Central Chapter Winter Riding Guide

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Central Chapter Winter Riding Guide

Vivika Stamolis Jan 17, 2025

Winter is here! With seasonal closures that started December 1, here’s a quick reminder of what’s open and closed around the Wenatchee Valley.

Trail Closures

  • Sage Hills/Horse Lake: All trails closed December 1 to April 1
  • Number Two Canyon: All trails closed December 1 to April 15
    • Full closure of trails and Twin Peaks Road from February 1 to April 15

Where You Can Ride This Winter (beware freeze/thaw conditions and remember to "leave no rut!")*

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Fat Biking (when conditions allow)

  • Squilchuck State Park – groomed by the Evergreen Central Chapter
  • Roslyn & Methow Valley – various groomed fat bike networks
  • Leavenworth Ski Hill – select groomed trails (pass required: $16/day)
  • Echo Ridge – stay tuned for more info

*Please revisit our wet weather guide on the blog for tips on when to ride, or when not to ride:

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