# Salmon runs at McLane Creek Nature Trail — live counts

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.

**McLane Creek Nature Trail: Daily 8:30 AM–5:30 PM.** _(as of 2026-10-15T16:11:29.552Z)_

- **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.

_Data as of 2026-10-15T12:00:00-07:00 · Sources: web research_

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