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Fall is officially coming to a close and the holiday season is in full swing, bringing with it thoughts of cheer, hopes for a White Christmas and plans to spend quality time with loved ones.
Some revelers, however, may be looking to get away for a restful winter vacation that still offers plenty of local shops to visit, exciting scenery to explore and fun cold-weather attractions to experience, from ski resorts with twisting slopes to cabins nestled along a snow-capped mountain.
According to a list compiled by Reader's Digest, the "best winter destination" in all of Washington is Methow Valley. This popular spot was praised for its bountiful winter-weather activities and ski trails.
Here's what Reader's Digest had to say about the best winter destination in the entire state:
"Soggy Seattle is in the middle of its rainy season, but on the other side of the Cascade Mountains, the Methow Valley delights in a winter wonderland. Although visitors can find downhill and back-country skiing as well, the area boasts the largest Nordic ski trail system in the country, with 120 miles of groomed paths to explore. For an upscale version of camping, stay in the modern, glass-fronted Rolling Huts, or the simple comfort of the Rendezvous Huts. Visitors can also enjoy ice-skating, sledding, and snowmobiling, fat biking, and snowshoeing. For a break from all the snow-filled activity, the town of Winthrop offers an Old West-style main drag of shops, restaurants, and a saloon."
Check out Reader's Digest's full report to read up on more of the best winter destinations around the country.