Beginner Off-Road Trails
Near Friday Harbor, Washington

Trail 230 is one of several short motorcycle trails in the Whistle Lake Area. It's a wide dirt path with a few embedded rock surfaces, embedded boulders, and big roots, but it is overall a very easy trail. It goes between tall skinny red alder trees, sword ferns, and thick cedar trees in a really sc...
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Blanchard Mountain is a 3.8-mile out-and-back trail ending at Salish Overlook. The road surface is well-maintained and passable by any vehicle. Some potholes and washboarding will slow down cars and trucks. This is a popular trail with lots of blind corners and small hillcrests, so make sure to stay...
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FS 2870030 is a 1.5-mile out-and-back route open to street-legal vehicles. This winding, single-lane gravel road travels through a forested corridor with occasional overgrowth and low-hanging branches. Two large puddles commonly span the roadway, adding a minor obstacle during wetter months. The rou...
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FS 2870050 is a 2.7-mile out-and-back route open to street-legal vehicles. This single-lane gravel road travels through Olympic National Forest and is open year-round. Drivers will encounter numerous potholes, light brush encroachment, and several low-hanging branches as the road winds through the f...
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Walking Horse Trail is a 1.9-mile out-and-back trail in the Foothills ORV system that follows a single-lane gravel road legally restricted to dirt bikes and ATVs. The route climbs the hillside using numerous tight switchbacks while offering excellent views of the surrounding landscape. The road surf...
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Water World is a 1.1-mile point-to-point trail for ATVs and dirt bikes in the Foothills ORV system. As the name suggests, the wooded section of the trail tends to become wet and muddy after periods of rain. The route is otherwise fast and flowing, with numerous bermed turns that allow riders to sett...
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FS 2800321 is a 1.3-mile out-and-back route open to street-legal vehicles. This narrow, single-lane gravel road travels through Olympic National Forest and is open year-round. The route is tight in places with light brush encroachment and includes a narrow section with dips on both sides that requir...
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FS 2800320 is a 2.6-mile out-and-back route open to street-legal vehicles. This narrow, single-lane gravel road travels through Olympic National Forest and is open year-round. The route is heavily overgrown, with frequent brush encroachment and numerous low-hanging branches that can contact vehicles...
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FS 2870150 is a 0.7-mile out-and-back route open to street-legal vehicles. This single-lane gravel road travels through Olympic National Forest and is open year-round. The route features scattered potholes and provides access to a small gravel pit before reaching an off-camber washout bypass that is...
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East Bench is a 0.9-mile point-to-point trail for ATVs and dirt bikes in the Foothills ORV system. The trail is fast and flowing, allowing riders to settle into a smooth rhythm through a series of sweeping turns and bermed chicanes. Several off-camber corners add variety and require riders to pay at...
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FS 2878060 is a 0.7-mile out-and-back route open to street-legal vehicles. This lightly traveled forest road winds through a wooded section of Olympic National Forest and is open year-round. The route is mildly overgrown, with brush occasionally encroaching on the roadway. Drivers will encounter one...
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Freefall is a 0.8-mile point-to-point trail in the Foothills ORV system that traverses the hillside through a mix of exposed terrain and forest. The route features several sidehill sections with good views, along with a short but steep climb that adds a bit of excitement. While relatively short, the...
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West Phantom Bear is a 0.53-mile point-to-point 50-inch-and-under trail in the Foothills ORV system that delivers a fast, flowing ride with numerous wide berms that encourage maintaining momentum through the corners. The trail traverses a mix of forest and exposed hillside, with scattered rock outcr...
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Firnobyl is a 1.3-mile one-way dirt bike-only singletrack trail in the Foothills ORV system that descends the hillside through a series of tight, winding switchbacks. The trail is narrow and well-defined with no significant obstacles, making it an enjoyable descent that emphasizes cornering and bike...
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FS 2878080 is a 1.0-mile out-and-back route open to street-legal vehicles. This single-lane gravel road winds through Olympic National Forest and is open year-round. Drivers will encounter scattered potholes, a few slick sections, and light brush encroachment along the roadway. Near the end of the r...
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FS 2878110 is a 0.9-mile out-and-back route open to street-legal vehicles. This winding, single-lane gravel road travels through Olympic National Forest and is open year-round. The route features several overgrown sections with low-hanging branches, muddy areas, and a few shallow dips that may chall...
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Upper Off Ramp is a 0.53-mile point-to-point trail for ATVs and dirt bikes in the Foothills ORV system. The trail begins with a few sections of moderate exposure before climbing into a fast, flowing upper section with numerous bermed turns. Riders will encounter scattered loose, marbly rock that can...
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Little River Road is a 2.7-mile point-to-point two-lane road managed by the Washington Department of Natural Resources (DNR). The route is mostly smooth and paved, providing access to the Foothills ORV Park, several primitive shooting ranges, and other recreational opportunities. Drivers will encoun...
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FS 2878120 is a 1.1-mile out-and-back route open to street-legal vehicles. This single-lane gravel road travels through Olympic National Forest and is open year-round. The first portion of the route consists of a relatively smooth gravel road with scattered rocky potholes. Beyond the main intersecti...
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Pa-H-1000 is a 3.8-mile point-to-point trail in the Foothills ORV system that follows a single-lane gravel road connecting several trails throughout the network. Although it is physically a gravel road, the route is gated at its entrance and is only accessible to ATVs and dirt bikes via the surround...
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Walking Horse Trail is a 1.9-mile out-and-back trail in the Foothills ORV system that follows a single-lane gravel road legally restricted to dirt bikes and ATVs. The route climbs the hillside using numerous tight switchbacks while offering excellent views of the surrounding landscape. The road surf...
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Water World is a 1.1-mile point-to-point trail for ATVs and dirt bikes in the Foothills ORV system. As the name suggests, the wooded section of the trail tends to become wet and muddy after periods of rain. The route is otherwise fast and flowing, with numerous bermed turns that allow riders to sett...
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East Bench is a 0.9-mile point-to-point trail for ATVs and dirt bikes in the Foothills ORV system. The trail is fast and flowing, allowing riders to settle into a smooth rhythm through a series of sweeping turns and bermed chicanes. Several off-camber corners add variety and require riders to pay at...
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Freefall is a 0.8-mile point-to-point trail in the Foothills ORV system that traverses the hillside through a mix of exposed terrain and forest. The route features several sidehill sections with good views, along with a short but steep climb that adds a bit of excitement. While relatively short, the...
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At nearly 1,300 feet in elevation, this lake offers a peaceful retreat with amenities like a sturdy dock for launching paddle boards or fishing. Its relatively warm waters invite refreshing summer swims. The spacious site easily accommodates several vehicles, making it an excellent destination for b...
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This is an easy, wide-open gravel road suitable for all vehicle types. While there are some potholes, numerous offshoots offer great opportunities for exploration. The route connects Bon Jon Pass road to NF2850, Blyn, and the Puddlejumper. Keep an eye out for bears and other wildlife along the way.
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Walker Valley Mainline is primarily a graded gravel and dirt road with a few sections of ungraded gravel. It is an easy ride in the summer months; however, there is no winter maintenance. During times of rain, snow, and ice, the road can become rutted and harder to travel on. Walker Valley Mainline ...
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This route branches from Puddlejumper Road and leads you towards Blyn, Washington. This is a typical northwest Forest Service road with a hard-packed dirt surface and occasional potholes that are easily avoidable. It is also named CB7 for any traffic or logging trucks on the trail.
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