Walk with a Ranger - Frenchman Hills Trail Loop, Potholes State Park

Event location: Potholes State Park

No registration is required—everyone is welcome.

Just bring your day-hiking gear suited for cooler weather, along with your sense of curiosity and adventure.

Come enjoy good company, stunning scenery, and a refreshing start to December in one of Washington’s most remarkable state parks.

Remember to bring a valid Discover Pass or Day Pass and display on your vehicle. Your local library has Discover Passes to borrow if needed. Check Out Washington - Washington State Parks Foundation

Discover Passes and Day Passes may also be purchase at the Potholes State Park office or day-use area.

Event Date

December 14, 2025, 1 - 2:30pm

Join Interpretive Ranger Sarah Overby for a casual, curiosity-filled walk along the Frenchman Hill Loop Trail at Potholes State Park.

This easy hike is less than 3 miles and offers a great chance to learn about the unique ecosystem and geology that shape our area.

As we wander through the trees, keep your ears open—you might just hear (or spot!) a certain feathered resident known for its hoots.

Be sure to come prepared for a cool-weather day hike: bring a warm drink, layered clothing, and some snacks to keep you comfortable along the way.

We’d love to see you out on the trail!

Directions

Drive on I-90 to exit 137.

Take exit 137 onto SR-26, heading east toward Othello and Pullman for 21 miles.

Turn left onto Dodson Rd S and drive for 2.2 miles, then turn right onto road 12 SW and proceed for 4.0 miles.

Turn left onto Road A SE and drive 9.2 miles, then make another left and drive 0.6 miles to the parking area.

Look for the BIG brown signs and Washington State Park icons for Potholes State Park.