Capitol State Forest, Nature reserve in Thurston County, US.
Capitol State Forest extends across 110,000 acres of land, featuring diverse ecosystems with elevations ranging from 600 to 2,659 feet above sea level.
The Washington State Department of Natural Resources established this forest in the 1930s to maintain sustainable timber production and natural resource management.
The forest serves multiple communities by providing revenue for schools and public services through managed timber production and recreational activities.
Visitors need to obtain a Discover Pass to access over 150 miles of trails suitable for hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, and off-road motorcycling.
The forest contains the Mima Mounds, a geological formation creating a pattern of rounded earth mounds spread across the landscape.
Location: Thurston County
Operator: Washington State Department of Natural Resources
Website: https://dnr.wa.gov/Capitol
GPS coordinates: 46.94457,-123.17126
Latest update: March 6, 2025 11:42
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