Are you ready to explore the Best of Olympic?
The Olympic Peninsula. Where glacier-capped mountains, towering old-growth forests, temperate rain forests, raging waterfalls, and 73 miles of wilderness coast are accessible within a two-hour drive of each other. Olympic National Park is just shy of 1 million acres, thus planning a trip can be daunting. Our Where to Go page summarizes the Olympic Peninsula by the most popular regions to explore.
Top Destinations
Drive-up access to the subalpine and sweeping vistas
A mountain-outlined lake surrounded by old-growth forests
A stunning waterfall day-hike and backcountry loop
A moss-laden, old-growth rain forest with scenic nature loops
A 73-mile wilderness coast with day hikes and backcountry camping
The most northwest corner of the Lower 48
Know Before You Go
Check Olympic National Park’s Alerts and Conditions webpage before exploring the park.
Road Hotline: (360) 565-3131
General Information: (360) 565-3100
Wilderness Information Center: (360) 565-3100
Experience a Guided Tour
Join an Olympic National Park Guided Hiking Tour led by an experienced Olympic Hiking Co. Naturalist Hiking Guide.