Trail · Capitol State Forest
Rock Candy Trail
16 mi round trip1,024 ft gainVery hardDay hike: No permitOvernight: Designated sites
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Day hikeNo permit
No permit or reservation. Just the Discover Pass on your dashboard.
OvernightDesignated sites
Camp only at designated sites. Many DNR conservation areas do not allow overnight camping, so check the trailhead sign.
Washington DNR rules. Matched from trail managers on the map. Always confirm with the land manager before you go.
About the trail
Distance16 miRound trip, out and back
Elevation gain1,024 ftTotal climb, round trip
High point1,982 ftFrom elevation data
Overview
Rock Candy Trail is a 16-mile round trip, out and back from Parking area. The route follows C-4700, then B-8500, then Rock Candy Trail.
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What you need
Parking and passes
This trailhead is on state land, so you need a Discover Pass on your dashboard.
Get a Discover PassGetting there
The hike starts at Parking area. Save directions offline before you leave, since mountain roads often lose cell service.