Washington Off-Road Trails

Pooch Peak, NF 7920, is mostly gravel and may have standing water in places during the early Spring and Fall. This road connects with many of the trails in the park, providing the ability to move quickly from one end of the park to the other. The trail is almost 6 miles from end to end and gains about 500 feet in elevation. At mile marker 4.1, there is a washout with a makeshift primitive bridge. Inability to navigate this obstacle may prevent access to Trail #199 and Trail #519. However, both trails can be accessed from Evans Creek / NF-7930. Along the way, there are areas to pull over and play in the mud or test your vehicle's climbing ability in the gravel pit. This trail is suitable for 4x4 vehicles with some lift. Many of the connecting trails may have higher difficulty ratings.

In the Mt. Baker / Snoqualmie National Forest and part of the Evans Creek ORV Area, Trail #199 is one of a dozen trails designated for 4x4 use for over 45 miles of trail riding. Trails are well marked and even rated from easy to most difficult. Trail #199 winds up through old-growth forests with switchbacks with tight and narrow turns, and the hill climbs can be pretty intense. This trail would be an excellent one for a beginner to gain confidence in their driving and vehicle's abilities.

There's nothing 'Little' about Little Brushy Creek Road unless it's the clearances through some of the brushy sections. This Green Dot road offers users a wide range of experiences, from sections of steep and slippery rocks down a ridgeline with gorgeous views, to off-camber corners, to lush valleys and thick brush, deep water crossings, abundant grasslands, and even some portions of easy dirt road. Little Brushy Creek is a fun and challenging road that gets you closer to the water and is best suited for a high clearance 4x4 with deep water fording ability. Pinstriping along this trail should be expected. Generally, the Green Dot road system allows for camping within 100' of any marked road. However, there are no established locations along this trail that would make for a good campsite.

Green Dot Roads are a collaboration between DNR, the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife, and private landowners to provide opportunities for dispersed recreation such as camping, hunting, off-road vehicle riding, and wildlife viewing. Green Dot roads are the legal motorized routes and marked with a round green reflector on a white route marker. You can find current mappings that will include seasonal and other closures at https://wdfw.wa.gov/about/wdfw-lands/green-dot. A Discover Pass is required for portions of DRN land that are included in Green Dot road maps.

BR-16 is a service road on the south side of the Walker Valley ORV Park. The trail is a dirt road that can be muddy and has many potholes. It can be a busy place, and while there is ample room, be mindful of other drivers around you. The trail as a whole is fairly easy and could be accomplished by almost any vehicle, but it can only be accessed after completing the gatekeeper on WV-22 and completing EZ-Valley Connector. After departing from EZ-Valley Connector, this trail gives you access to Ridge Ram and ends at the intersection with BR-ML, giving you further access to the trails within the park. Walker Valley ORV is comprised of 3,200 acres, with twelve 4X4 trails, and many more ATV and dirt bike trails. The trails offer many challenges like rocks, roots, and ruts. These obstacles will change from season to season, with the addition of snow and rain, which can also produce large puddles and muddy stretches. From the mild to wild, Walker Valley ORV provides something for everyone.

EZ-Valley Connector is one of the first trails available to you in the Walker Valley ORV Park. It’s got a few obstacles, including a small rocky area, ruts and puddles, and a large stump with a somewhat steep loop. There is a three-way split after Waypoint 2, with a few different options for fun. While this trail doesn't have too many challenges, increased rainfall and snow melts will make the trail become muddier, and the puddles will increase in size. This will increase the challenge and the fun. But, if you’ve made it to the trailhead and past the gatekeeper of WV-22, this trail will be easy for you. Besides muddy walls, you’ll see lots of smaller trees and, ferns, and stumps along this trail. It’s a great first trail and intro into Walker Valley ORV. As the name would imply, the trail is somewhat of a connector, used to gain further access into the park. Walker Valley ORV is comprised of 3,200 acres, with twelve 4X4 trails, and many more ATV and dirt bike trails. The trails offer many challenges like rocks, roots, and ruts. These obstacles will change from season to season, with the addition of snow and rain, which can also produce large puddles and muddy stretches. From the mild to wild, Walker Valley ORV provides something for everyone.

Van Epps Loop Trail is in the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest. This area is a great getaway from city life to unwind and enjoy the beautiful scenery in a peaceful setting. You can experience the undeveloped forest, clean streams, and if your lucky, get a glimpse of some deer or elk. Van Epps Loop is an alternate trail off of Van Epps Pass trail, located just North of Roslyn, Washington (home of the hit TV show "Northern Exposure"). It is only accessible for four-wheel-drive vehicles from the middle of June until November. Van Epps Loop provides an alternate route with wonderful views of a mountain top that is peacefully setting above an open meadow with lots of flowers and a small creek running across the trail and down onto the meadow.

Driveway is a great 4x4 trail in the Reiter Foothills Forest is an excellent introduction to rock crawling. The obstacles are constant and are placed in a way that forces you to choose a line. There are no bypasses and no reward for driving around them since the trail is short and designed with obstacle navigation in mind. The Reiter Foothills Forest is a 4x4 Recreation area with trails designated for 4x4's, ATV's and motorcycles. There are 8.6 miles of trails for 4x4 use, with about twice that amount in the planning stages. Reiter is noted for its quality rock crawling trails, and they are rated 9-10 for sure. But there are other more tame trails, like this one, with plenty of tight twists, stumps, and roots to keep the driving interesting.

Paralleling a section of the Pacific Crest Hiking Trail, Cabin Creek North offers a different route from Interstate 90 to Tacoma Pass. This scenic detour runs on the opposite side of the washout of Cabin Creek. Even though the two halves of the offroading trails no longer link up, driving on both sections still makes for a whole day of adventure near the town of Easton, Washington.

Cabin Creek Road was named after the historic town, which was established as a sawmill camp alongside the main line of the Northern Pacific Railway (now the Burlington Northern Railway) in 1916. The town was situated east of the railway's tunnel in the Stampede Pass.

In the Gifford Pinchot National Forest, FS-7409 is an exhilarating forest service road stretching for approximately 10 miles, offering adventure seekers a thrilling journey filled with steep hill climbs and breathtaking views. The trail has awe-inspiring vistas to the east, showcasing the natural beauty of the surrounding landscape. One of the highlights of FS-7409 is the magnificent sight of Mount Rainier, which stands proudly on the horizon. Along the way, this road intersects with FS-7400, providing access to the picturesque Little Nisqually River and camping opportunities for those seeking to immerse themselves in the tranquility of nature. Combining FS-709 with FS-7400 makes a huge 42-mile loop for a complete afternoon of exploration. With its challenging terrain, stunning vistas, and camping possibilities, FS-7409 is an ideal destination for outdoor enthusiasts looking for an unforgettable experience in the great outdoors.

Between the two gatekeepers into Walker Valley ORV, WV-05 is both the easiest and the hardest; depending on what you drive. Its narrow gatekeeper won’t be difficult to smaller vehicles but may keep those in larger rigs from entering. But rest assured, there is another way in via WV-22. This trail introduces you to the northern section of the park, immediately connecting with Upper Mainline, and getting you to the 4X4 Skills Area sooner than the southern route. Shortly after the gatekeeper is a great stop for group meets with a nice view. If you can make the squeeze, you’ll be rewarded with great wheeling soon after. Walker Valley ORV is comprised of 3,200 acres, with twelve 4X4 trails, and several more ATV and dirt bike trails. The trails offer many challenges like rocks, roots, and ruts. These obstacles will change from season to season, with the addition of snow and rain, which can also produce large puddles and muddy stretches. From the mild to wild, Walker Valley ORV provides something for everyone.

South Fork Tieton Road is a 12.7-mile drive into the wilds of the Rimrock Recreation Area. Starting at Rimrock Lake, the road is single-lane pavement for about 6 miles, then turning to dirt at a snow gate. This gate is open from May 1st through November 1st. Following the South Fork Tieton River, this road provides staggering views of the high cliffs guarding the river. There are four large dispersed campgrounds along this road, starting with Lower Bakeoven, then Grey Creek, Minnie Meadows, and ending at Conrad Meadows. The road continues at Conrad Meadows but is marked as close to vehicle traffic, so please only explore further on foot. For those looking for a challenge, close to the end of the road is FS-1070 which intersects and takes you further up into the highlands east of the South Fork Tieton River.

Rock On is the place to test out your rock crawling skills. Also known as the Skills Area of Walker Valley ORV, Rock On is a short but challenging trail with many obstacles to put your rig through, including a large 8-foot v-notch for the most extreme wheelers. When combined with First Timer, the Skills Area makes a loop that can be run again and again. Bring your wheeling buddies and see what you can (or can’t) do! Walker Valley ORV is comprised of 3,200 acres, with twelve 4X4 trails, and several more ATV and dirt bike trails. The trails offer many challenges like rocks, roots, and ruts. These obstacles will change from season to season, with the addition of snow and rain, which can also produce large puddles and muddy stretches. From the mild to wild, Walker Valley ORV provides something for everyone.

Whistler Creek Road is the first trail in the Stampede Pass Overland Route and features the Kelly Butte Lookout. The lookout was first built in 1926, then replaced in 1950, and manned until the 1980s. Today, it’s a one-mile-long hike to the lookout, with views of Mt. Rainier, Mt. Baker, and Mt. Stuart. The drive ends with a pair of secluded dispersed campsites with great views of their own. Stampede Pass Route is a 32-mile mountain pass through the Cascade Range, just south of Snoqualmie Pass in Washington. The pass was created to service railroads that traversed the Cascade Mountains. Today, it covers several well-maintained forest roads with ample room and views throughout.