Obstruction Point-Deer Park Trail
This surprisingly undemanding trail weaves through spectacular subalpine meadows.
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Obstruction Point-Deer Park Trail Details
Following the highest trail in the Olympic Mountains over the highest part of Hurricane Ridge, this surprisingly undemanding trail weaves through spectacular subalpine meadows, the beauty of which are hardly diminished by the staggeringly beautiful views that continually arise along the trail. The trail, which is often studded with patches of lingering snow, gently rises and falls through the saddles of the surrounding peaks, occasionally using switchbacks and rope supports in particularly tricky areas. Climbing the slopes of both Elk Mountain and Maiden Peak, the trail features breathtaking views of Grand Creek Valley, the Strait of Juan de Fuca, Grand and Moose Lakes, Blue Mountain, Mt. Carrie, the Needles, Unicorn Peak, Vancouver Island, and many, many more before making the long descent to Deer Park.
Difficulty
Moderate
Distance
5.4 miles
Estimated time
4 hours
Region
N/A
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Nearby Points of Interest Around Obstruction Point-Deer Park Trail
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0.0 mi away
Obstruction Point
The highest trail in the park, a long but only moderately difficult ridgeline hike that runs 7.4 miles.
5.2 mi away
Ancient Lake Morse
During the last ice age, a giant ice sheet from Canada descended on the Olympic Range.
5.6 mi away
Hurricane Ridge Road
Hurricane Ridge Road provides your easiest access to Olympic's high country.
5.8 mi away
Deer Park Ranger Station
Intermittently staffed during summer and fall. Information available.
5.8 mi away
Deer Park Ranger Station
Intermittently staffed during summer and fall. Pit toilets located across from the ranger station.
