Echo Valley in the Lake Chelan Valley is the best destination for a family ski holiday in Washington .
Echo Valley ski resort is maintained privately on a non-profit basis, making skiing an affordable activity. The steep vertical drop of 3000 feet keeps the skiers or all levels interested. It is a great favorite among intermediate skiers. Almost half of the eight trails in its 70 acres of ski-able area are ideal for them. However, at the Echo Valley ski resort, there are great downhill skiing opportunities for beginners and experts. The resort also provides great opportunities for snowboarding and also an awesome cross country trails that is spread over an area of 50 km. There is a wonderful snow terrain as well. The family ski area provides great opportunities for snow-tubing for the entire family.
When off-slope the breathtaking beauty of the Lake Chelan in Echo Valley is bound to enthrall the visitors. The calmness of the evenings and the nights beautifully complement the vigorous adrenaline drives of the skiing of the daytime.
Echo Valley ski resort is at a distance of 190 miles from Seattle and is easily approachable via the Cooper Gulch Road. There are many lodges and hotels that provide ample facilities for accommodation. Restaurants, pubs and other facilities are easily available in the area.