Olympic National Park
Explore Olympic’s dynamic landscapes that sprawl across three ecosystems; glacier-capped mountains, old-growth rainforests and the wild coastline.
15 mins away
Lake crescent
Lake Crescent is a glacially carved lake famous for its crystal clear waters. Visit Fairholme Beach for a cold swim or to rent a boat. Stop at various picnic spots around the lake for lunch.
RECOMMENDED TRAILS
Marymere Falls
Try this easy hike through an old growth forest to Marymere Falls.
- Est. 1 hour
- 1.7 miles
Mount Storm King Trail
Challenge yourself in a difficult-rated hike to dramatic mountain-top views.
- Est. 2.5 hours
- 5.3 miles
Spruce Railroad Trail
A iconic waterfront trail that follows the shoreline for 11.2 miles. A great turnaround point is Devil’s Punchbowl and bridge for a shorter hike (2.4 miles · Est. 1 hour).
- Est. 5 hours or less
- 2.4 or 11.2 miles
1 hour away
hurricane ridge
Hurricane Ridge Visitor Center has breathtaking views of mountains as soon as you leave your car. It’s a great jumping point for hiking, snowshoeing, skiing, and snowboarding.
Recommended Trails
Hurricane Hill
This incredible moderate trail offers sweeping 360° mountain views and is one of our favorites.
- Est. 2 hours
- 3.4 miles
Klahhane Ridge
Incredible views along this moderate-hard trail and offers wildflowers in the summer.
- Est. 5+ hours
- 5.0+ miles
45 mins away
Sol duc Area
Visit Sol Duc Falls, the top waterfall in Olympic National Park here and enjoy mineral hot springs soak at the resort. The hot springs aren’t rugged, wild or in nature —instead expect a large swimming pool that could be crowded.
Recommended Trails
Sol Duc Falls
Experience this easy 1.1-mile trail along the Ohanapecosh River to an island of towering, thousand-year-old trees
- Est. 1 hour
- 1.1 miles
Deer Lake
Moderately challenging hike along the 19-mile Seven Lakes Basin Loop in the Sol Duc Valley.
- Est. 4 hours
- 6.3 miles
1.5 hours away
HOH Rainforest
The Hoh Rainforest, pronounced "Hoe" is one of four rainforests on the Olympic Peninsula. However, it is the only one that has been awarded the distinction of being a World Heritage Site and a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve.
Recommended Trails
Hall of Mosses Trail
This easy trail takes you through an old growth forest and features a grove of maple trees draped with abundant moss
- Est. 30 mins
- 0.8 miles
Spruce Nature Trail
Another easy trail to extend the Hall of Mosses through an old growth forest and a brief section by the Hoh River
- Est. 30 mins
- 1.2 miles
1.5 hours away
KALALOCH & RUBY BEACH
The olympic coast features striking sunset views and amazing sights of the pristine beaches with rugged sea stacks. Marine wildlife spotting is common and the tidepools are not to be missed during low tide.
Roadside Stops
Tree of Life
Admire a massive Sitka spruce tree wedged between two blocks of the sandy bluff and is hanging mid-air! Drive to the Kalaloch Campground and start walking north along the beach to spot it.
Ruby Beach
A popular 1 mile stroll with towering sea stacks and piles of driftwood logs.
- Est. 30 mins
- 1 miles
Recommended Trails
Rialto Beach
A long 1.4 mile hike along the coast but we highly suggest hiking north to the “hole-in-the-wall” rock during low tide (about 2 miles).
- Est. 1.5 to 7 hours
- up to 13.4 miles
Second Beach
Located 0.7 miles from La Push Road, this trail takes you to tidepools and seastacks against an iconic sunset.
- Est. 30 mins to 1.5 hours
- 0.7+ miles