and Slate creeks. Areas of thick vegetation requiring slower riding. After the Slate...
Jul 18, 2023 @ 10:17pm
Jul 18, 2023
 The huge pile of down trees from the washout still remain. Lots of creek crossings, overgrown fireweed and shrubs blocking the trail and a few...
Jun 8, 2023 @ 10:46am
Jun 8, 2023
May 29, 2023 @ 10:05am
May 29, 2023
 The lowest mile of trail has been obliterated by a major washout, which sent loose sand/gravel all the way down blocking car access to the Twisp...
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        Frequently Asked Questions About Twisp River Trail

        ▼ Where is Twisp River Trail located?
        Twisp River Trail is located in Twisp, Washington, United States. It is part of the Twisp trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 48.46032, -120.5622.
        ▼ How hard is Twisp River Trail?
        Twisp River Trail is rated as Blue difficulty. The physical rating is Moderate. The average grade is 1.8%. The climb difficulty is rated Green.
        ▼ What is the elevation gain for Twisp River Trail?
        Twisp River Trail has 645 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 1,998 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 2,355 ft to 3,710 ft.
        ▼ Is Twisp River Trail a point to point trail?
        Twisp River Trail is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is singletrack.

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