Capitol State Forest
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The Capitol State Forest is a Script error: No such module "convert". state forest in Thurston and Grays Harbor counties in Washington, used for both commercial logging operations and recreation.
The forest, containing the Black Hills, is surrounded by various other preserves and wildlife areas. The woodlands contain Mima mounds geologic features and is the headwater for McLane Creek.
Description
The Capitol State Forest is managed by Washington State Department of Natural Resources and considered public land.[1] It is a multi-use forest with active logging operations and is open for off-road motorcycles,[2] mountain biking,[3][4] horseback riding,[5] and hiking.[6][7]
The forest includes Mima mounds geologic features.[8]
Geography
Capitol Forest is approximately bounded by U.S. Route 12 to the southwest, Interstate 5 to the east and State Route 8 to the north.[9]
It roughly contains the Black Hills. The Mima Mounds Natural Area Preserve is directly east and units of the Scatter Creek Wildlife Area, such as the Black River Wildlife Area and Glacial Heritage Wildlife Area, are to the southeast.
Cities and towns near its borders include Olympia, Tumwater, Littlerock, Oakville, and McCleary.
Amenities and recreation
McLane Creek
The forest contains the McLane Creek Nature Trail located in an eastern portion of the park. A flat, Script error: No such module "convert". looping, with an additional Script error: No such module "convert". extension, it contains a mix of boardwalks and natural pathways with wildlife viewing platforms.[10]
Visitors can walk to McLane Creek, the headwaters of which begin in the forest, and through wetland areas and second growth forest. Visitors can view avian wildlife such as Canadian geese, kingfishers, and mallards and the creek is host to migrating Chum salmon, usually in December.[1]
Gallery
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Two people hike along a recent clear cut, April 2025
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View from McLane Creek Nature Trail
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McLane Creek Nature Trail, June 2025
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References
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External links
- Capitol Forest Community Website
- Friends of Capitol Forest volunteer organization
- Mima Mounds Natural Area Preserve
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