Teanaway Community Forest
Teanaway Community Forest is an easy 50+ miles off-road trail near Cle Elum, WA, best run May - November. No gear is marked required; All-terrain tires, 4WD capability and Tow strap are recommended. A stock high-clearance 4x4 can run it; check the gear list before you go.
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The Teanaway Community Forest provides gentle, accessible overlanding through one of the most scenic valleys in the eastern Cascades. The forest's golden grasslands and scattered ponderosa pines create a warm, inviting landscape that contrasts beautifully with the dramatic granite walls of the Stuart Range rising to the north. Forest roads are well-maintained and suitable for most vehicles, making this an ideal destination for families and beginners. The valley's east-side location means drier, sunnier weather than the rain-soaked western Cascades.
Fun Facts
The Teanaway Community Forest was purchased for $98 million in 2013 to protect public access.
The Stuart Range visible from the forest contains the most challenging alpine rock climbing in Washington.
The name Teanaway comes from a Sahaptin word meaning 'place of fish.'
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Closest campgrounds to Teanaway Community Forest:
- Trailer Corral RV Park · Cle Elum · 7 mi (straight-line)
- Beverly Campground · 9 mi (straight-line)
- Taneum Campground · 10 mi (straight-line)
- Swauk Campground · 10 mi (straight-line)
- Icewater Creek Campground · 10 mi (straight-line)
- Taneum Junction Campground · 11 mi (straight-line)
Straight-line distance. Check the map for drive time.
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WHAT YOU'LL NEED
Stock rigs can usually run this trail, but the right tire size and fitment make it more enjoyable.
Tire Size Calculator
Convert tire sizes and compare diameter differences before you swap.
Verify your stock tires meet minimum clearance for this trail.
Gear Ratio Calculator
Find the right gear ratio after lifting or upsizing tires.
Re-gear after a tire upgrade to restore trail torque and MPG.
Wheel Fitment Calculator
Calculate backspacing and offset so wider wheels clear your suspension.
Ensure any wheel upgrade clears your factory suspension.