Shirley, British Columbia
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Port Angeles, Washington
Sol Duc Falls and Deer Lake
4.67.17 mi / 1729 ft gainThe hike to Sol Duc Falls is a simple 0.8 mile walk to a roaring falls on the Sol Duc River. If you’re up for more of a hike, continue on the trail to Deer Lake from Sol Duc Falls. At the fork in the trail, turn left and hike up away from the Lover's Lane Trail. The trail steepens and the rocky ...Read more -
Port Angeles, Washington
High Divide and 7 Lakes Basin
5.019.93 mi / 5056 ft gainA day spent plying the trails of the High Divide in Olympic National Park changes an outdoorsman. This moderate to strenuous loop boasts the best views on the peninsula, a chance to see foraging black bears and abundant deer, stunning waterfalls and marvelous old growth forests. By the time you f...Read more -
Port Angeles, Washington
Backpack to Lake Angeles
5.07.12 mi / 2503 ft gainLake Angeles is, rightfully, a popular day hike and overnight backpacking option, as its one of the larger, more accessible lakes in Olympic National Park. It can be done either as a moderate day hike with a refreshing swim and picnic lunch or a relaxing overnight with gorgeous views and reliable...Read more -
Port Angeles, Washington
Humes Ranch and Goblin Gates
6.4 mi / 994 ft gainThe Elwha River Trail cuts south into the heart of Olympic National Park along a densely forested valley, following the same route taken by some of the earliest explorers of the Olympic Peninsula at the end of the 19th century. Past Port Angeles, at a hard curve in US-101, take Olympic Hot Sprin...Read more -
Port Angeles, Washington
Hike the Heart O' the Forest Trail
5.04.52 mi / 840 ft gainThis hike is a short, 4.0 mile round trip, half-day or less hike, located just past the Hurricane Ridge entrance into Olympic National Park. Being relatively level and the trail head just off loop E of the Heart O' the Hills Campground, the Heart O' the Forest hike offers those looking for a tast...Read more -
Salt Spring Island, British Columbia
Hike Up Reginald Hill
1.2 mi / 771 ft gainFrom the Fulford ferry terminal, turn left onto Morningside Drive and follow the road to the end, where you’ll find a small area to park your car. From here, head up towards the subdivision and keep an eye out for the trail marker on your left, located 100m past the gate into Reginald Hills Estat...Read more -
Port Angeles, Washington
Hurricane Hill
4.83.13 mi / 689 ft gainTo get to this hike you drive up to Hurricane Ridge in Olympic National Park. The drive up to Hurricane Ridge is on a winding road with amazing views of the mountains. Once you reach the visitors center at Hurricane Ridge you can fill up water bottles or use the restroom. The trailhead for Hurric...Read more -
Salt Spring Island, British Columbia
Hike Mount Maxwell
From Ganges head south on Fulford-ganes road toward Fulfrod harbour. Turn right on Dukes road then a right on Seymour Heights. Seymour Heights turns into a dirt road, with a number of pot holes but nothing a non 4x4 car can't handle. At the trail head there is a small turn around and not a ton of...Read more -
Port Angeles, Washington
Klahhane Ridge (Switchback Route)
4.05 mi / 1700 ft gainHiking to Klahhane Ridge is a rewarding experience that provides you with sweeping views of the Olympic Mountains. Further access to overnight opportunities is possible if you venture beyond the summit trail. Here’s the scoop: Get an early start. There is a decent amount of parking available at ...Read more -
Port Angeles, Washington
Klahhane Ridge Trail
13.2 mi / 4016 ft gainThe winding roads and drop-off cliffs provide an outstanding journey to the trailheads on a clear day. If you have to bear through the fog, your reward at the top is worth every second of what you missed. The first image above is your view from the Hurricane Ridge Visitor Center, so even if you a...Read more -
Neah Bay, Washington
Hobuck Beach
4.0Cape Flattery, the most northwesterly point of the lower contiguous 48 states is accessed via an easy trail which includes many board walks and sets of stairs. Maintained by the Makah Tribe of Indains, the trail provides spectacular views of the Pacific Ocean, Tatoosh Island, nearby rocky cliffs...Read more -
Neah Bay, Washington
Hike to Shi Shi Beach - Point of the Arches
5.08 mi / 200 ft gainShi Shi offers an incredible reward for those who feel like venturing out a bit further and reaching a less accessible beach on the Olympic Coast, just be sure to time your hike with the low tide! The trail starts off near the fish hatchery on the Makah Indian Reservation. To get there from Port ...Read more -
Honeymoon Bay, British Columbia
Hike Castle Grove of the Upper Walbran River Valley
3.2 miThe opportunity to travel deep into a region where ancient forests still stand, telling their story of centuries past, can't be overlooked. One of the last remaining areas of such beauty and rarity still exists deep in the heart of the southern interior on Vancouver Island. This spot is known as ...Read more -
Forks, Washington
Backpack the Hoh River Trail
5.035.69 mi / 5948 ft gainGrab a permit on your way in at the Wilderness Information Center (WIC) in Port Angeles or at the Quinault USFS/NFS Recreation Information center before parking at the Hoh Rain Forest Visitor Center and use the wash station and rest room before you head out on the trail. The first five miles of...Read more -
Forks, Washington
Hike the Hoh River Trail to Five Mile Island
10.6 mi / 300 ft gainOlympic National Park was established to preserve “the finest example of primeval forest” and so the Hoh Valley remains much like it has for thousands of years. This is the best trail to experience the magic of Hoh Valley, the grandeur of its old growth trees, lush understory and iridescent glaci...Read more -
Forks, Washington
Climb Mount Olympus, Olympic NP
45 mi / 8000 ft gainGetting to the summit is no easy task. The approach is long, you must cross a glacier, and once you are to the summit block the easiest way up is on loose 4th class rock, however a short pitch of 5.4 rock is recommended instead. Getting there On your way to the trail-head you will need to stop a...Read more