Olympic National Park is one of the U.S natural national parks, well known for its impressive natural beauties and many hiking and travel activities. From the magical Hoh rainforest to the incredible Hurricane ridge, the national park offers a wide range of natural attractions and many travel activities to backpackers. Such as hiking and scenic drives are more popular among them. Its rugged trails, gorgeous waterfalls, calm pools, tidal waves and night skies make it one of the dream destinations for every backpacker.

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Where is Olympic National Park?

Olympic National Park is a U.S one of the natural parks located in the state of Washington, USA. It covers an area around 6,28,115 acres of land in the U.S.

Things to do in the Olympic National Park

1. Hike the Hoh Rain Forest

Hoh rain forest witnessing annual rainfall of 140 to 170 inches, which is full of green and lush with mosses and ferns in every tree and surfaces. Considered as one of the largest temperate rainforests in the U.S, home to the many towering trees and vibrant mosses. Majority of travelers begin at Hoh rain forest visitor centre, visit centre also houses exhibits and bookstores. There are 2 short natural trails available, Hall of mosses trail (0.8 miles) and Spruce natural trail (1.2 miles). Hiking in Hoh rain forest could be a moderate one and passes through a unique ecosystem where you can explore the beauty of nature and wildlife together. 

 

2. Explore Hurricane Ridge

Hurricane ridge is located 17 miles south of Port Angeles and one of the easiest mountain areas to see and explore panoramic views of the Olympic mountain rangers. With its clear and chill weather making a perfect spot to see other landmarks like surrounding valleys and scenic beauties. It is possible to do things and activities like hiking, cross country skiing, snowshoeing and sledding. You can drive up to the visitor centre where you can enjoy a variety of hiking options and different skills. 

 

3. Visit Kalaloch and Ruby Beach

Kalaloch beach is located on the southwest coast of the Olympic Peninsula. This beach is popular in Olympic National park because it receives huge visitors every year. Beach also witnesses marine environments and offshore islands. Never miss to explore western gulls, bald eagles and coastal birds that give more fun to your trip here. Thousands of marine species, coastal waters and colonies of birds make it one of the must visit destinations in Olympic national park. 

 

4. Discover Sol Duc Hot Springs

There is another place to soak up in the natural hot spring and take healing properties. It is a unique natural relaxation spot where you can take natural healing experiences. In order to soak in natural hot spring pools surrounded by the beautiful forest views. Place is not just to take a natural bath, it is also well known for hiking the scenic trails to Sol Duc falls, which is a short hiking trail also surrounded with stunning natural waterfalls. 

 

5.  Hike Mount Olympus

As we said that, Olympic national park is purely for adventure seekers, where you can do activities like climb to forest and ridges. Under that, Mount Olympus is another one, it is the highest peak in Olympic national park, with thrilling and moderate hiking trails. However, it requires technical skills and little experience, along with it involves navigating glaciers and steep rock faces. Despite its hurdles, Mount Olympus is really a spectacular place to enjoy breathtaking views from the top of the summit. 

Olympic National Park Weather

Weather in the Olympics is variable in nature, we can’t predict in advance irrespective of the time of year. It is not a surprising thing here in this park, where unique versatile weather exists.

 

During summer, temperature may vary from 10 to 20℃, when the coast and higher elevations. Annual rainfall in this area goes to 100 to 170 inches. Remember there is massive rainfall that would occur atop the mountain in the form of snow. Yearly Hurricane ridge records 30 to 35 feet of snow a year. 

 

Olympic National Park Map

Every visitors who wish to enter this park they must have any one of these entrance passes;

 

1. Standard Pass- $ 15.00-30.00

2. Annual Pass- $ 55.00

3. American the beautiful pass (includes Senior Passes)- $ 80.00

 

For Booking click here.

 

Seattle to Olympic National Park 

Just 2.5 hours of journey is required to go from Seattle to Olympic National Park. There are 3 ways to reach from Seattle to Olympic national park

1. Scenic State Ferries

2. Sunset Sail Tour

3. Beach Guided Tour