Funny Rocks is a rock-crawling playground in the Manastash Ridge and Little Naches off-road area, south of Cle Elum and near Cliffdell. It isn’t one trail. It’s an area of rock features you reach on Forest Service 4×4 routes like Milk Creek, Tripod Flats and Kaner Flats.
Quick facts
- Type: rock-crawling area, not a single trail
- Area: Manastash Ridge / Little Naches OHV system
- Near: Cliffdell, south of Cle Elum and west of Ellensburg
- Plus Code: X2RW+4F Cliffdell, Washington
- Access routes: Milk Creek, Tripod Flats, Kaner Flats and other forest roads
Funny Rocks videos
These are our own runs at Funny Rocks.
Before you go
- Make sure your rig is registered for off-road use. See the Washington DOL off-road vehicle page (opens in a new tab).
- Moon Rocks (Plus Code X2MR+7F Naches) is another rock area close by.
- Always check to make sure the trails are open before you go.
Common questions
Where is Funny Rocks in Washington?
Funny Rocks is in the Manastash Ridge and Little Naches off-road area, south of Cle Elum and west of Ellensburg, near Cliffdell.
Is Funny Rocks a trail?
Not really. It’s a rock playground area you reach on several Forest Service and 4×4 routes, including Milk Creek, Tripod Flats and Kaner Flats.
Do I need a permit to ride at Funny Rocks?
Off-road vehicles in Washington need to be registered with the Department of Licensing. Check the DOL off-road vehicle rules (opens in a new tab) for what your rig needs.
Location details from our own trips. Last checked October 11, 2026.
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