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Hike Falls View Canyon
27662-27664 Olympic Highway, Washington
1.5 mi
/ 300 ft gain
This hike is located immediately off of Highway 101 in the Falls View Campground. If the campground is closed you can park right outside of the gate (but don't block it) and hike in. Inside the gate you will see 3 paths in front of you, take a left and after about a quarter mile you will reach the trail head. There are actually two trail options here. I recommend hiking the option on the right ...
Hike to Mt. Walker North & South Viewpoints
Brinnon, Washington
3.0
4 mi
/ 2000 ft gain
Directions: From the Quilcene Ranger Station drive 4.6 miles south on US 101. Watch for the signs for Mount Walker View Point. Turn left onto Mount Walker Road. The trail head is about a quarter mile up the road with pull over parking on the left side of the road. In the winter and early spring, the road is closed and gated very close to US 101. Park near the gate and walk the road to the trail...
Hike Lower Big Quilcene River
Brinnon, Washington
13 mi
/ 1800 ft gain
While this hike does not provide any sort of fantastic views, its does provide an easy ~13 mile roundtrip hike from the trailhead to a parking lot for the Upper Big Quilcene Trail which leads to Marmot Pass. Along the way you will cross several bridges, some large and wide, other simple log bridges with one sided rails. There are several camping spots along the way, both right next to the river...
Deadfall Trail
Quilcene, Washington
4.66 mi
/ 1998 ft gain
Deadfall Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a waterfall located near Sequim, Washington.
Marmot Pass via Big Quilcene Trail
Quilcene, Washington
5.0
10.5 mi
/ 3481 ft gain
This trail has a nice, steady climb that's perfect for beginner or intermediate backpackers. The first 2.5 miles follow a forest trail along the Big Quilcene River. For the next 3 miles, the trail flows in and out of shaded trees, over a small talus field, and through a meadow before the final accent to the pass.
From here, follow the ridge to the right or left and find your camp. If you want ...
Buckhorn Mountain
Quilcene, Washington
12.26 mi
/ 4429 ft gain
The climb to Buckhorn Mountain above Marmot Pass is a must see for every PNW adventurer with the endurance to tackle nearly 14 miles and 4,400 feet of gain. Listen to the rushing waters of the Big Quilcene River as the trail gently traverses up 5.5 miles to Marmot Pass. Be sure to filter water at Camp Mystery, just below the final climb to Marmot Pass. This is the last water source until you...
Backpack to Marmot and Constance Passes
Quilcene, Washington
24 mi
/ 5200 ft gain
The secret to this trip: Marmot Pass and Boulder Shelter, where you can camp on National Forest Service land. Multiple excellent, large backpacking sites sit just on the edge of the National Park, giving you great access to Mt. Constance and Mt. Deception, two of the tallest peaks in the Olympics. And Marmot Pass itself is not something to be overlooked--it is an absolutely stunning route on th...
Home Lake via Upper Big Quilcene, Upper Dungeness, Constance Pass
Jefferson County, Washington
20.88 mi
/ 5689 ft gain
Home Lake via Upper Big Quilcene, Upper Dungeness, Constance Pass Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a lake located near Brinnon, Washington.
Charilia Lakes via Upper Big Quilcene Trail, Upper Dungeness Trail, and Carlia Lakes Way Trail
Jefferson County, Washington
18.11 mi
/ 6329 ft gain
Charilia Lakes via Upper Big Quilcene Trail, Upper Dungeness Trail, and Carlia Lakes Way Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a lake located near Quilcene, Washington.
Places to stay
Brinnon, Washington
Interrorem Cabin
Overview
Interrorem Cabin is located beneath magnificent stands of Big Leaf Maple trees, offering guests an ideal location for relaxation...
From $50 / night
Sequim, Washington
Louella Cabin
Overview
Located in the northeast portion of Olympic National Forest, Louella Cabin offers guests a unique lodging experience. It was bui...
From $60 / night
Lilliwaup, Washington
Hamma Hamma Cabin
Overview
The Hamma Hamma Cabin is a historic cabin that offers guests a tranquil setting to relax and recreate. Formerly a guard station,...
Montesano, Washington
Coho Campground
Overview
Coho Campground is situated on the west shore of Wynoochee Lake, part of the emerald paradise that is Olympic National Forest. E...
Port Angeles, Washington
Lake Crescent Lodge
Unwind and explore nature as you step back in time.Comfortable and spacious guest rooms are nestled among the giant fir and hemlock trees...
From $181 / night
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