Alta Lake

Alta Lake State Park is a 180-acre recreation area situated in the Methow Valley of north-central Washington. The park centers around a pristine mountain lake surrounded by ponderosa pine forests and towering peaks of the North Cascades. Located near the town of Pateros, the park provides a desert oasis experience with its unique combination of arid climate and alpine lake environment. The park offers year-round recreation opportunities including swimming, boating, fishing, and camping during warmer months, and cross-country skiing and snowshoeing in winter. Alta Lake serves as a gateway to the broader Methow Valley recreation area, known for its extensive trail networks and outdoor adventure opportunities.