Evans Creek is located northwest of Mount Rainier National Park, about 30 minutes from Kent. The area provides 20 miles of ATV trails and is open whenever there is no snow on the ground. Views of Mount Rainier available from vantage points all along Evans Creek offers a scenic experience to ATV riders. Open trails, as well as steep inclines and some rocky and muddy sections, provide a diverse journey through the area. A campground is also available at Evans Creek to satisfy those looking to stay for a while. Guests must purchase a Northwest Forest Pass to ride the trails at Evans Creek. The fee for this pass is $30 as of March 2010.
White River Ranger District
857 Roosevelt Ave. E
Enumclaw, Washington 98022
360-825-6585
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Located 40 miles southwest of Kent, Straddeline is an 160-acre park with 5 miles of trails for off-road vehicles. The park is open from April 1 to October 31 and charges $8 per day. Weekend camping is also available for an additional $8 per day per vehicle. Straddeline is managed by the local county parks and recreation department. Large group events are permitted. A special course for children ATV riders is available, as is a meeting and dance hall, concessions and public restrooms. The ATV trails cover flat strips, hilly inclines and sand drag strips to please riders looking for a diverse terrain.
Thurston-Grays Harbor ORV Sports Park
Thurston County Parks & Recreation Department
2617-A 12th Court, S.W.
Olympia, Washington 98502
206-786-5595
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Capitol State Forest provides some of Washington state's most popular ATV trails, with more than 100 miles of varied terrain. Capitol is located adjacent to the Straddeline trail system and also open from April 1 to October 31. There are no fees to ride in Capitol State Forest. ATV vehicles are permitted only in the northern half of the forest so horses and hikers may use the trails in the southern half. Trails of varying difficulty levels are available, including lowlands for beginning ATV riders. Diverse natural settings can be seen throughout the forest, from thick wooded areas to cleared fields and burn areas.
Department of Natural Resources
1405 Rush Road
Chehalis, Washington 98532
206-748-8816
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