Off-Road Trails Near South Cle Elum, Washington

South Cle Elum Ridge is a 6.5-mile maintained gravel Forest Service road climbing from roughly 2,200 feet up to 4,000 feet in elevation. This is a segment of a larger north-south 60-mile overlanding route connecting Cle Elum and the Highway 90 corridor to Nile on the 410. It travels gravel Forest Se...
Learn more about South Cle Elum Ridge - NF3350

The trail leads you into high alpine terrain, offering stunning views of the valleys and meadows of the Wenatchee National Forest. Wildlife is abundant along the route, and you may have a good chance of spotting deer or elk while traversing the trail. In early summer, wildflowers bloom beautifully. ...
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Lankin Loop is a 2-mile, maintained gravel Forest Service road connecting South Cle Elum Ridge down to Miners Point Road and the North Fork of Taneum Creek. This is a segment of a larger North-South 60-mile Overlanding route connecting Cle Elum and the Highway 90 Corridor to Nile on the Highway 410 ...
Learn more about Lankin Loop - NF3350-119

The trail is rated as level 1 and winds through a thick forest with no major obstacles, aside from occasional squirrels. The view at Taneum Point is breathtaking on a clear day. Be sure to check out the US Geological Survey marker for Taneum Point. The trail can be dusty, so wearing a bandana is rec...
Learn more about Lower South Cle Elum Ridge

The trail can accommodate 1 to 2 vehicles, depending on the location, with many pull-off areas available if needed. It has an elevation gain of 1,600 feet, reaching over 4,000 feet at the summit. As you ascend into the alpine forest, the terrain will change;trees become thinner, and views will open ...
Learn more about Cedar Creek Road

Miners Point is a 2.5-mile maintained gravel Forest Service road above the North Fork of Taneum Creek, spurring off Taneum Road at the Taneum Junction. This is a segment of a larger north-south 60-mile overlanding route connecting Cle Elum and the Highway 90 corridor to Nile on the Highway 410 corri...
Learn more about Miners Point - NF3300-133

Gnat Flat is a 8.5-mile, maintained gravel forest service road connecting West Taneum Road up through Gnat Flat to Tamarack Springs Road at roughly 5,000'. This is a segment of a larger North-South 60-mile Overlanding route connecting Cle Elum and the Highway 90 Corridor to Nile on the Highway 410 c...
Learn more about Gnat Flat - NF3300

This trail winds through a lush, thick forest, and the views of the Cascades make it truly worthwhile. You won't encounter any major obstacles--just the occasional squirrel with a bit too much adventure in its heart! Although I didn't see any other riders during my visit, the trail was a bit dusty,...
Learn more about Skull Springs - E1730

The trail consists of hard-packed dirt and gravel, and you'll find it mostly clear of obstacles. You might come across a tree that's fallen onto the trail, so having a handsaw or chainsaw handy can be really helpful for clearing any deadfall. The trail winds around a beautiful ridge, surrounded by a...
Learn more about Taneum - NF 3300

This trail features hard-packed dirt and offers wide-open terrain, providing visibility for many miles in every direction. There are pullouts available along the way, allowing for easy stops. The trail is wide enough to accommodate one to two vehicles. The chances of spotting wildlife are quite good...
Learn more about Morris Canyon - NF 629

Middle Fork Teanaway is a 1.5-mile out-and-back route that follows a single-lane gravel road into the Teanaway Community Forest. A Discover Pass is required for access. The route provides access to Indian Camp Campground and follows the Middle Fork Teanaway River through a scenic forested corridor. ...
Learn more about Middle Fork Teanaway - FS 4305113

This is an easy-going trail that meanders through the forest. There are no significant obstacles, aside from the occasional adventurous chipmunk. Several offshoot trails can be accessed without the need to backtrack. Although there were no riders on the trail, it was dusty; a bandana is recommended ...
Learn more about Moonlight Canyon

Hutchins Road is an easy 12-mile dirt and gravel trail. This multi-use trail is accessible in both directions, allowing for varied adventures. The ridge provides stunning views, and visitors can enhance their experience by looking for wildlife, such as coyotes and deer, particularly during the early...
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Corral Creek is a 4.5-mile point-to-point route that follows a rough single-lane gravel road through the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest. The road features moderate rutting and water damage throughout, with larger ruts becoming more common farther up the route. Corral Creek provides access to sev...
Learn more about Corral Creek - FS 4305

This is roughly a nearly 7-mile section of trail connecting the Manastash and Gnat Flat Trails. This is a mostly well-groomed forest service road with the occasional pothole, or loose rock, however, is primarily compacted dirt. There are numerous turns off the main trail that would make for some gre...
Learn more about Tamarack Springs

This trail begins with a challenging slope section characterized by deep ruts and off-camber washouts. Steep hill climbs with fractured basalt and loose dirt give way to a winding, shaded trail featuring high alpine terrain and exposed tree roots. The trail finishes with yet another steep hill climb...
Learn more about 4W310 Frost Mountain

The trail is situated in the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest. It features a rocky, rooted, bumpy terrain with short hill climbs. The trail takes you through a dense, shaded forest and across several bridges, including a long bridge that spans a meadow. There are ample opportunities to pull over a...
Learn more about Divide Trail 4W311

Cow Camp is a 5-mile, maintained gravel forest service road connecting Tamarack Springs Road to Manastash Road near the Manastash Campground and trailhead. This is a segment of a larger North-South 60-mile Overlanding route connecting Cle Elum and the Highway 90 Corridor to Nile on the Highway 410 c...
Learn more about Cow Camp - NF3111

Route starts at the junction of NF-3120 and NF-3100. This is an easy gravel road with minor rutting and puddles that skirts several hills on the way to the very top of Quartz Mountain (6,280'). There are several great views of the surrounding Cascades, and at the top of the mountain, a spectacular v...
Learn more about Quartz Mountain

This riding area does not open until May 1st. The trail is on a mostly well-groomed forest service road, but you might come across some loose rocks and a few potholes. This 7-mile stretch connects the Manastash and Gnat Flat Trails, and there are lots of fun turns off the main trail that make for aw...
Learn more about Tamarack Ridge Road

South Cle Elum Ridge is a 6.5-mile maintained gravel Forest Service road climbing from roughly 2,200 feet up to 4,000 feet in elevation. This is a segment of a larger north-south 60-mile overlanding route connecting Cle Elum and the Highway 90 corridor to Nile on the 410. It travels gravel Forest Se...
Learn more about South Cle Elum Ridge - NF3350

The trail leads you into high alpine terrain, offering stunning views of the valleys and meadows of the Wenatchee National Forest. Wildlife is abundant along the route, and you may have a good chance of spotting deer or elk while traversing the trail. In early summer, wildflowers bloom beautifully. ...
Learn more about 3350-114

Lankin Loop is a 2-mile, maintained gravel Forest Service road connecting South Cle Elum Ridge down to Miners Point Road and the North Fork of Taneum Creek. This is a segment of a larger North-South 60-mile Overlanding route connecting Cle Elum and the Highway 90 Corridor to Nile on the Highway 410 ...
Learn more about Lankin Loop - NF3350-119

The trail is rated as level 1 and winds through a thick forest with no major obstacles, aside from occasional squirrels. The view at Taneum Point is breathtaking on a clear day. Be sure to check out the US Geological Survey marker for Taneum Point. The trail can be dusty, so wearing a bandana is rec...
Learn more about Lower South Cle Elum Ridge

South Cle Elum Ridge is a 6.5-mile maintained gravel Forest Service road climbing from roughly 2,200 feet up to 4,000 feet in elevation. This is a segment of a larger north-south 60-mile overlanding route connecting Cle Elum and the Highway 90 corridor to Nile on the 410. It travels gravel Forest Se...
Learn more about South Cle Elum Ridge - NF3350

The trail leads you into high alpine terrain, offering stunning views of the valleys and meadows of the Wenatchee National Forest. Wildlife is abundant along the route, and you may have a good chance of spotting deer or elk while traversing the trail. In early summer, wildflowers bloom beautifully. ...
Learn more about 3350-114

Lankin Loop is a 2-mile, maintained gravel Forest Service road connecting South Cle Elum Ridge down to Miners Point Road and the North Fork of Taneum Creek. This is a segment of a larger North-South 60-mile Overlanding route connecting Cle Elum and the Highway 90 Corridor to Nile on the Highway 410 ...
Learn more about Lankin Loop - NF3350-119

The trail is rated as level 1 and winds through a thick forest with no major obstacles, aside from occasional squirrels. The view at Taneum Point is breathtaking on a clear day. Be sure to check out the US Geological Survey marker for Taneum Point. The trail can be dusty, so wearing a bandana is rec...
Learn more about Lower South Cle Elum Ridge