2017 Map of Methow

About this map

The Methow River carves a deep path through the Methow Valley in this Okanogan County landscape, providing a central lifeline for the small settlements of Carlton and Methow. These communities are connected by a network of winding roads like Twisp-Carlton Rd and Old Carlton Rd, which follow the river's course between steep canyon walls. The geography is defined by significant elevation changes, from the heights of Mt Leecher to the flat terraces of Morse Flat and Mills Flat. Large portions of the terrain are preserved within the Okanogan National Forest, where drainages such as McFarland Cr and Texas Cr flow through isolated areas like Vinegar Gulch and Mulhollan Gulch. This map illustrates the intersection of public forest lands with the valley's traditional transportation corridors, including the path of Stage Coach Rd and various county highways.