Olympic National Park
Three Ecosystems in One Park
Olympic National Park is one of North America's most ecologically diverse places - temperate rainforest draped in moss, wild Pacific coastline with sea stacks and tide pools, and alpine meadows above the treeline all coexist within a single park boundary. The Hoh Rain Forest alone is worth the drive from Seattle.
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Why Olympic National Park?
Hoh Rain Forest
One of the few temperate rainforests in North America, where ancient Sitka spruce and maple drip with luminous green moss.
Wild Pacific Coast
Rialto Beach and Ruby Beach offer some of the most dramatic and unspoiled coastline in the continental US.
Wildlife Abundance
Roosevelt elk, black bears, mountain goats, bald eagles, and tide-pool starfish are all residents of this park.
Hurricane Ridge
Drive to 5,242 feet for panoramic views of the Olympic Mountains and wildflower meadows in summer.
Top Experiences
- Hoh Rain Forest Hall of Mosses trail
- Ruby Beach sunrise
- Hurricane Ridge hiking
- Lake Quinault lodge stay
- Tide pooling at Rialto Beach
- Sol Duc hot springs soak
Expert Travel Tips
The park has no road connecting all sections - plan your route carefully
Port Angeles is the best base for Hurricane Ridge access
An America the Beautiful pass covers the park entry fee
Cell service is minimal - download offline maps before you go