About Olympic National Park
With its incredible range of precipitation and elevation, diversity is the hallmark of Olympic National Park. Encompassing nearly a million acres, the park protects a vast wilderness, thousands of years of human history, and several distinctly different ecosystems, including glacier-capped mountains, old-growth temperate rain forests, and over 70 miles of wild coastline. Come explore!
Quick Facts
Entrance Fees
Valid for seven consecutive days. Applies to private, non-commercial vehicles (15 passenger capacity or less). The pass covers all vehicle occupants.
Valid for 7 days. Admits up to 2 private, non-commercial motorcycles with up to 4 total passengers.
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.
A commercial tour is defined as persons traveling on an itinerary that has been packaged, priced or sold for leisure recreational purposes by an organization that realizes financial gain through the provisions of the service.
A commercial tour is defined as persons traveling on an itinerary that has been packaged, priced or sold for leisure recreational purposes by an organization that realizes financial gain through the provisions of the service.
A commercial tour is defined as persons traveling on an itinerary that has been packaged, priced or sold for leisure recreational purposes by an organization that realizes financial gain through the provisions of the service.
Operating Hours
Olympic National Park is open 24 hours a day year-round, although some roads, campgrounds and facilities are open seasonally.
Activities
Getting There
You can reach Olympic National Park via the I-5 corridor or by any one of the quieter state roadways. Once you arrive on the Olympic Peninsula connect to Hwy 101 to reach any destinations in and around Olympic National Park. From Olympia: take I-5 to Hwy 101 From Tacoma: take State Route 16 to Bremerton; take State Route 3 north from Bremerton to State Route 104. From Washington/Oregon Coast connect to Hwy 101 in Aberdeen.
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Entrance Passes
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.
Topics & Themes
Things To Do
Walk the Moments in Time Trail
Take a peaceful stroll at Barnes Point on Lake Crescent on the Moments in Time Trail.
Watch for Salmon at Salmon Cascades
In the late summer and early fall, salmon can be seen leaping from Salmon Cascades on the Sol Duc River!…
Observe Animals at Olympic National Park
In the park, we humans are privileged to be visitors to wild animals' home. We can treat their home with…
Take a Short Hike Near the Visitor Center
Near the Olympic National Park Visitor Center, two short loop hikes take visitors through peaceful, green lowland forests.
See Madison Falls
Madison Falls is a stunning 60-foot waterfall near the Elwha River. It's also one of the most accessible destinations at…
Go to the Beach
A trip to the Olympic Coast is sure to be memorable! Olympic National Park contains several beach areas along the…
Visitor Centers
Hoh Rain Forest Visitor Center
Located in the Hoh Rain Forest. The visitor center is open daily during the summer and intermittently during the winter. Educational exhibits and informational brochures…
Hours: Visitor information, exhibits, passport stamping station, book store. Two self-guided nature trails and the Hoh River Trail start near the visitor center. Guided walks and talks are offered during the summer. Wilderness Camping Permits should be picked up at a Wilderness Information Center. No food service is available in the Hoh Rain Forest and the closest gas station is 31 miles away.
Kalaloch Ranger Station
Kalaloch Ranger Station is open intermittently during the summer and closed the rest of the year. Educational exhibits, informational brochures, a small sales area, and…
Hours: Visitor information about the coast, Forks, and other areas on the west side of the Olympic Peninsula; passport stamping station, book store. Guided walks and talks are offered during the summer. Passport stamp available at the Kalaloch Lodge when closed. Open intermittently in summer from Memorial Day weekend-September 30th.
Olympic National Park Visitor Center
This is the main Visitor Center and Wilderness Information Center for Olympic National Park. Park staff are available daily at the visitor center, and by…
Hours: This the main park visitor center located in Port Angeles. Hours vary by season. Closed Thanksgiving and Christmas Day.
Quinault Rain Forest Ranger Station
CLOSED Quinault Rain Forest Ranger Station is open intermittently during the summer and closed during the rest of the year. Educational exhibits and informational brochures…
Hours: Exhibits, information, and passport stamp station. Wilderness Information Center.
Campgrounds
Deer Park Campground
At 5,400 feet in elevation, Deer Park boasts mountain views and starry skies. With a steep and winding gravel access road, Deer Park is not…
Fairholme Campground
Neighboring Lake Crescent, Fairholme includes lakeside campsites and a nearby boat launch.
Graves Creek Campground
Located in the Quinault Rain Forest, relax near a serene stream at Graves Creek Campground.
Heart O' the Hills Campground
Surrounded by old growth forest, Heart O' the Hills offers summer ranger programs and great family fun
Hoh Campground
Surround yourself with moss and ancient trees in this temperate rain forest. Hoh campground offers summer ranger programs and some riverside campsites along the Hoh…
Kalaloch Campround
Oceanside camp at Kalaloch with some sites overlooking the Pacific Ocean. Online reservations accepted for peak season. Check recreation.gov for current season dates. All sites…
Mora Campground
Situated in a coastal forest, some sites offer views views of the Quillayute River. Mora is located two miles from Rialto Beach.
North Fork Campground
Surrounded by temperate rain forest, this small and remote campground is a great spot for campers seeking solitude.
Ozette Campground
Adjacent to Lake Ozette, this small campground is great for those that enjoy lakeside camping and water activities
Queets Campground
Relax in this secluded campground near the Queets River. This campground is only accessible from the Upper Queets River Road due to a past mudslide
South Beach Campground
Positioned on a bluff overlooking the Pacific Ocean, South Beach offers panoramic ocean views and beach access.
Staircase Campground
Camp near the Skokomish River and enjoy old-growth forest at Staircase. Summer ranger programs and riverside campsites available.
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