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Cle Elum ORV Area
Thursday, December 12, 2024
| Other Names | Cle Elum Ranger District, Okanogan-wenatchee National Forest, Little Naches, Sawmill Flat, Deadhorse Hill, Indian Flat, Quartz Mountain, Riders Camp, Manaslash Camp, Lost Lake, Taneum Junction, Icewater Creek Campground, Taneum Creek, Fish Hook Flats, Crow Creek Campground |
| Last Known Status | Closed For Season |
This large trail system has multiple trailheads and campgrounds to choose from. A large portion of this trail system consists of single track motorcycle trails but there are some narrow ATV trails as well.
Some novice friendly motorcycle trails can be found at Taneum Junction and Icewater Creek Campgrounds while Manastash Campground has a beginner friendly ATV loop.
The trails close seasonally for spring thaw around late March through mid June but some sections may remain closed due to ongoing maintenance so check with the Cle Elum Ranger District for current conditions.
REGULATIONS
| Permit Required | Yes | WA ORV Tab |
| Dates Open | June 15 - October 15 | |
| Other ATV Stickers Accepted | Unknown | |
| Spark Arrestor | Yes | A spark arresting exhaust silencer or end cap is required for all vehicles. |
| Noise Limit | Yes (105 dB) | |
| Whip Flags | Not Required | |
| Maximum Vehicle Width | ||
 Motorcycles & Dirt Bikes | Permitted | |
 ATVs | Permitted | |
 UTV & SXS | Prohibited | |
 4x4 & Jeeps (registered) | Prohibited | |
| Dune Buggy & Sand Rail 4x4 (unregistered) | Prohibited | |
| 2 Stroke Engines | No Restriction | |
| MX Helmet Required | Yes | |
 Camping | Some Areas | (camp in developed sites only) |
 Campfires | ||
| Night Riding | Unknown | |
| Trail Blazing | Prohibited | stay on designated trails |
| Rule Enforcement | ||
| Comment | Most campsites are available on a first come, first serve basis except for Sawmill Flat Campground and Little Naches Campground. Reservations can be made online at www.recreation.gov or by calling (877) 444-6777. | |
TERRAIN
| Approx Size | 375,000 acres (586 sq mi) | |
| Miles Of Trail | 200 | |
| Climate Type | Forest | |
| Elevation | 2500 to 4500 ft. | |
| Trail Maintenance | Marked, Not Rated, Lightly Maintained | |
| Loose Dirt |  Mostly | |
| Hard Pack |  Little | |
| Sand | Little | |
| Mud | Little | |
| Dust |  Some | |
| Rocks | Little | |
| Trees |  All | |
| Steep Hills |  Many | |
| Water Crossings |  Few | |
| Small Jumps | Few | |
| Large Jumps |  None | |
| Berms | Many | |
| Sand/Gravel Pits | None | |
| Single Track | Many | |
| Roads | Few | |
| Shade | Many | |
| Hazards | Few | (hazards assumed marked but use caution) |
 Novice | Some | |
 Amateur | Mostly | |
 Expert | Some |
TYPE OF AREA
| Area | Motorized Trails |
| Land | National Forest |
GPS POINTS
KEY SERVICES
 Gasoline | 5-20 Miles (N) | Shell (509) 674-2555 |
| Diesel | 5-20 Miles (N) | Shell (509) 674-2555 |
 Water | 5-20 Miles | Ellensburg KOA (509) 925-9319 |
 RV Hookup | 5-20 Miles (SE) | Ellensburg KOA (509) 925-9319 |
 RV Disposal | 5-20 Miles (SE) | Ellensburg KOA (509) 925-9319 |
| Campground | On Site | |
 Conv Store | 5-20 Miles (N) | Shell (509) 674-2555 |
FEES & PASSES
| Parking | (None) |
| Entry | (None) |
| Riding | (None) |
| Camping | Yes Tent: $5.00 RV: $5.00 Addtl. Vehicle: $0.00 Taneum Junction Campground Fee |
| Comment | Icewater Campground - $20/night, $6/additional vehicle; Quartz Mountain Campground - $0; Manaslash Camp - $5/night; Riders Camp - $10/night; Little Naches Campground - $20/night, $9/additional vehicle; Sawmill Flat Campground - $22/night |
RATINGS
| Our Rating |  Very Good |
| Recommended Stay | 1-2 Days |
| Comments | (Scroll Down For Rider Reviews & Comments) |
DRIVING DIRECTIONS
| Nearest City | Cle Elum, WA | ||
| From: Seattle, WA
For Taneum Junction Campground 1) Take I-90 East to Exit 78 2) Turn right (south) off the exit ramp onto Golf Course Road, continue .9 miles 3) Turn left (south) onto Westside Road, continue 5 miles 4) Turn right (south) onto NF-3350, continue 6.5 miles 5) Turn right onto NF-119, continue about 4 miles 6) Campground entrance is on the right (south). For Icewater Campground: 7) Continue east past Taneum Junction Campground entrance for about 1 mile 8) Campground entrance is on the right (south). |
OFFICIAL CONTACTS
| Contact Info | Okanogan-wenatchee National Forest - Cle Elum Ranger District 803 W. 2nd Street Cle Elum, WA 98922 (509) 852-1100 mailroom_r6_okanogan@fs.fed.us mailroom_r6_wenatchee@fs.fed.us www.fs.usda.gov |
| Contact Info | Washington State Department of Licensing (360) 902-3770 titles@dol.wa.gov www.dol.wa.gov |
| Comment | Washington ORV Tab Info |
Cle Elum ORV Trail Photo
At certain points you can even see Cle Elum Lake and snow capped mountains.
Cle Elum ORV Trail Photo
You can't beat the scenery here.
Cle Elum ORV Trail Photo
This is a good place for a group ride with friends and family.
Cle Elum ORV Trail Photo
If you like rugged mountains, evergreen pine trees and hundreds of miles of trails, this is the place to go.
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