Urban Trails: Olympia: Capitol State Forest/ Shelton/ Harstine Island

Great book for locals and visitors like!

We moved to Olympia so I was interested in getting ideas for more trails I could do with my kids - this was perfect! Lots of areas to bike, as well.

This has been such a great guide! We’re using it a lot to get out in a secluded way during COVID. I’m learning tons about an area I’ve lived in a long time!

Has all the info you need for hikes and walks in the area, including directions, dog friendly trails, distance and difficulty of hikes and walks. If you need a Discover Pass, it tells you. It has pictures and is small enough to carry in your pocket. I frequently use Romano's books in planning trips.

I just moved to the area and found this book extremely useful for finding places to walk. I bought the kindle version so I can use it on my phone.

Good info

Craig Romano has a whole series of urban trails books, based on locations like Olympia, Bellingham, Shoreline, etc. all of his books are user friendly, and accessible to use by a variety of walkers...moms with kids, singletons, beginner hikers, etc. I have several of his books, because sometimes I just want to explore beyond my backyard, and his books are an excellent resource. I have hiked the area for 30 years using a variety of resources and can say Craig's guidance/descriptions have not steered me wrong yet.