Echo Ridge
More than 25 miles of groomed skate and classic cross-country skiing 20 minutes outside of Chelan and Manson, plus additional "backcountry" trails for skiing and snowshoeing. Groomed trails follow the ridges of the terrain, creating a great skiing experience for all ability levels.
notes
- Day use passes are required and available at the trailhead.
- Youth 17 and under ski free!
- Learn more and get a map at the US Forest Service's Echo Ridge web page.
INFORMATION FOR LEADERS
SCHEDULING & PERMITS
- This route allows multiple bookings. Please check scheduled trips listed below in the "Activities" tab to see if there is another group already booked on the same day. Leaders are expected to contact the leader(s) of existing trips to ensure there are no concerns or conflicts, according to The Mountaineers Outdoor Ethics Policy. Please review our Group Size & Multiple Bookings page for guidance.
- Suitable Activities: Cross-country Skiing, Snowshoeing
- Snowshoeing Category: Beginner
- Seasons: January, February, December
- Weather: View weather forecast
- Difficulty: *Varies*
- Length: 13.0 mi
- Elevation Gain: 625 ft
- 3,825 ft
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Land Manager:
Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forests
Chelan Ranger District (OWNF)
- Parking Permit Required: see Land Manager
- Recommended Party Size: 12
- Maximum Party Size: 12
- Maximum Route/Place Capacity: 12
Map
- USGS Cooper Ridge
- see Land Manager
Activities
Upcoming Activities
Cross-country Ski - Echo Ridge
Cross-country Skiing Trip
Bring in the New Year, burn off some holiday calories and have fun on the
Difficulty: *Varies*
Sat, Dec 30, 2023 - Sun, Dec 31, 2023
No Prerequisites, Leader's Permission Required
Cross-country Ski - Echo Ridge
Cross-country Skiing Trip
Cross-country ski in the beautiful Echo Ridge in the Lake Chelan Area. Day 1 of
Difficulty: *Varies*
Sat, Jan 13, 2024
No Prerequisites, Leader's Permission Required
Cross-country Ski - Echo Ridge
Cross-country Skiing Trip
Cross country ski in the beautiful Echo Ridge in the Lake Chelan area. Day 1
Difficulty: *Varies*
Sat, Jan 13, 2024
No Prerequisites
Cross-country Ski - Echo Ridge
Cross-country Skiing Trip
Cross-country ski in the beautiful Echo Ridge in the Lake Chelan Area. Day 2 of
Difficulty: *Varies*
Sun, Jan 14, 2024
No Prerequisites, Leader's Permission Required
Cross-country Ski - Echo Ridge
Cross-country Skiing Trip
Cross country ski in the beautiful Echo Ridge in the Lake Chelan area. Day 2of
Difficulty: *Varies*
Sun, Jan 14, 2024
No Prerequisites
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