Salmon runs at McLane Creek Nature Trail — live counts
McLane Creek Nature Trail: Daily 8:30 AM–5:30 PM.
McLane Creek Nature Trail is a 1.5-mile hiking-only trail in Capitol State Forest southwest of Olympia that offers excellent wildlife and salmon viewing opportunities along the creek and beaver pond.
Data as of October 15, 2026 · Sources: web research
Details
- Address
- Start 4 miles west of Olympia at Mud Bay exit of US-Hwy 101. Go south on Delphi Road for 3.3 miles. Turn right for .4 miles to site.
- Hours
- Daily 8:30 AM–5:30 PM
- Fees
- Washington Discover Pass required
- Parking
- Paved and gravel parking for approximately 20 cars, with one accessible parking space
- Website
- https://dnr.wa.gov/forest-and-trust-lands/capitol-state-forest
- Notes
- The first salmon viewing platform is currently closed due to flood damage. The trail is open year-round. Trail is hiking-only (not open to horses or off-road vehicles).
Common questions
- Are salmon runs active at McLane Creek Nature Trail right now?
- McLane Creek Nature Trail is open Daily 8:30 AM–5:30 PM.
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