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Best trails in Olympic National Park

Best trails in Olympic National Park

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United States
#8 of 60 national parks

Situated on the Olympic Peninsula, Olympic National Park has a diverse landscape ranging from rugged Pacific shoreline with tide pools to temperate rainforests as the land expands to Mount Olympus. The glaciated Olympic Mountains overlook the Hoh Rain Forest and Quinault Rain Forest, the wettest area of the continental United States.

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Visitor info

Hours & contact
Open 24 hours
Passes & fees
Starting at $15
Accessibility
General park hours
Every day • Open 24 hours
Phone
(360) 565-3130
Entrance pass
Motorcycle

Valid for seven consecutive days. Fee admits one individual on a private, non-commercial motorcycle.

$25
Purchase pass
Per Person

Valid for seven consecutive days. This fee admits one person without a vehicle, including hikers, bicyclists, and pedestrians. Individuals fifteen years or younger are admitted free of charge.

$15
Purchase pass
Private Vehicle

Valid for seven consecutive days. Applies to private, non-commercial vehicles (15 passenger capacity or less). The pass covers all vehicle occupants.

$30
Purchase pass
Annual pass
Park

The Olympic National Park Annual Pass costs $55 and is good for entry into the park for one year from the month of purchase. Passes can be purchased at Olympic National Park visitor centers and entrance stations.

$55
Purchase pass
All U.S. national parks

Join millions of people who enjoy our National Parks with the "America the Beautiful" National Park & Federal Recreational Lands Pass, otherwise known as the Interagency Annual Pass. The pass is valid for a year's worth of visits from the month of purchase at more than 2,000 federal recreation sites across the country.

$80
Purchase pass
2025 Fee-free days

No entrance pass required on these days:

Monday, January 20 — Birthday of Martin Luther King, Jr.
Saturday, April 19 — First day of National Park Week
Thursday, June 19 — Juneteenth National Independence Day
Monday, August 4 — Anniversary of the Great American Outdoors Act
Saturday, September 27 — National Public Lands Day
Tuesday, November 11 — Veterans Day

Overview

The Interagency Access Pass is accepted here.

The Olympic (Port Angeles), Hurricane Ridge, and Hoh Rain Forest Visitor Centers are accessible to visitors using mobility equipment or strollers and have wheelchair accessible restrooms and drinking fountains. Orientation films include closed captioning.

Loaner wheelchairs, assistive listening devices, and audio descriptions are available. ASL interpreters are available by reservation. Please call 360-565-3130 or email at least 2 weeks in advance to make a reservation for equipment or interpretation services.

Additional information about accessibility at Olympic National Park can be found on their website: https://www.nps.gov/olym/planyourvisit/accessibility.htm.

Facilities

The Olympic (Port Angeles), Hurricane Ridge, and Hoh Rain Forest Visitor Centers are accessible to visitors using mobility equipment or strollers and have wheelchair accessible restrooms and drinking fountains. Orientation films include closed captioning.

The Kalaloch Lodge, Lake Crescent Lodge, and Sol Duc Hot Springs Resort have wheelchair accessible rooms and dining rooms. The Kalaloch Lodge also has an accessible cabin.

The Hoh, Rialto Beach, Hurricane Ridge, East Beach, La Poel, North Shore, Bovee's Meadow, and Salmon Cascades Picnic Areas are wheelchair accessible with packed, level paths and surfaces and accessible restrooms (except for Hurricane Ridge).

There are accessible restrooms or vault toilets at the following trailheads: Madison Falls Trail, Beach 4, Ruby Beach, and Spruce Railroad Trail.

Camping

The Deer Park, Fairholme, Grave Creeks, Heart O’ the Hills, Hoh, Kalaloch, Mora, Ozette, Sol Duc, and Staircase Campgrounds have individual wheelchair accessible camping sites and wheelchair accessible restrooms or vault toilets.

Service animals

Service animals must be on-leash throughout the park. Do not take service animals on tidal rocks.

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Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to hike in Olympic National Park?

According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike in Olympic National Park is Mount Storm King, which has a 4.8 star rating from 17,755 reviews. This trail is 4.1 mi long with an elevation gain of 2,106 ft.

What is the longest trail in Olympic National Park?

According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail in Olympic National Park is Skyline Ridge Trail. This trail is estimated to be 54.5 mi long.

How many trails are in Olympic National Park?

There are 200 trails in Olympic National Park. These trails have an average 4.5-star rating from 164,814 AllTrails community reviews.

Which trail has the most elevation gain in Olympic National Park?

If you're looking for elevation gain, Olympic National Park has you covered. Skyline Ridge Trail boasts the most elevation gain with 16,069 ft of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Sentinell Peak via Grey Wolf Deer Loop, which will get you 14,812 ft of elevation gain.

Are there camping trails available in Olympic National Park?

According to AllTrails.com, there are 83 camping trails in Olympic National Park and the most popular is Sol Duc Falls Trail with an average 4.8 star rating from 9,335 community reviews.

Are there running trails available in Olympic National Park?

According to AllTrails.com, there are 72 running trails in Olympic National Park and the most popular is Spruce Nature Trail with an average 4.7 star rating from 6,631 community reviews.

Are there biking trails available in Olympic National Park?

According to AllTrails.com, there are 4 biking trails in Olympic National Park and the most popular is Devil's Punchbowl via Spruce Railroad Trail with an average 4.7 star rating from 7,645 community reviews.

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Are there any trails with waterfalls in Olympic National Park?

Are there any trails with scenic mountain peak views in Olympic National Park?

Are there any trails with lakes in Olympic National Park?

Are there any trails with ponds in Olympic National Park?

Are there any trails with scenic viewpoints in Olympic National Park?

Are there any trails with glaciers in Olympic National Park?

Yes, there are 2 trails with glaciers in Olympic National Park, including Hoh River Trail to Blue Glacier Trail and Mount Carrie: High Divide Trail Route.

Are there any trails with rivers in Olympic National Park?

Are there any trails with beaches in Olympic National Park?

Yes, there are 21 trails with beaches in Olympic National Park, including Hole-in-the-Wall from Rialto Beach, Second Beach, Shi Shi Beach Trail, Third Beach Trail to Taylor Point, and Kalaloch to Browns Point Trail.

Are there any trails with weather shelters in Olympic National Park?

Are there any trails with hot springs in Olympic National Park?

Are there any trails with archaeological sites in Olympic National Park?

Are there any trails with picnic areas in Olympic National Park?

Yes, there are 3 trails with picnic areas in Olympic National Park, including West Elwha River Trail, July Creek Picnic Area and Overlook, and Bovee's Meadow Trail.

Are there any trails with huts in Olympic National Park?

Are there any trails with bays in Olympic National Park?

Are there any trails with cliffs in Olympic National Park?

Yes, there are 3 trails with cliffs in Olympic National Park, including Hole-in-the-Wall from Rialto Beach, Rialto Beach Trail, and Pacific Northwest Trail: Stage 53 - La Push to Ozette.

Are there any trails with historical monuments in Olympic National Park?