A scenic boardwalk loop to the Olympic Coast

Overview

Lake Ozette within Olympic National Park provides an array of adventures for Olympic Peninsula travelers and hikers. Starting from the Ozette Ranger Station near Lake Ozette, you can day-hike on forested boardwalk trails to Cape Alava (3.1 miles) or Sand Point (3.0 miles). With appropriate timing and planning for low-tide, avid day-hikers and multi-night backpackers can complete the entire Ozette Triangle loop by hiking the 3 miles of wilderness coast between Cape Alava and Sand Point, doable hiking in either direction. Ozette is also a popular beginning/ending trailhead for multi-day treks South to Rialto (20 miles) or North to Shi Shi (15 miles).

Quick Facts

  • Trail(s): Two 3 mile trails connected by 3 mile coastal section (low-tide only)

  • Mileage: 9.4 mile loop

  • Highest Point: 350 feet

  • Difficulty: Moderate due to length, terrains, tides

  • Region: Pacific Coast

Location: 2 hours from Port Angeles

For hiking through tide critical areas

Washington Trails Association

Backcountry permits required for overnight camping


Destination Gallery

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Capa Alava & Sand Point Junction

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Scenic Boardwalk Trails

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Lake Ozette Forest

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Sand Point Viewpoint

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Scenic beauty along the Olympic Coast

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Cape Alava

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