McLane Creek Nature Trail
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.
Details
- Hours
- 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. daily
- Fees
- Washington Discover Pass required
- 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.
- Parking
- Paved and gravel parking for approximately 20 cars, with one accessible parking space
- Notes
- The first salmon viewing platform is currently closed due to flood damage. Trail is hiking-only (not open to horses or off-road vehicles).
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