One map stands at the north edge of the entrance to the visitor centre parking lot, difficult to miss. The second one is mounted on the south end of the balcony on the front of the building, beside the big "
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Inside the visitor centre we found a small gaggle of locals sitting around gabbing. We had a fairly lengthy conversation with them about Tonasket and an eclectic collection of other topics. A very friendly crew in this town!
Should you get too deeply involved in conversation while here, don't forget to sign their guest book. They have thoughtfully placed it front and centre, at the corner of the table nearest the entrance, only potentially missed by the truly oblivious.
The lady who was manning the centre on the day we visited was very helpful and knowledgeable, offering a plethora of unsolicited information on what to see and do in and around Tonasket. The centre itself is very well stocked with maps, pamphlets and brochures on the town, the Okanogan and Washington in general. Some of the information available went as far afield as British Columbia, Idaho, Oregon and California. The centre also has a very informative
WEBSITE.
Nicely landscaped in the front, the centre also has a picnic area at the rear of the parking lot, with a grassed area, picnic tables and a gazebo available for the use of the tourists who should stop in - and we recommend that they do so!
Welcome to Tonasket
and the surrounding area
We are truly "A Land for All Seasons", located in the beautiful Okanogan Valley and surrounded by the Many Lakes Recreation Area. Our area includes the Okanogan Highlands, the Okanogan River, the Okanogan National Forest, and we have easy access to the Pasayten Wilderness Area.
Our area is famous for wildlife watching, hiking, hunting, fishing, downhill and cross country skiing, trail rides, and camping. We have writer’s groups, book groups, garden clubs, and horseman clubs.
Visit our area and discover all we have to offer!
From the Tonasket Chamber