Twisp Washington Map

About Twisp, Washington

Twisp is a locality in Okanogan County, Washington, United States. It has a population of approximately 1,179. The population density is 329.2 people per km². Twisp is located at 48.3635°N, 120.1223°W. It observes the Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) timezone. ZIP code: 98856.

Twisp lies cradled in the Methow Valley, a broad, sun-drenched expanse where the Methow River carves a shimmering, serpentine path. It lies 51.6 miles north of Douglas, WA (from Douglas, WA: bearing 354°T), and is situated 27.5 miles west of Omak. The landscape is a study in stark contrasts, the rugged, pine-clad slopes of the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest rising sharply on either side, their peaks often dusted with the white of lingering snow. In the valley floor, irrigated meadows, a startling, vibrant green against the tawny earth, are punctuated by orchards heavy with the promise of fruit, and then give way to the drier, more open expanses that hint at the eastern side of the Cascades. The air here, especially as the sun begins its descent, carries a crisp, almost ethereal quality, a scent of dust and pine needles and the faintest whisper of distant snowmelt, a gentle balm after the day's warmth. The history of Twisp is as layered as the sediment deposited by its river, a narrative woven from the aspirations of early homesteaders and the enduring presence of the Methow people. The valley's economy, once primarily agricultural, now embraces a more diverse character, with tourism playing an increasingly significant role, drawing those seeking the wild beauty and recreational opportunities the region offers. The presence of the Twisp River, a vital artery for both life and recreation, is undeniable, its rushing waters a constant soundtrack to the town's existence. Small, independent businesses line the main street, their storefronts reflecting a community that values self-reliance and a connection to the land, a spirit that seems to imbue the very light that falls upon Twisp, softening its edges and lending a quiet luminescence to its days.

About This Twisp Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Twisp, Washington — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 48.363478, -120.122303. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Twisp and Okanogan County.

Detailed location data for Twisp includes the ZIP code (98856), telephone area code (509), county seat of Okanogan County (Okanogan), and school district assignment (Methow Valley School District). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Twisp is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.