Trail Alerts

OAT Trail MP 8 for Equestrian Users

Trail Alert Posted: June 24, 2026

Around milepost 8.25 of the Olympic Adventure Trail will have an equestrian closure / bypass near Salt Creek. The trail will remain open to cyclists and walkers, but equestrians are asked to bypass the section (approximately 1 mile) onto the adjacent logging road due to soft ground.

On site signage will direct equestrian users to the trail bypass.

Work should be copmpleted by mid-July.

Anderson Lake State Park Closure

Trail Alert Posted: April 22, 2026

Anderson Lake State Park will be closed for construction from June 15, 2026 to August 31, 2026. The construction includes paving the entrance road, ADA parking, new restrooms, equestrian area improvements, and the new extension of the Olympic Discovery Trail. This post will be removed when the work is completed.

New Trails Not Open Yet

Trail Alert Posted: April 10, 2026

Important Update in Jefferson County: The new section of the Olympic Discovery Trail from 4 corners to Anderson Lake State Park is not open yet.

We are planning a ribbon cutting event to celebrate the new trail connections in Jefferson County. Sign up for our newsletter to get the details.

OAT Gossett Road

Trail Alert Posted: April 8, 2026

The Olympic Discovery Trail (ODT) paved section west of Joyce near Gossett Road is currently closed weekdays during normal working hours 6:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. for DNR contractor logging.

The road is open during the off hours.