Teanaway Community Forest — Attraction in Cle Elum

Teanaway Community Forest is an incredible place to camp and explore. Tucked away in the Cascades, it offers some of the most peaceful and scenic views I’ve seen, towering evergreens, mountain backdrops, and a quiet that instantly makes you feel relaxed. It’s the perfect escape for anyone who loves the outdoors.

We came in with a truck and toy hauler and had no problem finding a great spot with plenty of space. The camping areas are wide, flat, and surrounded by trees, giving both privacy and shade. Setting up was easy, and there was still room to unload and enjoy the toys. The forest roads and trails are excellent for exploring, whether you’re on foot, bike, or bringing machines to ride deeper into the woods.

What really stands out about Teanaway is the balance, it feels remote enough to be a true adventure but still close enough to town if you need supplies or a quick stop. The air is fresh, the nights are quiet, and the mornings are filled with the sound of birds and the sight of deer moving through the trees. If you want to relax, explore, and enjoy real forest camping, this place is...

Did a hike that I heard about from a friend called cheese rock? there's no Google maps location for it, we used coordinates. Overall really cool hike!

Some things to know: This area seemed to have a lot of roadkill on our trip from ellensburg. Drive cautious and keep your eyes peeled for deer, elk, cow, and anything else that might be an issue. We did not have cell phone service where we were at. If you don't know the trail, bring a map! I simply looked on the WA Trails Association website and took a few screenshots of the map from there. There are several roads and forks, so you'll want a map. Really plentiful in wildlife and wildflowers! We had a great time :) I wouldn't bring kids on the cheese rock hike unless they're experienced and/or really good listeners. The top of the hike drops off really far from easily climbing rocks and one loose foot could mean an airlift to...

Too crowded, too noisy, too many motors, too many guns shooting across the river. Wildlife is scared off. It used to be a lovely retreat, now it is like a busy city park. It is hard to enjoy the natural features with people everywhere. Tread softly and leave no trace. While there are signs regarding motorized vehicles, there is no way to enforce that. Fewer deer, fewer elk, fewer turkey. Some locals say that the wolves have eaten them. The new bathrooms are good. Private land remains private, and should...