Olympic
From moss-draped rainforests to rugged ocean beaches and alpine peaks, Olympic National Park packs extraordinary ecological diversity into one park.
Top Stops
Top places to visit in Olympic, from signature stops to easy additions for the trip plan.
North Side
Hurricane Ridge RoadHurricane Ridge Road provides your easiest access to Olympic's high country.
North Side
Hurricane Ridge Visitor CenterFocuses on Olympic's mountain habitats with exhibits and guided walks and talks.
Information
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Auto Tour
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Hiking
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Ancient Groves Nature TrailThis short, picturesque trail leads through the majestic old-growth forest of Sol Duc Valley.
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Lover's LaneLover's Lane Loop is a 5.8-mile loop connecting Sol Duc campground, Sol Duc Falls and the Sol Duc Resort.
Camping
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Deer ParkTents only. Access road is narrow & winding, gravel, not suitable for RVs or trailers.
Lodging
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Log Cabin ResortA variety of lodging options, along with a camping area for RVs and tents.
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Lake Crescent LodgeThe lodge has cabins, motel rooms, and rooms in the historic lodge building.
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Sol Duc Hot Springs ResortOffers cabins, hot spring pools, a dining room, poolside deli, and a grocery store.
Point of Interest
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Mount OlympusMount Olympus is the tallest and most prominent mountain in the Olympic Mountains.
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Mount DeceptionAt 7,788 feet high, Mount Deception is the second highest peak of the Olympic Mountains.
Ranger Station
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Olympic National Park Visitor CenterVisitor information, exhibits about Olympic's natural and cultural history.
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Wilderness Information CenterInformation and trip planning advice for all wilderness users, including current trail reports, safety, weather.
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Hurricane Ridge Visitor CenterVisitor information, exhibits about Olympic's mountain habitats, 20-minute orientation film shown on request.
Picnicking
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Madison Falls TrailThis easy trail provides access to some of the most splendid natural features in the Elwha Valley.
Restrooms
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Ancient Groves Nature TrailThis short, picturesque trail leads through the majestic old-growth forest of Sol Duc Valley.
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Madison Falls TrailThis easy trail provides access to some of the most splendid natural features in the Elwha Valley.
Parking
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Hurricane Ridge Visitor CenterVisitor information, exhibits about Olympic's mountain habitats, 20-minute orientation film shown on request.
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Safety
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PetsPets are not generally permitted on park trails or beaches, buildings, or in designated wilderness areas.
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Protect marine lifeAll living organisms on the beach and in tide pools are protected.
Support
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VolunteerThousands of volunteers donate tens of thousands of hours to support Olympic National Park each year.
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Washington's National Park FundA non-profit organization whose mission is to restore and preserve national parks in Washington.
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Discover Your NorthwestA non-profit organization that provides educational materials at park sales outlets.
Nearby Parks Around Olympic
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Nearby Points of Interest Around Olympic
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Olympic National Park
Long isolated and unexplored, Olympic National Park in coastal Washington remains a pristine wilderness that includes mountains, rainforest, and 73 miles of Pacific coastline.
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Olympic National Park Visitor Center
The main park visitor's center, open daily.
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Olympic National Park Visitor Center
Visitor information, exhibits about Olympic's natural and cultural history.
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Wilderness Information Center
Information and trip planning advice for all wilderness users, including current trail reports, safety, weather.
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Living Forest Trail
Living Forest Trail is a 0.4-mile loop trail behind the Visitor Center.
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Peabody Creek Trail
Peabody Creek Trail is a 0.5-mile loop trail beginning in the Visitor Center parking area.
