The Washington Backcountry Discovery Route delivers one of the most diverse adventure motorcycle experiences in the country. From the Columbia River near the Oregon border, the ride climbs quickly into the deep forests of the South Cascades, tracing the flanks of Mount Adams before transitioning into wide-open eastern terrain. Riders encounter everything from smooth forest roads to optional technical sections featuring rock, ruts, and high-elevation passes.
As the route pushes north, the landscape shifts again — crossing remote mountain ranges, skirting the shoreline of Lake Chelan, and flowing into the dramatic North Cascades. Nearly 700 miles of backcountry riding showcase Washington’s full geographic range, offering big views, quiet roads, and the kind of terrain that rewards skill, preparation, and confidence on an adventure bike.
ADV Rider Training tours are led by Mike Greene, a retired firefighter and licensed EMT with decades of leadership in high-consequence environments. Our approach blends professional instruction, smart route management, and a true “no rider left behind” mindset — giving riders the confidence to push deeper into the backcountry, ride better each day, and experience the Washington BDR exactly the way it was meant to be ridden.
Our Guided Tours Include:
- Expert Guide: A Retired Firefighter and EMT
- Sweep & Support Truck With Spare Motorcycle
- Double Occupancy Hotel Lodging Everynight
- Nightly Dinners (Breakfast & Lunch Are Riders Responsibility)
- Advanced Rider Coaching on Technical Sections
Pre Tour Training Available:
Unsure if your riding skills are up to a weeklong ride in the backcountry? Join us for a class before your adventure and enjoy 25% off and one or two-day training – A great idea to maximize your enjoyment while on tour!
*Please Note: Itineraries are estimates and may change depending on route conditions, mechanical failures, the group’s overall rate of travel.
*Pricing Based On Double Occupancy: Single occupancy is available for an additional $1,500
Itinerary:
Day 1: Meet & Greet At The Oregon-Washington Border
Day 2: Cascade Locks to Packwood: 120 Miles
Day 3: Packwood To Ellensburg: 130 Miles
Day 4: Ellensburg To Cashmere: 80 Miles
Day 5: Cashmere to Chelan: 120 Miles
Day 6: Chelan To Twisp: 70 Miles
Day 7: Twisp to Canadian Border. Final Night in Oroville, WA: 100 Miles
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