Umtanum Ridge is an isolated segment of the Wenas Wildlife Area, managed mostly by the DFW with a few patches of DNR land in the middle of it. The riding here is mostly high speed along ridge lines, with some canyon runs that are rough and bumpy. Most roads are in good condition.

You can ride on any road that has a white marker with a green dot on it.
This area is open year round for motorized access, but you may have some trouble when it is covered with snow.

Highlights:
This area features some exhilarating hill climbs and breathtaking panoramic views. Pretty flowers if they are in bloom. High likelihood of seeing wildlife. High speed riding out in the wide open desert.

Get details including directions, staging areas, maps, and difficulty levels in the UTV Guide to WA State.

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