Twisp River Rearing Ponds

Name: Twisp River Rearing Ponds
Rating: 4.0

North Cascades > Methow/Sawtooth

48.3657, -120.1323 Map & Directions

Length: 1.0 miles, roundtrip
Elevation Gain: 0 feet
Calculated Difficulty About Calculated Difficulty: Easy

The Rearing Ponds are a great place for kids to explore and learn about wildlife. Photo by austineats.

Wildlife
Good for kids
Rivers

This area is being actively restored to a natural state. A loop hike suitable for all ages winds through wetlands in a critical salmon rearing area. Continue reading

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Hiking Twisp River Rearing Ponds

Perfect roadside hikes suitable for all ages. There is beaver activity among six reconstructed rearing ponds, as well as a meandering river through farm country. Be sure to bring your camera -- there are lots of signs of wildlife, including mink, deer, beaver, and more.

Hike Description Written by
Austin Smith, WTA Correspondent

Twisp River Rearing Ponds

Map & Directions

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Co-ordinates: 48.3657, -120.1323 Open in Google Maps

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Getting There

Drive .5 miles from Hwy 20 in Twisp, WA on the Twisp River Road. Park on the right by the Discovery Center.

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Twisp River Rearing Ponds

Hiking Twisp River Rearing Ponds

Hike Description Written by
Austin Smith, WTA Correspondent

Map & Directions

Before You Go

Getting There

Trailhead