Entrance Fee
$30.00
/ Entrance - Private Vehicle
Park Hours (Today)
All Day
Kalaloch Ranger Station: Closed
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About the Park
With its incredible range of precipitation and elevation, diversity is the hallmark of Olympic National Park. Encompassing nearly a million acres, the park protects a vast wilderness, thousands of years of human history, and several distinctly different ecosystems, including glacier-capped mountains, old-growth temperate rain forests, and over 70 miles of wild coastline. Come explore!
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What to See & Do
Walk the Moments in Time Trail
Take a peaceful stroll at Barnes Point on Lake Crescent on the Moments in Time Trail.
Hurricane Ridge Shuttle
Skip the stress and help the environment by taking a Clallam Transit bus to Hurricane Ridge! This summer season bus transports park visitors directly from downtown Port Angeles, Washington, to one of Olympic National Park's most scenic destinations.
Watch for Salmon at Salmon Cascades
In the late summer and early fall, salmon can be seen leaping from Salmon Cascades on the Sol Duc River! Get a glimpse on a viewing platform located above the cascades.
Observe Animals at Olympic National Park
In the park, we humans are privileged to be visitors to wild animals' home. We can treat their home with respect and care.
Take a Short Hike Near the Visitor Center
Near the Olympic National Park Visitor Center, two short loop hikes take visitors through peaceful, green lowland forests.
See Madison Falls
Madison Falls is a stunning 60-foot waterfall near the Elwha River. It's also one of the most accessible destinations at the park, making it a great stop for families and visitors of all abilities.
Self-Guided Tours
Trails with Accessibility Descriptions
These trails are some of the most popular in the park! Some meet the ADA criteria for fully accessible, and some do not. Knowing that people have all different kinds of needs and abilities, the following trails have been evaluated in detail, by and for people with disabilities. You know best what is accessible to you, so read on to find details about what the surface of the trail is like, its width, slope, what parking options are nearby, and detailed descriptions of each part of the trail and any f
Gems of History and Culture in Western Washington
Did you know that western Washington is just as rich in history and culture as it is in natural beauty? These smaller sites are within a day's travel from Olympic, and each one has its own unique stories.
Visitor Centers
Kalaloch Ranger Station
CLOSED for the year. See you in 2027! Kalaloch Ranger Station is open daily during the summer and closed the rest of the year. Educational exhibits, informational brochures, a small sales area, and restrooms are available.
Olympic National Park Visitor Center
This is the main Visitor Center and Wilderness Information Center for Olympic National Park. Park staff are available daily at the visitor center, and by phone (360-565-3130) or email. Restrooms are available during the day.
Quinault Rain Forest Ranger Station
CLOSED for the year. See you in 2027! Quinault Rain Forest Ranger Station is open Thursdays-Mondays during the summer and closed during the rest of the year. Educational exhibits and informational brochures available.
Hoh Rain Forest Visitor Center
Located in the Hoh Rain Forest. The visitor center is open daily during the summer and intermittently during the winter. Educational exhibits and informational brochures available.
Hurricane Ridge Visitor Contact Station
While the historic Hurricane Ridge Day Lodge was destroyed in a fire, the small but mighty Visitor Contact Station is here to help! While rangers are present to answer questions during open hours in summer, please be aware there is no indoor space for visitors or running water available.
Where to Stay
Kalaloch Campround
Oceanside camp at Kalaloch with some sites overlooking the Pacific Ocean. Online reservations accepted for peak season. Check recreation.gov for current season dates. All sites are first-come, first-served in off season.
Queets Campground
Relax in this secluded campground near the Queets River. This campground is only accessible from the Upper Queets River Road due to a past mudslide
Ozette Campground
Adjacent to Lake Ozette, this small campground is great for those that enjoy lakeside camping and water activities
Mora Campground
Situated in a coastal forest, some sites offer views views of the Quillayute River. Mora is located two miles from Rialto Beach.
North Fork Campground
Surrounded by temperate rain forest, this small and remote campground is a great spot for campers seeking solitude.
South Beach Campground
Positioned on a bluff overlooking the Pacific Ocean, South Beach offers panoramic ocean views and beach access.
Staircase Campground
Camp near the Skokomish River and enjoy old-growth forest at Staircase. Summer ranger programs and riverside campsites available.
Graves Creek Campground
Located in the Quinault Rain Forest, relax near a serene stream at Graves Creek Campground.
Hoh Campground
Surround yourself with moss and ancient trees in this temperate rain forest. Hoh campground offers summer ranger programs and some riverside campsites along the Hoh River. Reservations in summer, first come first served the rest of the year.
Heart O' the Hills Campground
Surrounded by old growth forest, Heart O' the Hills offers summer ranger programs and great family fun
Fairholme Campground
Neighboring Lake Crescent, Fairholme includes lakeside campsites and a nearby boat launch.
Deer Park Campground
At 5,400 feet in elevation, Deer Park boasts mountain views and starry skies. With a steep and winding gravel access road, Deer Park is not RV accessible.
Parking & Access
Getting Here
You can reach Olympic National Park via the I-5 corridor or by any one of the quieter state roadways. Once you arrive on the Olympic Peninsula connect to Hwy 101 to reach any destinations in and around Olympic National Park. From Olympia: take I-5 to Hwy 101 From Tacoma: take State Route 16 to Bremerton; take State Route 3 north from Bremerton to State Route 104. From Washington/Oregon Coast connect to Hwy 101 in Aberdeen.
Official NPS directionsParking Lots
Olympic National Park Visitor Center
This is the parking lot for the main park visitor center, located in Port Angeles, WA. Visitors stop here for general park information/orientation, exhibits, park film, children's Discovery Room, sales area, back-country planning and permits at the Wilderness Information Center, nature trails, and restrooms. Special parking lane for RVs.
Open in MapsGetting Here & Transit
How to Get Here
You can reach Olympic National Park via the I-5 corridor or by any one of the quieter state roadways. Once you arrive on the Olympic Peninsula connect to Hwy 101 to reach any destinations in and around Olympic National Park. From Olympia: take I-5 to Hwy 101 From Tacoma: take State Route 16 to Bremerton; take State Route 3 north from Bremerton to State Route 104. From Washington/Oregon Coast connect to Hwy 101 in Aberdeen.
Hurricane Ridge Shuttle
Skip the stress and help the environment by taking a Clallam Transit bus to Hurricane Ridge! This summer season bus transports park visitors directly from downtown Port Angeles, Washington, to one of
Park Amenities
Permits & Reservations
Permits may be required
Some activities in Olympic National Park — including backcountry camping, certain trails, and climbing routes — require advance permits. Check the official NPS website for current requirements before your visit.
Entrance Fees & Passes
Standard Fees
Entrance - Private Vehicle
$30.00Valid for seven consecutive days. Applies to private, non-commercial vehicles (15 passenger capacity or less). The pass covers all vehicle occupants.
Entrance - Motorcycle
$25.00Valid for 7 days. Admits up to 2 private, non-commercial motorcycles with up to 4 total passengers.
Entrance - Per Person
$15.00Valid for seven consecutive days. This fee admits one person without a vehicle, including hikers, bicyclists, and pedestrians. Individuals fifteen years or younger are admitted free of charge.
Commercial Entrance - Van
$75.00A commercial tour is defined as persons traveling on an itinerary that has been packaged, priced or sold for leisure recreational purposes by an organization that realizes financial gain through the provisions of the service.
Commercial Entrance - Mini-bus
$100.00A commercial tour is defined as persons traveling on an itinerary that has been packaged, priced or sold for leisure recreational purposes by an organization that realizes financial gain through the provisions of the service.
Commercial Entrance - Motor Coach
$200.00A commercial tour is defined as persons traveling on an itinerary that has been packaged, priced or sold for leisure recreational purposes by an organization that realizes financial gain through the provisions of the service.
Annual & Lifetime Passes
Annual Entrance - Park
$55.00The Olympic National Park Annual Pass costs $55 and is good for entry into the park for one year from the month of purchase. Passes can be purchased at Olympic National Park visitor centers and entrance stations.
Operating Hours
Olympic National Park
Olympic National Park is open 24 hours a day year-round, although some roads, campgrounds and facilities are open seasonally.
- MondayAll Day
- TuesdayAll Day
- WednesdayAll Day
- ThursdayAll Day
- FridayAll Day
- SaturdayAll Day
- SundayAll Day
Live Webcams
Click any camera to open the live feed on the NPS website.
Hurricane Ridge
Looking South from Hurricane Ridge toward the Lillian and Elwha River valleys. This view is brought to you by Washington's National Park Fund. Webcam Disclaimer: Even with a heated, weather-proof case, this webcam experiences rain, snow, wind, freezing temperatures, and direct sunlight. Especially in winter, the view from this webcam can become temporarily obstructed.
Hurricane Ridge Parking Lot
This webcam shows the parking lot at Hurricane Ridge. This view, from the north side of Hurricane Ridge Visitor Contact Station, is rarely obstructed and is often monitored by locals to check the weather or snow pack to determine if conditions are good for a trip up the mountain. This view is brought to you by Washington's National Park Fund.
Photos
Orange sea stars on a rocky coast.
Hikers sit and watch the sun set behind snow-capped mountains.
Fresh snow atop the Olympic Mountains.
Large trees and ferns
When to Go
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Best Time
May-September
Trip Length
2-4 days
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