Dosewallips State Park - Steam Donkey Trail — Sunday, Jun. 23, 2019

The Steam Donkey Loop was a nice way for myself and a couple friends to spend the morning. It was cool outside which made the hike perfect. Easy enough for anyone out of shape or for kids. You'll see some small creeks/rivers (and many creek beds and riverbeds) as you explore. we picked some ripe salmonberries. passed lots of families on the trail. I do suggest starting at the Steam donkey side, going clockwise like WTA directs you to, and ending on the maple valley trail.
we got lost for a short while as there is a fork along the maple valley trail that I interpreted as the Rhody & Maple Valley fork, so we kept to the left. It led us down a very steep piece of trail and out to the river. it was a nice detour but confused us until we returned to the fork and took the other path.. which led us to the campground about 10 minutes later. whoops!
I am attaching a photo of the map we were given by the very kind and helpful park rangers!
there are (waterless, pit style) restrooms at the campground near the maple valley trailhead for before or after hike!