Republic Regional Visitors and Convention Bureau

To preserve the mementos, artifacts, lands, buildings, and evidence of history of the Kettle River Valley in northwest Ferry County of Washington State.

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Ferry County Historical Society

Learn about the history of our region and visit the museum during seasonal hours.

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Husky Car & Truck Museum – Curlew, WA

See the showroom of vintage vehicles.

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Communities to Explore

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Guide to Curlew Lake – Curlew Lake

Curlew Lake has some of the best trout, bass, and tiger muskie fishing in Washington State. The lake includes four small islands. Bass and perch are attracted to the islands’ shallow-water grasses and submerged logs, and the voracious tiger muskies are, in turn, attracted to the bass and perch. Learn more about our lake fish and check out our fishing map which shows you where to drop a hook or troll fish. No limit on perch fishing and great Ice fishing.

Curlew Lake | Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife

Ferry County Rail Trail trestle on Curlew Lake

Bonaparte Lake Resort

Great restaurant Plus there are six types of fish in the lake making it the perfect fishing destination! In May 2015, the state record tiger trout was caught. Weighing in at 18.5lbs and 32.5 inches long, with a 22 inch girth (pictured right). There is also lots of wildlife to enjoy in the area. The lake is clean for swimming, or you could just lounge around on the beach and soak up the sun. There are tons of hiking trails in the area as well. Trophy bucks that hang out in the surrounding mountains make it a great place to plan your next hunting trip! In to winter sports? The lake freezes over approximately 3 feet thick, making it safe for ice fishing and snowmobiling. There are many trails for cross country skiing as well! No matter what time of year it is, there is always something to do.

Hartman’s Log Cabin Resort

178 Twin Lakes Road, Inchelium, Washington

Hartman’s Log Cabin Resort is located on the shores of beautiful South Twin Lakes within the bounds of the Colville Confederated Tribes Reservation in Ferry County. Offering water recreation, boating, fishing, kayaking, paddle boarding, and good old-fashioned swimming. Amenities include marina, fuel sales, moorage, boat rentals, tackle shop, restaurant, grocery store, gift shop, 20 cabin rentals, 32 RV sites, and 14-unit motel, all this on 39 waterfront acres of absolute beauty. This is a rustic place to stay nestled in the mountains surrounding the serene Twin Lakes area. There are trails to hike on, a cute store, the views are unending.

Republic, Washington (republicwa.org)

Sno Parks near Republic, Washington

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Non-motorized Snow areas:

Deer Creek Nordic Park

Dual tracks skate lane 9 kilometers;
marked un-groomed trails;
dog-friendly trails;
sanitary facilities;
ski patrol instruction area;
campground;
scenic view points.

6.1 miles of groomed. 30+ miles of ungroomed

Download the Map: Deer-Creek-Nordic PDF (state.wa.us)

Grooming Claendar for Deer Creek Nordic area (PDF)

Deer Creek Nordic Park connects to Kettle Crest Trail (ungroomed).

Sno-Park Permit required Nov. thru Apr. or as posted. Please obey posted signs indicating whether a permit is needed. Contact the local agency listed for each Sno-Park for more information.

Please note: After periods of extreme weather, work crews may be on trails during the day to clear debris or drifts. Please exercise caution.

Sherman Pass ungroomed ski area

50 miles: Backcountry experience

Sno-Park Permit required during the season
Exception: From April 1 to 30, a Sno-Park Permit may or may not be required.

Please obey posted signs indicating whether a permit is needed. Contact the local agency listed for each Sno-Park for more information.

Special Events: Sno-Park is open to all visitors during special events. Arrive early to secure a parking space. When parking lot is full, please proceed to the next Sno-Park.

Download the Sherman Pass Ski Area map (PDF)

Rail Trail, 26 miles

Visit the Rail Trail website and learn more about one of our area’s most celebrated recreation areas!

Motorized Sno Parks:

Ferry County Snowmobile Trails

Visit the Northeast Washington Trails Website

Golden Tiger

7 miles Just outside of Republic city limits off of HWY 20
parking area Connects to Rail Trail (non-motorized)

Albian Hill Sno-Park

32 miles of groomed trails
Trail system 32 miles
Sanitary facility

Sno-Park Permit required November thru April or as posted.

Please obey posted signs indicating whether a permit is needed. Contact the local agency listed for each Sno-Park for more information.

Download the Albian Hill Map (PDF)

Grooming Calendar – Albian Hill

Empire Lake

Trail system 57 miles groomed
Vault toilet
snow play area along trail

Download the Empire Lake Map (PDF)

Grooming Calendar – Empire Lake

Hall Creek

38 miles of groomed trails
vault toilet

Download the Hall Creek Map (PDF)

Grooming Calendar – Hall Creek

Scatter Creek

63 miles
Elevation: 2,205 feet
5 spaces
No sanitary facilities
Directions: South of Republic. Highway 21 south to USFS Road 53/Scatter Creek Road
No Sno-Park permit required. Staging area, available parking depends on conditions.

Download the Scatter Creek Map (PDF)