Dosewallips First Day Hike
Event Date
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Maple Valley and Steam Donkey Loop
Start the new year by exploring our great Olympic Peninsula over at Dosewallips State Park! This 2.5-mile, ranger-guided hike will take you back into our 2nd growth forests. Learn about the logging history of this area, including where the Steam Donkey Trial got its name, all while being introduced to the plants and animals that now call this park home. If we’re lucky, we may even be joined by the local elk!
Start the new year by exploring our great Olympic Peninsula over at Dosewallips State Park! This 2.5-mile, ranger-guided hike will take you back into our 2nd growth forests. Learn about the logging history of this area, including where the Steam Donkey Trial got its name, all while being introduced to the plants and animals that now call this park home. If we’re lucky, we may even be joined by the local elk!
LENGTH OF HIKE: 2.5 miles
WHERE TO MEET: Meet at the Dosewallips Ranger Station.
IS THIS HIKE RECCOMENDED FOR BEGINNERS? YES
ADA ACCESSIBLE? NO
STROLLER ACCESSIBLE? NO
Are leashed dogs allowed? YES
MINIMUM AGE? N/A
RESTRICTIONS: Hike has about 500 ft of elevation gain through single-track dirt trails. Hikers should wear clothing appropriate for the weather and bring water.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED? NO
THINGS TO BRING: Dress according to the weather. Be prepared for some muddy terrain and the very slight chance of snow. Hiking poles and hiking boots are recommended.
CANCELLATION INFORMATION/NUMBER TO CALL: Park Office 360-796-4415