C-4700

C-4700 is a spur road branching north from C-4000 in Capitol State Forest. It climbs steadily through a mix of second-growth forest and occasional clearings, providing access to higher elevations and possibly connecting to B-8500, which intersects with the Divide Trail North ATV route shortly past the connection. The road is narrow and gravel-surfaced, with the trees getting much narrower near the top. While it doesn't reach all the way to the peak of Rock Candy Mountain, a 1/4 mile spur of C-4730 does. Though not a primary connector, C-4700 offers access to less frequented parts of the forest and connects with recreational trail systems used by offroad vehicles. No views from the peak, but it does offer a large turnaround, and tree surrounds for a little protection from the wind, and you can see the Olympic Mountains as well as Mt Rainier and Mt Adams on the drive up.

Capitol State Forest can have active logging operations, so be sure to pay attention and watch for heavy machinery and trucks while exploring the forest. There is no dispersed camping allowed in Capitol State Forest; the only camping permitted within the forest is in official campgrounds, so please ensure that you have a plan for that if you need a place to stay for the night.

Capitol State Forest is an 11,000-acre forest packed with roads and trails and specific opportunities for recreational purposes. Please see https://www.dnr.wa.gov/Capitol for up-to-date info and closures relating to this location and any restrictions on activities.