Best SUV in Washington

Trying to find the best SUV in Washington? Bivy has great hiking, biking, paddling, climbing, skiing, riding and more, with hand-curated trail maps, as well as detailed driving directions.

1

Washington, Pierce County

02 :49 hrs
14.9 mi
879.575 ft
Unknown

This popular trail follows a forest service road through the Cascade Range north of Greenwater. You will drive over Haller Pass and enjoy awesome views of Mount Rainer and the surrounding Cascade mountain range. Lonesome Lake is a beautiful crystal clear alpine lake. At least a stock SUV is recommended.

2

Washington, Kittitas County

00 :24 hrs
2.5 mi
250.20502 ft
Unknown

This adventure is one of the best and most difficult trails in the state. The surface is ground rock and dirt. It will be dusty in dry conditions and slick/muddy when wet. Expect some steep climbs with a huge rut going down the middle. If you fall in the ruts, body damage and rollover is likely. When the trail is wet it is dangerous and not recommended. The views and scenery are awesome. You’ll need a highly modified rig with a lift, lockers, and big tires.

3

Washington, Pierce County

00 :08 hrs
0.8 mi
48.59601 ft
Unknown

The Upper Alder Loop trail is part of the Elbe Hills system. It is a tight trail that winds through a thick forest and has a huge rock garden. There will be mud and some tough obstacles without bypasses. You’ll need a modified rig with a lift, big tires, and lockers.

4

Washington, Pierce County

00 :32 hrs
3 mi
337.11304 ft
Unknown

Located within the Evans Creek ORV area, this trail climbs to the highest point in the park and offers awesome views of Mt. Rainier. There is one obstacle where the trail goes down to a large shelf. It can be difficult when wet but stock SUVs should be ok.

5

Washington, Pierce County

00 :01 hrs
0.1 mi
18.39502 ft
Unknown

The Rainier Vista Rock Garden is a ⅛ of a mile stretch of a rock garden playground with no bypasses. It is for highly modified rigs with lockers, larger tires, and a big lift. The pit is a hole surrounded by rock walls, and giant boulders. A permit is also required

6

Washington, Jefferson County

00 :50 hrs
4.9 mi
629.99304 ft
Unknown

This trail is a well maintained Forest Service road that drives to one of the tallest peaks to the Hood Canal. It is short but the views are breathtaking and there is a good chance to see a variety of wildlife. 2WD vehicles with high clearance are ok but trailers and motorhomes are not recommended. It is a one lane road with turnouts.

7

Washington, Snohomish County

00 :05 hrs
0.5 mi
33.70999 ft
Unknown

Located in Reiter Foothills Forest, this is one of the most interesting trails. Expect several twists, turns, and some boulders that are fun to navigate and play on. The trail is mostly gravel and soft mud with occasional standing water in places. There is a qualifier to get over and onto the trail.

8

Washington, Pierce County

01 :17 hrs
6.9 mi
833.16895 ft
Unknown

Copper Creek is a basic forest service road during the summer but is also a popular route during the winter months. You can drive up to 4500 feet and enjoy views of Mount Rainier and the surrounding peaks. Stock SUVs with 4WD is suitable but for winter travel tire chains and safety gear is recommended. Weekends will be crowded.

9

Washington, Yakima County

02 :20 hrs
26 mi
1260.8939 ft
Unknown

This trail wanders along the Bethel RIdge with awesome views of the Okanogan Wenatchee National Forest. It is a long trip so give yourself plenty of time to explore. Most of the trail is a forest service road with a section of a single lane wide road along Bethel Ridge. A stock SUV with high clearance will be ok. The trail is straight through. Camping is allowed along the trail and surrounding Forest Service roads.

10

Washington, Pierce County

00 :45 hrs
4.1 mi
243.64001 ft
Unknown

Trail #102 is located in the “Evans Creek ORV” and has a variety of terrain including steep climbs, narrow turns, and tons of roots, rocks, and trees. Longer wheel-based vehicles will have more of a challenge on turns. There is almost always water flowing and if you are worried about damaging paint this is not a trail for you.

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